Band 5 Rotational Physio

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Oct 17

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Science
Healthcare

Requirements

Physiotherapy Degree
NHS student experience in acute hospital
Evidence of working in a team
Completed a Respiratory placement
Understand clinical governance
Knowledge of risk assessments

Responsibilities

To provide a high standard physiotherapy service within Frimley Park Hospital Trust
To participate in CPD and other departmental activities
To be responsible for implementing within your clinical practice the standards and policies in each speciality and where applicable, propose change to working practices.
To maintain a high standard of clinical care using evidence based practices and evaluate the outcomes.
To be responsible as an autonomous practitioner to undertake a significant specialist clinical workload
To undertake the comprehensive assessment of patients using investigative and analytical skills and seek guidance from senior staff as required.
To devise an individualised physiotherapy management and/or treatment plan, using clinical reasoning skills to utilise a range of treatment options in formulating a programme of care.
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your professional activities working within codes of practice and professional guidelines. This includes patient documentation in professional notes.
To demonstrate a sound understanding of clinical governance, clinical risk and to demonstrate the use of treatment plans with an evidence based link.
To demonstrate physical ability to carry out physiotherapy assessment and interventions including highly developed manual physiotherapy techniques and therapeutic handling. There includes frequent moderate physical effort.
To keep up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research and discussing and implementing changes in clinical practice.
To be responsible for the safe use of equipment used in carrying out physiotherapy duties, adhering to the department’s medical devices policy. This includes competence and accuracy to use specialist equipment by yourself and other healthcare professionals, carers and patients.
To participate in the respiratory on-call and weekend rota as appropriate.

FAQs

What is the duration of the rotational physiotherapy posts?

The rotational posts last for four months at Frimley Park Hospital.

Is the Band 5 Rotational Physio position suitable for newly qualified graduates?

Yes, this position is specifically aimed at newly qualified physiotherapists looking for a rotational opportunity in a supportive environment.

What kind of training is available for new employees?

Frimley Trust offers a 12-month Multi-professional Preceptorship program that provides protected training, supervision, networking, and education.

Where will I gain experience during the rotational programme?

The rotation includes experiences in Surgical ITU/HDU, Medical wards, Stroke unit, Outpatients (Hydrotherapy/Main Department/Gym), Inpatient Orthopaedics, and Community team.

What qualifications are required to apply for this position?

Applicants must have a Physiotherapy Degree.

Is previous NHS experience necessary for applying?

Yes, NHS student experience in an acute hospital is essential for this role.

Are there opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD)?

Yes, there will be opportunities to participate in CPD and other departmental activities.

How does Frimley Health Trust support work-life balance?

The Trust recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offers flexible working patterns to meet the needs of both staff and service users.

What are the essential knowledge requirements for this role?

Candidates should have an understanding of clinical governance and risk assessments is desirable.

Will I be required to participate in on-call duties?

Yes, you will be expected to participate in the respiratory on-call and weekend rota as appropriate.

Can I find more information about the responsibilities of this role?

Yes, full details of the main responsibilities for this role can be found in the attached Job Description.

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Our vision is to be a leader in health and wellbeing, delivering exceptional services for our communities.

Science & Healthcare

Industry

10,001+

Employees

2014

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) has an outstanding reputation and a proud record of achievement. As well as a performing, well led and ambitious Foundation Trust, we have exciting times ahead of us. The Trust’s vision is to lead in delivering exceptional health and well being services to our communities. Turning our vision into reality, we are continuing to make significant invest in our infrastructure and facilities, striving for excellence and empowering our people to deliver excellence. Providing a supportive, dynamic MDT working environment, allowing our teams to deliver high quality patient care and achieving work life balance, whilst encouraging continuous professional development. We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in Health & Wellbeing, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Services are delivered from three main hospital sites: Frimley Park Hospital (Camberley) Heatherwood Hospital (Ascot) Wexham Park Hospital (Slough) Additionally, the Trust delivers outpatient and diagnostic services from Aldershot, Farnham, Fleet, Windsor, Maidenhead and Bracknell bringing a range of services closer to these communities. We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties. We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patients. Our new EPR – Epic – went live in June 2022 and we are already beginning to reap the benefits of this ambitious investment. Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients.