Band 6 Rotational Respiratory Physiotherapist

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

Job
Full-time
Junior Level
Healthcare
Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

You must have experience in respiratory physiotherapy, ability to work autonomously in diverse settings, provide leadership, educate others, and manage complex patient care.
You will provide respiratory physiotherapy across various settings, lead your area, support the MDT, educate others, manage complex cases, and contribute to service development and research initiatives.

Requirements

This Band 6 rotational respiratory Physiotherapy post is for 21 hours a week, for 12 months maternity cover.
The post holder will work within the inpatient Physiotherapy Team At Torbay Hospital.
The post holder will be part of the 7 day service, working at the weekend once a month.
The post holder will be part of the on-call service and support band 5’s that are on-call.
The post will work over a variety of areas ICU, Medical respiratory, Surgical Respiratory and Paediatrics.
The post holder will provide senior leadership to their specialist area and deputise for the Band 7 when required.
The post holder will provide respiratory care in clinics, for outpatients and home-visits.
To act as a source of expertise on the assessment and management of patients presenting with a wide range of respiratory pathologies.
They will provide education to physiotherapists, student physiotherapists, skilled non registered staff, other healthcare professionals, GPs, Consultants, patients and their carers.
To work with the MDT in identifying appropriate physiotherapy treatments and managements.
Work closely with both the OT’s and discharge coordinators in facilitating appropriate patient discharge plans.
To utilise all current discharge services and planning procedures.
To educate and train physiotherapists, students and other healthcare professionals in the physiotherapeutic management of chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
Undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner, including professional and legal accountability and managing clinical risk for all aspects of own work.
Some aspects of work will involve delivery of the care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
In most cases to be the sole health professional with responsibility for that patient’s episode of care.
Undertake advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse or complex physical, psychological, cognitive and behavioural conditions in order to provide an accurate diagnosis and prognosis.
To formulate and deliver individualised physiotherapy treatment programmes, including manual therapy techniques, therapeutic handling, patient education, provision of exercise (individual/group), respiratory adjuncts and other alternative options.
Supervision takes the form of regular formal training, clinical reasoning sessions and peer review.
Access to advice and support from senior physiotherapists is available if required.
Undertake as directed collection of data for use in service audit and research projects.
To manage and undertake research in specific areas of clinical practice and service delivery using a range of research methodologies as part of MDT audit and departmental research initiatives.
To make recommendations to clinical lead/manager of service, for changes to team practice.
To implement specific changes to practice as required.

Responsibilities

The post holder will work within the inpatient Physiotherapy Team At Torbay Hospital.
The post holder will be part of the 7 day service, working at the weekend once a month.
The post holder will be part of the on-call service and support band 5’s that are on-call.
The post will work over a variety of areas ICU, Medical respiratory, Surgical Respiratory and Paediatrics.
The post holder will provide senior leadership to their specialist area and deputise for the Band 7 when required.
The post holder will provide respiratory care in clinics, for outpatients and home-visits.
To act as a source of expertise on the assessment and management of patients presenting with a wide range of respiratory pathologies.
They will provide education to physiotherapists, student physiotherapists, skilled non registered staff, other healthcare professionals, GPs, Consultants, patients and their carers.
To work with the MDT in identifying appropriate physiotherapy treatments and managements.
Work closely with both the OT’s and discharge coordinators in facilitating appropriate patient discharge plans.
To utilise all current discharge services and planning procedures.
To educate and train physiotherapists, students and other healthcare professionals in the physiotherapeutic management of chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
Undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner, including professional and legal accountability and managing clinical risk for all aspects of own work.
Some aspects of work will involve delivery of the care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
In most cases to be the sole health professional with responsibility for that patient’s episode of care.
Undertake advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse or complex physical, psychological, cognitive and behavioural conditions in order to provide an accurate diagnosis and prognosis.
To formulate and deliver individualised physiotherapy treatment programmes, including manual therapy techniques, therapeutic handling, patient education, provision of exercise (individual/group), respiratory adjuncts and other alternative options.
Supervision takes the form of regular formal training, clinical reasoning sessions and peer review.
Access to advice and support from senior physiotherapists is available if required.
Undertake as directed collection of data for use in service audit and research projects.
To manage and undertake research in specific areas of clinical practice and service delivery using a range of research methodologies as part of MDT audit and departmental research initiatives.
To make recommendations to clinical lead/manager of service, for changes to team practice.
To implement specific changes to practice as required.
We are a dynamic and friendly team consisting of a wide skill mix, working closely with the other members of the MDT on the wards.
We work flexibly throughout the hospital as part of the ward teams.
We work closely with each other and support all members of the team on a daily basis.
We pride ourselves on maintaining our skills and competencies and strive to provide the best education to students, within our immediate team and the wider team.
Our team are always looking to develop our service further and value new ideas.

FAQs

What is the working schedule for this position?

The position is for 21 hours a week and includes weekend work once a month as part of a 7-day service.

Is this position for a permanent role?

No, this is a 12-month maternity cover position.

What are the primary areas of work for this role?

The role involves working in ICU, Medical Respiratory, Surgical Respiratory, and Paediatrics.

Will I be expected to lead other staff members?

Yes, the post holder will provide senior leadership to their specialist area and may deputize for the Band 7 when required.

What type of patients will I be working with?

You will work with patients presenting with a wide range of respiratory pathologies, both in inpatient settings and outpatient clinics, including home visits.

Will I be responsible for educating others?

Yes, you will provide education to physiotherapists, students, non-registered staff, other healthcare professionals, GPs, Consultants, patients, and their carers.

Is there support available for the post holder?

Yes, regular supervision, formal training, clinical reasoning sessions, and peer review are available, along with access to senior physiotherapists for advice and support.

Are there opportunities for research in this role?

Yes, you will be involved in collecting data for service audit and research projects, and managing specific areas of clinical practice and service delivery research.

How does the team work together?

The team works closely and flexibly with each other and other members of the MDT on the wards, supporting all team members on a daily basis.

Who can I contact for further information or informal visits?

You can contact Alice Hopkins, the Team Lead Physiotherapist, at a.hopkins@nhs.net or by phone at 01803 655341.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organisation in the UK that provides a wide range of medical and community services. This includes hospital care, community health services, adult social care, and mental health support across Torbay and South Devon. The Trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring patients and their families receive seamless, integrated support. Their purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the local community by offering personalised, patient-centred care.