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Rotational Physiotherapist

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Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have diverse experience in acute, rehab, and outpatient settings, be an autonomous practitioner, have critical care respiratory expertise, and engage in weekend and on-call rotas.
  • You will provide expert clinical care, manage a caseload, supervise junior staff, and participate in weekend and on-call rotas while applying evidence-based physiotherapy practices.

Requirements

  • - Prior experience working in a variety of acute, rehabilitation and outpatient settings
  • - Experience working as an autonomous practitioner
  • - Previous experience in respiratory physiotherapy, including working in a critical care setting is essential
  • - Evidence based principles and current best practice to assess, plan, implement and evaluate physiotherapy interventions
  • - Expected to actively participate in the 5 in 7 weekend rota and respiratory on-call rota

Responsibilities

  • - They will be a role model for expert clinical care, and lead on specific projects / service developments and management functions as delegated by the Band 7 therapist or Clinical Lead Therapist.
  • - They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.
  • - The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner in providing physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management to their own designated caseload of patients and to maintain up to date physiotherapy records.
  • - They will evidence based principles and current best practise to assess, plan, implement and evaluate physiotherapy interventions.
  • - The post holder will provide supervision, teaching and support to more junior staff, therapy assistants and students on placement.
  • - The post holder is expected to actively participate in the 5 in 7 weekend rota and respiratory on-call rota.

FAQs

What is the location of the Rotational Physiotherapist position?

The position is located at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

What are the clinical areas involved in the rotations?

The clinical areas include Respiratory, Paediatrics, Burns, HIV/Oncology, Orthopaedics, Medical Rehabilitation, ED and Acute Medicine, and Neurology.

How long are the rotations for this position?

The rotations are six months in length.

Is prior experience required for applicants?

Yes, prior experience in a variety of acute, rehabilitation, and outpatient settings is required, along with experience working as an autonomous practitioner.

Is experience in respiratory physiotherapy necessary?

Yes, previous experience in respiratory physiotherapy, including working in a critical care setting, is essential for this role.

What responsibilities will the post holder have?

The post holder will provide physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and management for their own designated caseload of patients, maintain up-to-date physiotherapy records, and lead on specific projects and service developments as delegated.

Will the post holder be responsible for supervising others?

Yes, the post holder is expected to provide supervision, teaching, and support to more junior staff, therapy assistants, and students on placement.

Is participation in the weekend rota required?

Yes, the post holder is expected to actively participate in the 5 in 7 weekend rota and respiratory on-call rota.

Who can I contact for further details or to arrange an informal visit?

You can contact Emily Berrisford, Clinical Lead Therapist in Orthopaedics, at emily.berrisford@nhs.net or by telephone at 07785 322856.

What is the Trust's overall Care Quality Commission rating?

The Trust has been rated as 'Good' in all five main domains by the Care Quality Commission, giving an overall rating of 'Good'.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1993
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of healthcare services, including emergency care, elective surgeries, and specialized treatments, across its hospitals and clinics. Their mission is to deliver excellent, patient-centered care that improves health outcomes and overall well-being. They focus on providing high-quality, compassionate, and accessible services to meet the diverse needs of the community they serve.