We are looking to recruit an experienced physiotherapist with interest or skills in palliative care.
Contract:Bank
Salary:£20.20 per hour, Hospice Band 6, Competency Based Framework
WorkingPattern:Ad hoc to cover service needs. The service operates between 08.00 and 17:00hrs Monday to Friday.
Based at:Hours could be offered at either Little Hulton or Heald Green sites.
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If you would like to contribute to making a difference for amuch-loved charity, we'd love to hear from you.
Please contact Fran Brown, Rehab Team Lead or Lucy Kesek, Lead Physiotherapist on 0161 498 3659 ifmore information is required.
Applicantsmust be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship atthis time.
The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/EnhancedDBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder withinthe organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding trainingappropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures.All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles andresponsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the WorkingTogether to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty2015.
We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlinedbelow.
ClosingDate: 11th July 2025
InterviewDate: 23rd July 2025
Main duties of the job
* The post holder will be responsible for contributing to the effectivedelivery of physiotherapy services to inpatients and outpatients at thehospice.
* The postholder will carry out clinical duties in accordance with hospicepolicies, procedures and standards.
* The post holder must act in accordance with professional Codes ofConduct at all times and will contribute and work collaboratively with thewider MDT in line with the clinical and hospice strategy, values and businessobjectives.
* The post holderwill deliver specialist clinical services as a Bank Physiotherapist
* St Anns delivers a service across two sites. The post holder will berequired to travel and provide cross-site cover as required.
About us
At St Ann's, there's one thing that motivates us, and that'sproviding excellent care and support to those living with or affected bylife-limiting illnesses.
We're continuously developing our plans for delivering outstandingperson-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure StAnn's is in the best shape possible for future generations.
You'll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieveour purpose and to play your part in making a difference.
* 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
* Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
* Health cash plan
* Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
* Life cover
* Free parking
* Discounted lunches on site
* Flexibility to fit your work around your home life
* Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
* IIP accredited employer creating the right environment foreveryone to thrive and reach their potential
Job responsibilities
The Bank Physiotherapist will:
* Assess and develop Physiotherapy treatment plans to meet the needsof a range of patients with palliative care/life limiting conditions in both aninpatient and outpatient setting.
* Lead, assess, plan and facilitate timely and effective dischargesfrom the in-patient unit in conjunction with the MDT.
* Build relationships with key stakeholders internally and externallyto promote and assist the delivery of effective personalised rehabilitationservices.
* Support student learning and education when on duty.
* Beaware of and contribute to delivering and maintaining the requirements of theCare Quality Commission.
* Facilitategroup programmes / sessions on topics relevant to the profession of Physiotherapy.
* Usethe incident reporting system appropriately.
* Supportthe collection of relevant data and patient feedback to assist with servicedevelopment and organisational needs.
* Maintaintheir own professional development in line with HCPC requirements.
Person Specification
Experience
* Have post registration clinical experience as a Physiotherapist including working with people with long-term conditions or palliative care needs.
* Have experience of delivering Physiotherapy in a range of settings ideally including lone working and community work.
* Have experience of assessing and managing needs in relation to safe moving and handling.
Qualifications
* Hold a diploma/degree in Physiotherapy and be registered with HCPC
The Bank Physiotherapist will be able to:
* Demonstrate experience of working in a palliative care setting/or with people with palliative care needs.
* Demonstrate Physiotherapy knowledge and skills relevant to or transferrable to the field of palliative care.
* Contribute to managing a complex Physiotherapy caseload, assessing and managing risk appropriately and facilitating timely and effective discharges from the in-patient unit.
* Support the development of others including students.
* Manage competing demands and prioritise work effectively to meet service needs.
* Communicate effectively (verbal and written) and be able to adapt communication style to the situation.
* Use their own initiative and work independently.
* Demonstrate an understanding of Care Quality Commission requirements.
* Work effectively with the wider hospice MDT.
* Be able to access and use hospice IT systems including the patient administration system EMIS.
* Travel between hospice sites and into the community to visit patients homes.
* Demonstrate the values of the organisation with a sensitive, flexible, resilient and compassionate manner
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£20.20 an hourBand 6 Competency Based Framework
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