Senior Physiotherapist (Band 7)
Location Ditchingham, Suffolk
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time 37.5 per week
Please note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this role
‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’
At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs.
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and Senior Physiotherapist to join our multi-Disciplinary team to deliver a person-centered therapy service to adults with physical deficits following an acquired brain injury or from a cerebrovascular accident. We are seeking a dynamic therapist to join our team of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Psychology and Nurses at All Hallows, Suffolk. All Hallows is part of the Caretech Group, a leading provider of specialist brain injury inpatient rehabilitation services. This role to open to Band 7 candidates.
About the service - All Hallows
All Hallows Specialist Neurological Rehabilitation Centre they support men and women with complex healthcare needs having experienced a brain injury, stroke or other neurological event. The services provided at All Hallows comprise: Active / Complex Rehabilitation, High Dependency & Specialist Nursing Care, Progressive Neurological Conditions and Community Rehabilitation.
Requirements
* Diploma/BSc in Physiotherapy
* Current and valid HCPC registration
* Experience of working with people with neurological conditions
* Evidence of continued professional development
* Competent IT skills
* Leadership skills with experience supervising junior staff
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Experience in rotational post, or someone who is seeking to specialise in neuro rehabilitation and would like to develop their clinical skills further in this specialist field
* The successful applicant should have a desire to develop their knowledge and skills in the field of brain injury rehabilitation.
* Enhanced DBS required (Paid for by CareTech)
Desirable experience
* Previous experience of specific brain injury rehabilitation
* Membership of professional body (e.g. CSP)
The Role
You will:
* To manage a caseload of clients with brain injury and in conjunction with other members of the multi professional Therapy Team, form comprehensive assessment of need and develop goal focused Physiotherapy rehabilitation intervention plans.
* To provide direct physiotherapy intervention, as well as advise on issues related to physiotherapy, such as manual handling, falls management, spasticity management, respiratory care etc.
* To promote choice in clinical aspects and aim to optimise independence and physical activity.
* To demonstrate clinical leadership and complete regular clinical supervisions with junior staff.
* To share knowledge and expertise with other members of staff through formal and informal training.
* To maintain a safe working environment, maintain service user confidentiality and to maintain up to date written and electronic in accordance with professional and company standards.
* To liaise with other health and social care professionals in the planning and delivery of therapy and to facilitate a smooth discharge process.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
* Free Onsite parking
* Refer a Friend Scheme* (T&C’s apply)
* Full support from a multidisciplinary team
* Regular supervisions
* Developmental opportunities
* Research opportunities & support
* Internal/external training on new initiatives
Our Values
* Friendly
* Positive
* Innovative
* Empowering
* Person-Centred
Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day.
About CareTech
CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.
CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days.
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