Vacancies and Opportunities
We have 2 fixed-term vacancies (1 year) available to cover secondment and maternity leave. Successful candidates will be considered for either a fixed-term contract or a secondment opportunity.
Dorset County Hospital offers opportunities to work on acute inpatient wards, assessment units, outpatient clinics, and rehabilitation facilities, including community rotations in partnership with Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust.
Rotational Posts
Our 4-month rotational posts include a wide variety of specialties, such as:
* Dorset County Hospital
* Older Persons Wards
* Acute Stroke and Neuro
* Stroke Rehab Unit (Yeatman Hospital)
* Orthopaedics (Elective & Trauma)
* Front of house (Emergency Department & Medical Assessment Unit)
* Acute Care (Respiratory, Surgery, Medicine, and Intensive Care)
* Musculoskeletal Outpatients
In addition, roles are available through Dorset Healthcare NHS Trust, including:
* Mid Dorset Integrated Community Rehabilitation Team
* Integrated Community Rehabilitation - Westhaven Community Hospital
* Dorset Stroke and Neuro Community Service
What We Offer as a Rotational Band 5
* A one-year postgraduate Preceptorship Programme
* Experience across various rotations in hospital and community settings
* Profession-specific training
* Continuing Professional Development and Training opportunities
* Learning from highly skilled therapists within collaborative teams
* Supportive, friendly therapy teams
* Peer support from existing Band 5 colleagues
* Mentorship and Clinical Supervision
* Values-based Appraisal
* An opportunity to shape services
Our Commitment
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on high-quality patient care and fostering a positive, inclusive culture. We aim to create a fair environment for all staff and celebrate diversity. We encourage applications from under-represented groups.
Our Job Description and Person Specification (attached) provide detailed information about the role. Please ensure you demonstrate how your experience and skills align with the person specification in your application.
If you cannot view or download the attachment, please contact us.
Our Values and Application Details
We seek candidates who embody our Trust Values: Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Excellence, and who are passionate about patient care. For more information about our Trust and values, search for Dorset County Hospital online.
This advert closes on Thursday, 22 May 2025.
Additional Information
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. We encourage applicants with disabilities to apply, and in most cases, we will offer an interview to those who meet the minimum criteria and declare a disability. For more information, visit Disability Confident.
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