Job summary
Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Main duties of the job
We are currently seeking two experienced Physiotherapists for full-time roles in our 42 bed, Level 2 neurorehabilitation setting at Hunters Moor.
About us
Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Situated in Birmingham, Hunters Moor is part of the Active Care Group Neuro Network, a nationwide network of 25+ sites. We focus on clinical expertise, innovation, and technology to meet patient expectations. Our site is equipped with REHACOM, an evidence-based tool for improving cognitive functioning.
We have established referral pathways within a formal collaboration of health and care services across Birmingham and Solihull (BSOL). We are committed to raising standards and have implemented a robust and integrated Quality & Governance strategy to improve outcomes for our patients.
At Hunters Moor, we prioritise a person-centred and evidence-based approach to rehabilitation. Our goal is to maximise independence and recovery, working closely with patients and their families to set personalised goals.
Our multidisciplinary team includes specialists such as Speech and Language Therapists, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, Therapy Technicians, and more. Our patients also benefit from on-site doctors and a neuro-specialist team, including Specialist Nurses providing care for ongoing neurological nursing needs.
We are dedicated to promoting company values—caring, honesty, pro-activity, and empowerment for those we support.
If you are an experienced Physiotherapist, passionate about making a difference, apply now!
What you'll be working:
Our standard working hours are hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.
What you'll be doing:
Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights
Ensure the provision of a high-quality physiotherapy service and its place within the multidisciplinary team
Independently complete specialist assessment of complex neurological patients
Formulate individualised problem lists, treatment plans and goals
Prescribe 24hr postural management programs, utilising specialist seating, positioning and splints
Assess for and manage increased tone/spasticity
Provide supervision to therapy assistants and student physiotherapists
Participate in teaching and education of relatives and MDT colleagues
Actively participate and feedback in MDT meetings
Write comprehensive and detailed review reports for patients, commissioners and families.
Promote MDT working
What to look forward to:
25 days plus bank holidays
Birthday off
Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. HCPC registration
Desirable
2. Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) Membership is desirable
Experience
Essential
3. Have excellent clinical knowledge and experience of working with people with neurological conditions and demonstrate an understanding of the long term impact on individuals, their families and carers
4. 2 years post-graduate experience
5. Previous experience as a Senior/Band 6 physiotherapist
6. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of professional standards from both the HCPC and CSP
7. Knowledge of current Health Policies both local and national in Health, Social Care
8. Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice and ability to implement in clinical practice