We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our supportive and friendly team based at The Den, our purpose built children's centre at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.
The team provides Specialist Physiotherapy Services to children with Neurodevelopmental conditions, age 0-18 years, across North Derbyshire.
The role is predominantly clinic based but you will gain experience across a range of clinical areas.
You will assist with Developmental Coordination Disorder and CPIP clinics and support audit and patient feedback projects.
The role demands excellent team working, time keeping and communication skills.
This post would be ideal for a Physiotherapist with relevant pre or post graduate experience and a passion for working with children and their families.
We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development opportunities to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust.
The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, you'll be able to make a huge difference.
As the selection process will involve a practical element, you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview.
Main duties of the job
* To work as part of the Children's Physiotherapy service to provide assessment, treatment and therapy advice to children and young people with physical disabilities
* To be responsible for the management of a designated caseload under the supervision and mentoring of a senior clinician.
* To work in outpatient clinic settings but undertake home, nursery and school visits if required
* To assist senior colleagues with Physiotherapy interventions in Special Schools if required
* To work collaboratively with multiagency colleagues and other professionals within and beyond the trust to provide coordinate care to best meet the needs of the child.
* To present a professional image and promote a positive image of the Trust to service users, carers and the community as a whole.
About us
The hospital is a friendly District General Hospital on the doorstep of the beautiful Peak District, with easy access to major cities such as Sheffield, Leeds, Nottingham and Derby. Excellent schools, nursery childcare on-site and a supportive work environment make it an attractive place to live and work.
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description document for further information about the role and job requirements. We are committed to providing you with ongoing training and development to ensure you thrive in your role, which will be individualised and supported by your Line Manager.
A car driver with a full and current driving licence is essential. For disabled applicants, suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed if necessary.
Post requires an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Recognised degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy
* HCPC registered
* Maintains a CPD portfolio in line with HCPC standards
* APCP Membership
* CSP Membership
Experience
* Experience of working with children at pre or postgraduate level
* Experience of managing a caseload
* Experience of a range of clinical assessment and production of clear treatment plans
* Evidence of varied work as a Physiotherapist
* Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary teamExperience of communicating effectively with others and adjusting communication styles as appropriate
* Children's post registration experience
* Evidence of experience of working with Children and families
Skills
* Understanding of the principles of Physiotherapy treatment when working with children and young people who have a physical disability.
* Understanding of the principles of child development.
* Able to demonstrate empathy and insight into the needs of the disabled child and their families
* Knowledge of evidence-based practice and how to apply this
* Clinical reasoning skills in predictable situations
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Understanding of interventions related to co-ordination difficulties
* Clinical assessment and treatment planning skills relevant to children
* Understanding of orthotics
* Understanding of outcome measures
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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