This is anexciting opportunity within Dorking Healthcare to join an expanding outpatientservice. We are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals to workwith a team of dedicated physiotherapists and consultants to deliver a highstandard of care to the local community.
We are afriendly and dynamic team with career progression opportunities in the areasof:
* Consultant referral MusculoskeletalPhysiotherapy
* Womens Health Physiotherapy
Theseopportunities would be suitable for an experienced band 6 or band 7Physiotherapist. Full or part time will be considered. We are committed tocontinued professional development within our team and have excellentsupervision structure in place. You will be responsible for managing your owncase load and contributing to service delivery.
If you are passionate about improving care and makinga difference to our local community and if you feel you have the qualities andskills we are looking for, we would welcome your application.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high standard of physiotherapy service tomusculoskeletal outpatients referred by DHC consultants. Conditions will include a wide variety ofmusculoskeletal conditions including post-operative orthopaedics, arthriticconditions, and patients presenting with acute, chronic and or complex spinalpain.
Wealso provide an expanding Women's Health service experience in this field, andmembership of POGP (Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy) isdesirable but not essential. Training opportunities for this role will beconsidered for the right candidate.
About us
DHC is a GP Federation, representing 275,000 patients, providing a wide range of high-quality healthcare services, including elective care, Talking Therapies, community healthcare, and primary care across Surrey. We are registered with the CQC and are an accredited AQP.
DHC is at the heart of the local health system, working to evolve and deliver integrated care, which requires strong partnerships with many organisations. In all of our services, we aim to put the patient at the centre of their care, ensure our services are easy for local patients to access, and reduce waiting times.
GP practices have been brought together into Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to offer services in the local community. There are 7 Primary Care Networks that are part of the DHC Federation.
In return, DHC offers staff the following benefits:
* The opportunity to become part of a friendly, professional team
* Opportunities for training and development
* Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme and a minimum of 27 days' annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
* Enhanced maternity/shared parental leave pay
* Some of our sites offer free on-site parking (subject to availability)
DHC actively encourages and promotes diversity, ensuring all voices are heard and included, and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Consultant referralphysiotherapy treatment service
Job Purpose:
To provide a high standard ofphysiotherapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients referred by DHCconsultants. Conditionswill include a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions includingpost-operative orthopaedics, arthritic conditions, and patients presenting withacute, chronic and or complex spinal pain.
We also provide an expanding Womens Health serviceexperience in this field and membership of POGP (Pelvic, Obstetric andGynaecological Physiotherapy) is desirable but not essential. Trainingopportunities for this role will be considered for the right candidate.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* To be professional and legally responsibleand accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management ofpatients in your care. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for thepatients under your management.
* Formulate and deliver an individualphysiotherapy treatment programme based on an advanced knowledge of evidence-basedpractice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills anda broad knowledge and understanding of treatment skills.
* To provide care which is tailored to the individualneeds. This would include appraising the impact of individuals' clinical statuson their general health, well-being, employment status (including in relationto function, physical activity, mobility and independence).
* To support patients to set their own goals and beconfident in their approach to self-management
* To communicate effectively and appropriately withpatients and carers complex and sensitive information regarding diagnosis,pathology and prognosis.
* To be responsible for maintaining accurateand comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Chartered society ofPhysiotherapy (CSP) standards of practice.
* To manage a complex caseload (including patients withlong-term conditions, comorbidities and multi-factorial needs),
* To be accountable for decisions and actions via HCPCregistration, supported by a professional culture of peer networking/review andengagement in evidence-based practice
* To ensure that your own practice and thatof the staff under your supervision meets the required professional standardsof physiotherapy.
* Works with MDT todevelop more effective and streamlined clinical pathways and services
WORK SETTING AND REVIEW
* To manage own workload efficiently and effectivelyon a daily basis. Maintainconfidentiality pertaining to clients and staff at all times. Make decisions pertaining to the smooth andefficient running of the department and where necessary referring problems tomanagement or the appropriate consultant via the quickest route possible.
* Be able to work with a degree of autonomy, whichcomes from experience.
* Work to objectives as set by the Service Manager,Line Manager and Clinical Supervisor
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Consultant referralphysiotherapy treatment service
Job Purpose:
To provide a high standard ofphysiotherapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients referred by DHCconsultants. Conditionswill include a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions includingpost-operative orthopaedics, arthritic conditions, and patients presenting withacute, chronic and or complex spinal pain.
We also provide an expanding Womens Health serviceexperience in this field and membership of POGP (Pelvic, Obstetric andGynaecological Physiotherapy) is desirable but not essential. Trainingopportunities for this role will be considered for the right candidate.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* To be professional and legally responsibleand accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management ofpatients in your care. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for thepatients under your management.
* Formulate and deliver an individualphysiotherapy treatment programme based on an advanced knowledge of evidence-basedpractice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills anda broad knowledge and understanding of treatment skills.
* To provide care which is tailored to the individualneeds. This would include appraising the impact of individuals' clinical statuson their general health, well-being, employment status (including in relationto function, physical activity, mobility and independence).
* To support patients to set their own goals and beconfident in their approach to self-management
* To communicate effectively and appropriately withpatients and carers complex and sensitive information regarding diagnosis,pathology and prognosis.
* To be responsible for maintaining accurateand comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Chartered society ofPhysiotherapy (CSP) standards of practice.
* To manage a complex caseload (including patients withlong-term conditions, comorbidities and multi-factorial needs),
* To be accountable for decisions and actions via HCPCregistration, supported by a professional culture of peer networking/review andengagement in evidence-based practice
* To ensure that your own practice and thatof the staff under your supervision meets the required professional standardsof physiotherapy.
* Works with MDT todevelop more effective and streamlined clinical pathways and services
WORK SETTING AND REVIEW
* To manage own workload efficiently and effectivelyon a daily basis. Maintainconfidentiality pertaining to clients and staff at all times. Make decisions pertaining to the smooth andefficient running of the department and where necessary referring problems tomanagement or the appropriate consultant via the quickest route possible.
* Be able to work with a degree of autonomy, whichcomes from experience.
* Work to objectives as set by the Service Manager,Line Manager and Clinical Supervisor
INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* Adhere to DHC policies and procedures and relevantlegislation including the requirements of any professional bodies. Attendmandatory training as identified by DHC.
* Apply and adhere to agreed policies, procedures,protocols including national initiatives and propose changes on improvements todepartmental working practices.
* Participate in reflection, self-evaluation andcontinuous professional development including performance review. Ensure mandatory training is up-to-date atall times.
* Contribute to ongoing projects as required.
* Maintain and encourage safe working practices andenvironment in accordance with local Health and Safety policies.
* Comply with the requirements of the Caldicott Report,Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records Act and subsequent legislationissued in relation to confidential data.
CONFIDENTIALITY
* The post holder must maintain theconfidentiality of information about patients staff and DHC business inaccordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and Caldicott principles.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* BSc degree in Physiotherapy.
* Registered with the Health and Care Professional Council (UK).
* Evidence of relevant and up to date post graduate training
* Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Knowledge
* Experience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of highly specialized MSK treatment.
* Clinical skills encompassing the core areas of exercise therapy, management of pain relief, mobility training and therapeutic handling.
* Sound assessment skills with clinical reasoning and delivery of treatments.
* Understanding and use of reflective practice
* Experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders.
* cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills
Analytical and communication Skills
* Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
* Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information.
* Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem solving and analytical skills
* Evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively.
* Ability to negotiate effectively within the MDT or across a range of services/providers.
Other
* Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated.
* Demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered.
* High degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility.
* Ability to cope with unpredictable situations.
* Current UK driving licence and access to a car for cross site travel if necessary.
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.
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