Overview
We are recruiting a dynamic and credible Senior Physiotherapist or an Occupational Therapist within our Therapy and discharge team at the QEQM site. This exciting position offers the opportunity for the successful candidate to grow their clinical experience and leadership within this speciality and to develop themselves in line with their personal development plan. The post holder will work within a team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, assistant practitioners and discharge managers as well as being part of the wider multidisciplinary team. The post holder will have the opportunity to provide therapy intervention in a fast paced environment managing complex discharge planning.
Responsibilities
* To support the clinical delivery and leadership of therapy services in The Therapy and Discharge Team at the QEQM.
* To provide clinical expertise, advice and support to the multi-disciplinary team.
* To support the development of and maintain communication networks in order to provide a high quality and efficient service.
* To support and participate in the development of clinical standards and protocols, evidence-based practice, audit, research, clinical and non-clinical risk management in order to maintain the clinical governance of the service and Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy delivery.
* Participation and involvement in the emergency respiratory on-call physiotherapy service (for physiotherapists) and 7 day working for both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
What we offer
We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that’s second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it’s easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.
How to apply / contact
For further details or informal visits contact: Name: Kelly Park
Job title: Clinical Lead
Email: kellypark@nhs.net
Telephone: 07970168190
My working hours are Monday to Friday 7.30 to 3.30; please email me if you would like to discuss this vacancy outside of these hours.
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