We are looking for a motivated senior physiotherapist with good acute hospital experience to work within our Inpatient Physiotherapy teams covering the wards at Royal Sussex County Hospital which is now a 7‑day service, covering the hours 8‑6 pm. The post is permanent. This role will be focused on providing a high standard of Physiotherapy assessment, treatment and evaluation to clients within the Inpatient Physiotherapy service at Royal Sussex County Hospital.
You will have excellent opportunities for your own skills development, working within a strong and supportive MDT and alongside an established peer group of Physiotherapy Support Workers. This Band 7 position is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic, forward‑looking and innovative department.
Royal Sussex County Hospital is in a wonderful location, situated adjacent to the South Downs National Park and the sea and with excellent transport links to London and across Southern England. You will be joining a strong and supportive Physiotherapy team within the top performing University Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We look forward to welcoming you on an informal visit or discussing any aspect of this exciting opportunity further.
* To be responsible for the training and development of the staff working in the Front Door Integrated Discharge Team including weekend provision.
* To comprehend the acuity of patients within A&E, the Acute Assessment Unit, the rest of the acute floor and C5 Acute Medicine beds, understanding, and facilitating complex hospital discharges ensuring patient flow.
* To lead in advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients who may have complex and/or chronic presentation, under different specialities.
* To provide an effective high‑quality service to all patients and assist with the supervision and teaching of all members of the team including students.
* To provide skilled team leadership and service development within therapies and the wider MDT.
* To implement policy and policy changes in own clinical area and to assist with the setting and monitoring of standards of practice.
* To undertake evidence‑based projects in conjunction with the Head of Physiotherapy and other members of the MDT, including recommendations for change in practice and to lead in appropriate departmental research in this clinical area.
* To problem solve clinical and non‑clinical complex situations.
* To remain competent for respiratory on‑calls and to work as part of the respiratory rota.
* To participate in a 7‑day rota including weekends and bank holidays.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate information pack – University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: George Browne
Job title: Operational Lead Physiotherapist, RSCH
Email address: georgina.browne4@nhs.net
Telephone number: 01273 696955
Or telephone number: 01273 696955 – 64064
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