Overview
Senior Physiotherapist – Independent Living Service in Adult Social Care. Supports residents to remain independent at home through rehabilitation, assessment, and partnership working across health and social care services within the Discharge to Assess at Home (DTAH) and Independent Living Service (ILS) pathways.
Responsibilities
* Provide clinical expertise and physiotherapy assessment within the Discharge to Assess at Home (DTAH) and Independent Living Service (ILS) pathways
* Support individuals to regain independence following hospital discharge through rehabilitation and mobility assessments
* Work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Community Officers, hospitals, Bolton at Home, and other partner organisations
* Assess functional ability and recommend appropriate interventions, equipment, or adaptations to support independent living
* Contribute to telecare and sensory service pathways where required
* Manage and prioritise a complex caseload of community-based assessments and interventions
* Support service development and promote integrated working across health and social care services
* Provide advice, guidance, and support to colleagues within the multidisciplinary team
Requirements
* Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
* HCPC Registration
* Substantial post-qualification experience in community or rehabilitation settings
* Experience working with hospital discharge pathways or intermediate care services
* Strong knowledge of rehabilitation, mobility assessment, and promoting independence
* Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
* Excellent communication, organisational, and clinical decision-making skills
* Ability to travel and work flexibly when required
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