Senior Specialist Physiotherapist Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced physiotherapist to provide expert care at a specialist neurological centre.
Job Summary:
This role involves assessing, implementing, and evaluating programmes of person-centred care as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Main Responsibilities:
* Assess service user needs in relation to optimising independence and physical function
* Conduct comprehensive assessments of service users, using investigative and analytical skills to formulate individualised rehabilitation and treatment plans
* Promote choice in all aspects of clinical practice, reviewing and making suggestions to enhance the service user experience
* Liaise and communicate with other health and social care professionals and volunteers in the planning and delivery of occupational therapy
* Ensure appropriate prescription, provision, and maintenance of equipment within available resources
* Maintain up-to-date written and electronic records in accordance with Professional and clinical standards
* Demonstrate clinical leadership and promote clinical supervision
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside other disciplines, including psychologists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, nurses, music therapists, and orthotists.
About You:
* Diploma/BSc in Physiotherapy
* Current and valid Registration with Health & Care Professions Council
* Current registration with professional body (e.g. CSP)
* Evidence of Continued Professional Development
* Evidence of clinical skills in neurology/stroke/head injuries
* Supervision/training experience for Band 5/6's therapists/support staff
* Demonstrable experience of using evidence-based practice and outcome measures
* Skilled knowledge and application of physiotherapy assessments and interventions using complex level clinical reasoning
* Evidence of clinical skills in Respiratory Physiotherapy
* Member of specialist interest group (ACPIN or ACPOPC) or willing to join
Benefits:
The role offers a supportive and dynamic environment, allowing you to develop your skills and expertise in a specialist setting.
Work Environment:
You will be working alongside a multidisciplinary team, collaborating on patient care and contributing to the development of services.