We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

• Undertake the physiotherapy assessment and management of patients within the urgent medicine physiotherapy speciality.
• Determine clinical diagnosis or need and the physiotherapy intervention indicated.
• Hold responsibility for their own caseload, as an autonomous practitioner and oversee caseloads of more junior staff. They will ensure all patients are managed this using evidence based and patient centred principles.
• Assess, plan, treat and evaluate patient centred interventions. Deliver an individualised treatment programme and ensure the Physiotherapy requirements for the discharge planning process are delivered in a timely manner.
• To work alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver physiotherapy services to patients within the specialities of the work place. This will include patients with multi-pathology and complex needs.
• To supervise, educate and assess the performance of undergraduate physiotherapy students as required ensuring the standard of practice and teaching meets the standards set by the degree level qualification.
• Access advice and support from a senior staff to ensure their clinical work is evaluated.
• The post holder will also be required to actively participate in the weekend/late rota for the Navigation team, working both independently and alongside support staff

Please refer to the attached JD file.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Physio Degree or Equivalent
• HCPC Registration

Experience

Essential criteria

• Previous NHS experience in a rotational capacity in core specialities or similar position
• Previous experience within A&E, AAU
• Experience supervising junior and support staff
• Experience making autonomous decisions to expedite patient discharge
• Experience working with acutely unwell patients and ability to treat patients who require respiratory physiotherapy intervention

Desirable criteria

• Clinical educator experience
• Weekend rota experience

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Able to present information, written and orally in a clear logical manner
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate

It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 240.6KB)
• Personal Specification (PDF, 152.4KB)
• Functional Requirements (PDF, 176.4KB)
• Disclosure & Barring Information and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders (PDF, 78.5KB)
• Staff Diversity Network (PDF, 140.3KB)
• Information for Disabled Applicants (PDF, 98.7KB)
• Bedford Hospital Site map (PDF, 2.6MB)
• Staff Benefits (PNG, 1.6MB)

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Alan Darby

Job title: Professional Lead Physiotherapist

Email address: alan.darby@bedfordhospital.nhs.uk

Telephone number: 01234 355122

Additional information

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