Specialist Physiotherapist

Job summary

If you are you looking for an exciting new challenge that will allow you to use your clinical skills in spasticity management to make a difference, this is a fantastic opportunity to join our Integrated Neurology team. An opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 physiotherapist to work 13.5 hours/week for around 9 months covering maternity leave.

We are looking for a physiotherapist who is a NMP and Injector who is motivated and passionate about supporting patients to manage their spasticity. We run clinics across several sites and see patients at home. The post sits within the supportive structure of the Integrated Neurology service of specialist nurses and therapists and is supported by our Extended Scope Specialist Spasticity Lead.

If you have experience and can demonstrate a positive attitude, enthusiasm and flexibility then we would like you join our team.

Applicants must read the attached guidance notes before submitting your application for full understanding of Trust requirements.

Main duties of the job

You will be working as part of the Integrated Neurology team. The post holder will be expected to carry out comprehensive specialist assessments and interventions in direct spasticity management as well as working within the team to support joint patients in management of patients.

The successful candidate will be required to work independently within clinics and within the home.

As part of the role, you will be expected to liaise and work closely with other health care professionals in ensuring that patient care needs are met accordingly, and that care is delivered to a high standard.

You must be a Non-Medical Prescriber and Injector to do this role.

About us

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

What we offer;

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities

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