Senior Physiotherapist - (Acute Inpatient Ward)

Senior Physiotherapist - (Acute Inpatient Ward)\n6 months of NHS experience is mandatory\n

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Hospital: Royal Derby Hospital

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Role: Band 6 Discharge planning

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Pay Rate: £21 - £23 per hour

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Pay Mechanism: Direct engagement

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About client:

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We are currently seeking a Senior Physiotherapist to join our team at RDH. This role is perfect for an experienced physiotherapist with a passion for delivering high-quality care and contributing to the discharge planning process.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Provide expert physiotherapy assessment and treatment for patients on acute inpatient wards.
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• Lead and coordinate the discharge planning process, ensuring safe and effective patient transitions from hospital to home or other care settings.
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• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care delivery.
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• Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans based on patients' needs and clinical conditions.
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• Supervise and mentor junior physiotherapists and support staff.
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• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring compliance with professional standards and best practices.
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• Participate in regular clinical supervision and continuous professional development activities.
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Key Requirements:

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• HCPC registration is essential.
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• Recent experience in an acute inpatient ward setting is required.
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• \nDischarge planning experience is essential, demonstrating the ability to plan, assess, and execute safe patient discharges.
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• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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• Excellent communication, organizational, and clinical skills.
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• A commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and achieving positive outcomes.
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Desirable:

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• Postgraduate qualifications in physiotherapy or a related area.
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• Experience in leading or contributing to departmental audits or quality improvement projects.
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