Autonomous Band 6 Physiotherapist in Community Care

The Methodist Church in Britain; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning opportunities

Flexible shifts

Wellbeing resources

Paid annual leave

Access to NHS Trusts

Job summary

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Band 6 physiotherapist for a six-month bank position based at the Assessment and Rehabilitation Centre, West Berkshire Community Hospital. The role involves assessing and treating adults and older adults with complex physical and mental health needs on inpatient wards and in patients' homes.

You will work autonomously, with a driving licence required, HCPC registration and a physiotherapy qualification essential.

Qualifications

• Physiotherapy qualification.
• HCPC registration.
• Full driving licence for the community post.

Responsibilities

• Take professional and legal responsibility for own work, practising autonomously and seeking advice when needed.
• Provide physiotherapy to adults and older adults with complex physical and mental health conditions on inpatient wards and in patients' homes.
• Carry out comprehensive assessments of complex patients using investigative and analytical skills.
• Formulate individualized management and treatment plans using clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
• Act as a resource for the team in judging the right treatment pathway for complex patients.
• Take part in MDT, family and best interest meetings and planning discharge from hospital.

Education

Physiotherapy qualification

Job description

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Band 6 physiotherapist for a six-month bank position based at the Assessment and Rehabilitation Centre, West Berkshire Community Hospital. The role involves assessing and treating adults and older adults with complex physical and mental health needs on inpatient wards and in patients' homes.

You will work autonomously, with a driving licence required, HCPC registration and a physiotherapy qualification essential.