Band 6 Locum Physiotherapist - Community Intermediate Care - Luton

Pulse Healthcare; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare in Luton is seeking a Band 6 Locum Physiotherapist to join our Community Intermediate Care and Reablement Service. You will assess patients, plan and deliver physiotherapy care to support recovery and independence.

The role requires HCPC registration and a degree in Physiotherapy with community experience, including intermediate care and reablement. It offers hybrid working and a 2-month locum contract, with a pay rate of £24-£27 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC registered as a Physiotherapist.
• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy.
• Experience in community physiotherapy, particularly in intermediate care and reablement.
• Able to cross-prescribe and manage simple occupational therapy cases.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and improving outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients under the Reablement and Adult Social Care programs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Manage simple occupational therapy cases.
• Provide cross-prescribing as necessary.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate documentation in line with professional standards.

Skills

HCPC registration

Physiotherapy degree

Community physiotherapy

Cross-prescribing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Physiotherapy degree

Job description

Band 6 Locum Physiotherapist - Community Intermediate Care - Luton

Luton

Job Title: Locum Physiotherapist - Community Intermediate Care
Banding: Band 6
Location: Luton
Contract Type: Locum
Start Date: ASAP for 2 months
Working Pattern: Full-time (hybrid working can be discussed)
Rate: £24 - £27 per hour

Job Description:
We are seeking a Band 6 Locum Physiotherapist to join our Community Intermediate Care and Reablement Service. In this role, you will provide essential physiotherapy input to patients within the Reablement and Adult Social Care caseload. Your expertise will be vital in supporting patients' recovery and enhancing their functional independence in the community.

What your responsibilities will be for this Physiotherapy role?

As a Band 6 Locum Community Physiotherapist You will conduct comprehensive assessments of patients under the Reablement and Adult Social Care programs to identify their physiotherapy needs. You will develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote recovery and improve mobility. You will manage simple occupational therapy cases, demonstrating a holistic approach to patient care. You will provide cross-prescribing as necessary, ensuring seamless care and support for patients. You will monitor patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and effective communication among all stakeholders. You will maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient interactions and treatment plans in compliance with professional standards and organizational policies.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Must be a registered Physiotherapist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Must hold a relevant degree in Physiotherapy.
• Must have experience in community physiotherapy settings, particularly in intermediate care and reablement services.
• Must be able to cross-prescribe and manage simple occupational therapy cases.
• Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to providing patient-centered care and improving patient outcomes.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.