Band 6 Physiotherapist - Community Team - Chester-le-Street - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Band 6 Physiotherapist for a locum position in Chester-le-Street / Shotley Bridge. This role offers £25 per hour for a full-time position lasting 2 months with potential for an ongoing contract. Responsibilities include conducting mobility assessments, collaborating with healthcare teams, and providing in-home patient support. Candidates must have HCPC registration and a driver's license. Join a dedicated team and enhance your skills in community healthcare.

Benefits

Flexible assignments

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have HCPC registration to practice as a physiotherapist.
• Confident car driver to transport equipment.
• Experience in community healthcare is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mobility assessments and develop exercise programmes.
• Collaborate on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
• Supervise junior staff members.
• Engage in home visits providing physiotherapy support.
• Support patients with conditions like arthritis and heart disease.

Skills

HCPC registration

Mobility assessments

Manual handling skills

Drivers licence

Job description

Overview

Exciting Opportunity: Band 6 Physiotherapist in the Community Team in Chester-le-Street / Shotley Bridge UK! Earn £25 per hour for a full-time locum position lasting 2 months with potential for ongoing. This role offers a dynamic chance to expand your skills in community healthcare, working with a dedicated team.

Benefits

• Full-time Opportunity: Dive deep into this full-time role and immerse yourself in impactful community work.
• Flexibility and Variety: As a locum, enjoy the freedom to choose assignments that suit your lifestyle while gaining diverse experiences.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from working with an experienced team, which will enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with a broad network of healthcare professionals, opening doors for future career opportunities.
• Competitive Pay: Attractive hourly rate ensures your valuable skills are well rewarded.

What you will do

• Conduct thorough mobility assessments and develop individualised exercise programmes for patients.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team on discharge planning, ensuring seamless transitions for patients between care settings.
• Supervise and offer guidance to junior staff members, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Facilitate the provision of equipment while utilising essential manual handling skills.
• Engage in regular home visits, providing vital physiotherapy support across Chester-le-Street / Shotley Bridge, hence a driver’s licence and ability to carry equipment are a must.
• Apply your expertise to support patients with common conditions such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, dementia, MSK issues, COPD, and those prone to falls.

Requirements

• HCPC registration is essential to ensure the highest standard of professional practice.
• You must be a confident car driver, comfortable with transporting equipment to various locations.

Chester-le-Street / Shotley Bridge

Chester-le-Street / Shotley Bridge is perfectly poised for a balanced lifestyle, combining picturesque beauty with a warm community vibe. With charming nearby attractions and excellent transport links, it’s an ideal setting for both work and leisure. Come and be part of a community that is as rewarding to live in as it is to work for!

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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