Band 6 Physiotherapist - Discharge to Assess Team - Plymouth - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organisation is seeking a Band 6 Physiotherapist to join their Discharge to Assess team. This full-time locum position in Plymouth offers £26 per hour. Responsibilities include patient assessments, implementing rehabilitation plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will hold HCPC registration and have NHS experience. This role provides a rewarding chance to make a significant impact on patient care.

Benefits

Delightful place to live and work

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist is required.
• Previous NHS experience at Band 6 level, ideally in discharge planning or rehabilitation settings.
• Strong clinical reasoning, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake effective physiotherapy assessments for patients referred to the Discharge to Assess service.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate safe patient discharges.
• Set realistic and achievable patient-centred goals.
• Monitor and adapt treatment programs to meet patient needs.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist

Job description

Overview

Band 6 Physiotherapist in Discharge to Assess Team – Livewell Southwest, UK £26 per hour Hourly, Full Time 3 Months – ASAP

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey as a Band 6 Physiotherapist with our dynamic Discharge to Assess team at Livewell Southwest? This locum role offers a rewarding chance to make a significant impact by supporting timely and safe patient discharges. Join us in this full-time position, earning £26 per hour and start ASAP for a period of three months. Use your expertise to carry out comprehensive assessments and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake timely and effective physiotherapy assessments for patients referred to the Discharge to Assess service.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation plans to promote patient wellbeing.
• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate safe, efficient, and appropriate patient discharges.
• Set realistic and achievable patient-centred goals to enhance independence and recovery.
• Monitor, evaluate, and adapt treatment programs to meet patient needs and progress.
• Assess patients’ functional abilities, providing recommendations for mobility aids, equipment, or community services as required.
• Contribute to discharge planning through accurate documentation and effective communication with stakeholders.
• Support the coordination of care across health and social services to reduce the risk of hospital re-admissions.
• Offer professional advice and guidance to patients, families, and carers on rehabilitation and self-management strategies.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical records consistent with professional and service standards.

Requirements

• HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist is required.
• Previous NHS experience at Band 6 level, ideally within discharge planning or acute/rehabilitation settings.
• Strong clinical reasoning, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits and Why Livewell Southwest

• Not only does Livewell Southwest provide a thriving professional setting, but you’ll also find it a delightful place to live and work.
• Nestled in the heart of the UK, this vibrant area offers stunning landscapes, a rich cultural scene, and a friendly community that welcomes you.
• Embrace the opportunity to grow your career while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle.
• Join us in making a difference.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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