Physical Therapist jobs in United Kingdom

This post will provide training and experience in a wide range of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery in accordance with the curriculum published by the SAC.

The duties of the post are the normal duties of those of an ST3 equivalent and above in Trauma and Orthopaedics' Surgery and will include attendance at ward rounds and theatre sessions as determined by their Consultant and assistance at Orthopaedic and Fracture Clinics.

The successful candidate will communicate appropriately with the General Practitioners and maintain satisfactory communications with other medical staff, not only in their own but also in other specialties as necessary to benefit the patient in their care. Addition, as necessary they will communicate with other hospitals or agencies for similar reasons.

An important aspect of the Senior Clinical Fellow's work be to supervise the collation of data. The Senior Clinical Fellow will be expected to assist with appropriate planning of work and the establishment of the highest standards of quality.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A& E, Obstetrics‑led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

This post will provide training and experience in a wide range of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery in accordance with the curriculum published by the SAC.

The duties of the post are the normal duties of those of an ST3 equivalent and above in Trauma and Orthopaedics' Surgery and will include attendance at ward rounds and theatre sessions as determined by their Consultant and assistance at Orthopaedic and Fracture Clinics.

• Medical Degree
• Relevant postgraduate qualification

• Additional relevant clinical experience

• Full GMC registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)

• Excellent all round experience of DGH work
• Minimum of 6 months NHS experience or a substantive Orthopaedics post at FY2/CT2 (or equivalent) or above
• Ability to work independently, but aware of own limitations and know when to seek advice from senior colleagues

• Understand the principles of audits

• Understanding CPD
• Experience of audits

• Interest in and ability to contribute to teaching and learning of more junior doctors and medical students

• Publications & Presentations

• Able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.

• Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory occupational health clearance
• Satisfactory DBS clearance

• Ability to co‑operate in a democratic team environment
• Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills

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