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Senior Physiotherapist

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We are currently seeking two experienced Physiotherapists for full-time roles in our 42 bed, Level 2 neurorehabilitation setting at Hunters Moor.

Situated in Birmingham, Hunters Moor is part of the Active Care Group Neuro Network, a nationwide network of 25+ sites. We focus on clinical expertise, innovation, and technology to meet patient expectations. Our site is equipped with REHACOM, an evidence-based tool for improving cognitive functioning.

We have established referral pathways within a formal collaboration of health and care services across Birmingham and Solihull (BSOL). We are committed to raising standards and have implemented a robust and integrated Quality & Governance strategy to improve outcomes for our patients.

At Hunters Moor, we prioritise a person-centred and evidence-based approach to rehabilitation. Our goal is to maximise independence and recovery, working closely with patients and their families to set personalised goals.

Our multidisciplinary team includes specialists such as Speech and Language Therapists, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, Therapy Technicians, and more. Our patients also benefit from on-site doctors and a neuro-specialist team, including Specialist Nurses providing care for ongoing neurological nursing needs.

We are dedicated to promoting company values-caring, honesty, pro-activity, and empowerment for those we support.

If you are an experienced Physiotherapist, passionate about making a difference, apply now!

What you'll be working:

This role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

What you'll be doing:

  • Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights
  • Ensure the provision of a high-quality physiotherapy service and its place within the multidisciplinary team
  • Independently complete specialist assessment of complex neurological patients
  • Formulate individualised problem lists, treatment plans and goals
  • Prescribe 24hr postural management programs, utilising specialist seating, positioning and splints
  • Assess for and manage increased tone/spasticity
  • Provide supervision to therapy assistants and student physiotherapists
  • Participate in teaching and education of relatives and MDT colleagues
  • Actively participate and feedback in MDT meetings
  • Write comprehensive and detailed review reports for patients, commissioners and families.
  • Promote MDT working

What you'll have:

  • HCPC registration
  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) Membership is desirable
  • Have excellent clinical knowledge and experience of working with people with neurological conditions and demonstrate an understanding of the long term impact on individuals, their families and carers
  • 2 years post-graduate experience
  • Previous experience as a Senior/Band 6 physiotherapist
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of professional standards from both the HCPC and CSP
  • Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice and ability to implement in clinical practice
  • Knowledge of current Health Policies both local and national in Health, Social Care
  • Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS

We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer.

What to look forward to:

  • 25 days plus bank holidays
  • Birthday off
  • Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
  • Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
  • Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
  • A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
  • Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials - like going to the dentist or opticians
  • We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
  • Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
  • Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
  • ......and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Senior Physiotherapist

Active Care Group
Birmingham, UK
Full-Time

Published on 20/04/2024

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