We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and will build a culture where all employees are valued, respected and acknowledged. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual that shares this commitment to join our MSK rehabilitation team.

The musculoskeletal physiotherapy service operates from three locality sites within Brighton, Hove and Haywards Heath. Offering rehabilitation services to local populations rich in cultural diversity, we are committed to delivering a service that is relevant to the communities we serve and strive to promote opportunity for all.

Main duties of the job

This post will be based at one of our UHST Brighton sites. Flexibility may be required to work across other UHST sites should future service developments require this.

The post holder will carry their own clinical caseload and be responsible for governance and supervision within the department. They will work with the service lead to drive service development and redesign projects, as well as maintaining high clinical standards within the team.

The service is committed to professional development and post graduate education facilitated through an established appraisal, mentoring scheme and in-service training programme. We offer a supportive learning environment with the opportunity to work closely with advanced practitioners.

The post would include participation in the orthopaedic weekend rota - following completion of appropriate training.

We have a strong flexible working ethic and have a number of posts available. Full, part time or fixed term will be considered, plus the opportunity to register on our physiotherapy bank.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To be responsible for the equipment used in carrying out physiotherapyduties, and to adhere to departmental equipment policy and ClinicalNegligence Scheme for Trusts CNST) standard. To ensure the safe use ofequipment and reporting of faults by self and others including patients, carers and other health professionals2. To ensure competence, through teaching and appraisal, of all staff within the MSK outpatient team in the use of equipment used in carrying out physiotherapy duties.3. To comply with and ensure implementation of all Trust policies and procedures and the Health and Safety at Work Act, including adherence to universal precautions and infection control measures.4. To request authorisation for the purchase of physical assets and supplies for the physiotherapy outpatient department.5. To be responsible as a signatory for agency time sheets.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Evidence of postgraduate education such as a diploma or MSc module relating to role

Knowledge training and experience

Essential

• Experience of managing your own caseload effectively
• Experience of treating MSK patients

Desirable

• Evidence of service development/audit experience
• Experience of health promotion

Knowledge and experience non-clinical

Essential

• Experience of managing, supporting and developing staff
• Competent IT skills
• Evidencing of teaching and supporting students

Desirable

• Knowledge of national agendas
• Knowledge of HR processes in managing staff

Knowledge and experience clinical

Essential

• Post qualification experience in a variety of clinical settings within the NHS or independent sector
• Ability to make evidence based clinical decisions regarding patient care
• To be able to comprehensively assess and treat a variety of patients with complex conditions

Desirable

• Up to date professional practice and reasearch
• Knowledge of appropriate clinical guidelines

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Experience of managing staff
• Experience of effective communication with patients and all interested healthcare professionals
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Experience of managing staff conflict
• Awareness of EDI

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Essential

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Hove Polyclinic

Nevill Avenue

Hove

BN3 7HY

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