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B6 Rotational Paediatric Physiotherapist

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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Oxford

AI generated summary

  • You should be an enthusiastic, motivated physiotherapist eager to advance your paediatric career while gaining diverse experience in various specialist areas.
  • You will assess and treat paediatric patients, develop treatment plans, support staff, lead projects, ensure legal compliance, and facilitate therapy service integration.

Requirements

  • Are you an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist ready to take the next step in your paediatric career?
  • Do you want to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team in one of the UK’s leading NHS Foundation Trusts?
  • This is an exciting opportunity to join Oxford University Hospitals Foundation NHS Trust as a Rotational Band 6 Paediatric Physiotherapist, where you will gain diverse experience across a wide range of specialist areas including: Paediatric MSK, Long Covid, Rheumatology, Chronic Pain, Spinal, OxSPORT, DDH, CTEV, Complications of Excess Weight (CEW)

Responsibilities

  • Deliver an efficient and effective physiotherapy service by assessing, treating, and managing caseloads across specialist paediatric areas and the wider paediatric population.
  • Perform specialist assessments for complex cases and autonomously develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Enhance paediatric clinical skills through structured rotations in CTEV, DDH, MSK, OxSPORT, Rheumatology, Spinal, Chronic Pain, and Long Covid rehabilitation.
  • Actively contribute to service development projects within specialist areas throughout the rotation.
  • Support and assist in the supervision, teaching, and appraisal of Band 5 physiotherapists and students.
  • Assist with operational management and the ongoing development of the Children’s Therapies team, supporting the team leader and undertaking delegated responsibilities.
  • Lead and participate in evidence-based projects, implementing changes and maintaining clinical standards in collaboration with senior team leaders.
  • Ensure practice complies with legal and national frameworks relevant to paediatric care, such as The Children Act.
  • Deputise for Physiotherapy Team Leaders in operational management tasks as required.
  • Facilitate the integration of therapy services between the Children’s Hospital and the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is B6 Rotational Paediatric Physiotherapist.

What kind of experience can I expect to gain in this role?

You will gain diverse experience across a wide range of specialist areas including Paediatric MSK, Long Covid, Rheumatology, Chronic Pain, Spinal, OxSPORT, DDH, CTEV, and Complications of Excess Weight (CEW).

What does the rotational aspect of the role entail?

The role is a structured rotational post designed to develop your clinical expertise, leadership skills, and confidence across specialist areas of paediatric physiotherapy.

Will I have the opportunity to supervise other staff members?

Yes, you will support and assist in the supervision, teaching, and appraisal of Band 5 physiotherapists and students.

Is there an emphasis on service development in this role?

Yes, you are expected to actively contribute to service development projects within specialist areas throughout the rotation.

What are the working conditions like at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the UK, providing a wide range of general and specialist clinical services in a supportive and collaborative environment.

How does this role align with the Trust's values?

This role embodies the Trust's commitment to delivering compassionate excellence, focusing on values such as compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence in patient care.

Can I contact someone for more information about the position?

Yes, you can contact Julia Smith, Clinical Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist, at julia.smith@ouh.nhs.uk or by phone at 01865 738087 for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

Are there any specific legal frameworks I need to comply with in this role?

Yes, you must ensure practice complies with legal and national frameworks relevant to paediatric care, such as The Children Act.

Is there a focus on evidence-based practice in this role?

Yes, you will lead and participate in evidence-based projects, implementing changes and maintaining clinical standards in collaboration with senior team leaders.

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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (OUH) is a world renowned centre of clinical excellence and one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the UK. The Trust is made up of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital (which includes the Children's Hospital, West Wing, Eye Hospital, Heart Centre and Women's Centre), the Churchill Hospital and the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, all located in Oxford, and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury, north Oxfordshire. The Trust provides a wide range of clinical services, specialist services (including cardiac, cancer, musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation) medical education, training and research.