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Band 6 Physiotherapist

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West London NHS Trust

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • London
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You should be a Band 6 Physiotherapist skilled in community rehabilitation, mobile working, and flexible practices, collaborating closely with acute partners and following development plans.
  • You will provide community rehabilitation, rapid response, and supported discharge services for at-risk patients, collaborating with acute partners and focusing on service improvement.

Requirements

  • Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our rehabilitation team
  • providing Community Rehabilitation, Rapid Response, Reablement and Supported discharge
  • working closely with our acute partners
  • follow the clinical and leadership development priorities identified in your personal development and appraisal plan
  • equipped for mobile working
  • actively support flexible working practice when required and appropriate for the service

Responsibilities

  • As a Band 6 Physiotherapist, you will provide an integrated Health & Social Care service for people at home who are at risk of being admitted to hospital unnecessarily, providing Community Rehabilitation, Rapid Response, Reablement and Supported discharge.
  • You will be working closely with our acute partners, such as Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Chelsea & Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
  • We will connect you with peers across the tri borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea to support you and to work on service improvement partnerships.
  • We will ensure you are able to follow the clinical and leadership development priorities identified in your personal development and appraisal plan.
  • We will equip you for mobile working and actively support flexible working practice when required and appropriate for the service.
  • You will enjoy the rewards of working with a client group for whom you can make a significant difference every day, and you will experience the strong motivation of being part of a supportive multi-agency effort which focuses on training and supporting each other.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Band 6 Physiotherapist.

What team will the Band 6 Physiotherapist be joining?

The Band 6 Physiotherapist will be joining the Community Independence Service (CIS) rehabilitation team.

Who does the Community Independence Service provide care for?

The CIS provides planned and unplanned nursing and therapy interventions for older residents who have had a recent deterioration in their physical health.

Is this position focused on hospital admissions?

Yes, the role involves providing Community Rehabilitation, Rapid Response, Reablement, and Supported discharge to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.

What organizations are involved in running the Community Independence Service?

The CIS is run jointly between West London NHS Trust and CNWL Foundation Trust.

Will I have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, you will be able to follow clinical and leadership development priorities as identified in your personal development and appraisal plan.

Can I expect to work with other healthcare professionals?

Yes, you will be working closely with acute partners, such as Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Chelsea & Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

What support will be provided for mobile working?

The Trust will equip you for mobile working and actively support flexible working practices when required and appropriate for the service.

What type of client group will I be working with?

You will be working with older residents who may be at risk of hospital admission, allowing you to make a significant difference in their lives every day.

Who can I contact for further information or an informal visit about this position?

You can contact Marta Draczynska, Senior Physiotherapist Rehab Team, at marta.draczynska@nhs.net for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

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West London NHS Trust

West London NHS Trust is one the most diverse providers of NHS mental and physical health care in the UK.

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Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.