Physiotherapist

Central London Community Health Trust

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Job summary

Specialist Falls Prevention Physiotherapist - Band 6

Due to an exciting new development, we are looking for an experienced Physiotherapist to join our renowned Tri-Borough Falls Prevention Service within CLCH. The service sees residents of Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham who have a history of falls, or who are at risk of falls. We offer comprehensive assessment within AHP-led and Consultant Geriatrician-led falls clinics and clients' own homes and deliver evidence based strength and balance classes as well as one to one rehabilitation.

We a seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic B6 Physiotherapist, who is passionate about the care of older people and who has experience of managing people at risk of falls in a variety of clinical settings. The post holder will work in domically and clinic settings, will supervise lower banded staff and students and will take an active part in the continued development of the service through quality improvement projects.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work alongside a team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Rehabilitation Assistants and will be supported by their team lead and the Falls Clinical Lead. The tri-borough falls service provides an excellent in-service training programme and regular clinical supervision. We pride ourselves on being at the cutting edge of evidenced based falls prevention management and have a national reputation for excellence.

The post holder will work within professional standards and clinical guidelines to promote best practice and will undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. The post holder will build up and maintain key relationships with referring services across CLCH and will be responsible for supervision of junior staff, rehabilitation assistants and Physiotherapy students.

If you would like further information about this post,

please contact Skye Lees, Clinical Lead for Falls by email at skye.lees@nhs.net.

About us

Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
Flexible working options
Annual travel card loan
Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Date posted

17 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£42,471 to £50,364 a year Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

824-INNER-10720-A

Job locations

The Medical Centre, 7e Woodfield Road, London

London

W9 3XZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the rationale behind multi-factorial falls prevention programmes and the evidence base supporting their delivery
Undertake specialist uni-professional and multi-professional detailed multi-factorial falls assessments for clients who have fallen. These clients will present with a variety of falls risk factors and often present with complex multi-pathologies including neurological conditions, musculoskeletal conditions, age related disorders, osteoporosis, vestibular disorders, learning disability and/or mental health diagnosis.
To have a working knowledge of up-to-date practices, such as FRAX assessment, home safety assessment and research (e.g. NICE guidelines, Agile/CSP Falls Prevention Guidelines, AGS & BGS falls guidelines).
Be proficient in the assessment of clients with a wide range of pathologies and competent in the development and implementation of treatment plans for these clients who are referred to the Falls Prevention Service. Demonstrate the use of evidence-based outcome measures and interventions and in accordance with CSP Guidelines.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the rationale behind multi-factorial falls prevention programmes and the evidence base supporting their delivery
Undertake specialist uni-professional and multi-professional detailed multi-factorial falls assessments for clients who have fallen. These clients will present with a variety of falls risk factors and often present with complex multi-pathologies including neurological conditions, musculoskeletal conditions, age related disorders, osteoporosis, vestibular disorders, learning disability and/or mental health diagnosis.
To have a working knowledge of up-to-date practices, such as FRAX assessment, home safety assessment and research (e.g. NICE guidelines, Agile/CSP Falls Prevention Guidelines, AGS & BGS falls guidelines).
Be proficient in the assessment of clients with a wide range of pathologies and competent in the development and implementation of treatment plans for these clients who are referred to the Falls Prevention Service. Demonstrate the use of evidence-based outcome measures and interventions and in accordance with CSP Guidelines.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

Diploma or degree in Physiotherapy
Current HPC Registration
Up to date CPD Portfolio
Evidence of CPD relevant to the treatment of people with physical disabilities and those with falls risks factors.

Desirable

Post Graduate qualification in relevant field or equivalent combination of degree, short courses and experience
Training in appraisal and clinical supervision
CSP Membership
Member of Specialist Body e.g AGILE

Experience

Essential

Minimum 3 years post registration experience
Experience of working with a client group who are risk of falls
Experience in a wide range of clinical areas, e.g. rehabilitation with older people, community rehabilitation, orthopaedics
Experience working with a multidisciplinary team
Experience of teaching and training to a wide range of people both formal and informal
Experience of using outcome measures
Experience of service development or working on quality initiatives

Desirable

Experience in a falls prevention team and intermediate care
Experience in dizziness and vestibular care
Experience working with social services
Experience of supervising/appraising Junior therapists, unqualified staff or students
Experience of research and clinical audit
Experience of successful project management
Experience of report writing and production of business reports

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of complex medical conditions and their relation to people who fall
Knowledge and understanding of National Service Framework for Falls, NICE guidance for Falls
Knowledge of bone health and its relationship with falls
Knowledge of outcome measures and evidence-based practice associated with people with physical disabilities
Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
An understanding of involving service users in their treatments and in service development
Advanced communication skills

Other

Essential

Excellent presentation skills
Ability to self-motivate
Ability to work as a team member
Flexible, adaptable and reliable approach to work
Sound IT skills; competent using Microsoft Word, Power Point, Outlook and Excel

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

Diploma or degree in Physiotherapy
Current HPC Registration
Up to date CPD Portfolio
Evidence of CPD relevant to the treatment of people with physical disabilities and those with falls risks factors.

Desirable

Post Graduate qualification in relevant field or equivalent combination of degree, short courses and experience
Training in appraisal and clinical supervision
CSP Membership
Member of Specialist Body e.g AGILE

Experience

Essential

Minimum 3 years post registration experience
Experience of working with a client group who are risk of falls
Experience in a wide range of clinical areas, e.g. rehabilitation with older people, community rehabilitation, orthopaedics
Experience working with a multidisciplinary team
Experience of teaching and training to a wide range of people both formal and informal
Experience of using outcome measures
Experience of service development or working on quality initiatives

Desirable

Experience in a falls prevention team and intermediate care
Experience in dizziness and vestibular care
Experience working with social services
Experience of supervising/appraising Junior therapists, unqualified staff or students
Experience of research and clinical audit
Experience of successful project management
Experience of report writing and production of business reports

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of complex medical conditions and their relation to people who fall
Knowledge and understanding of National Service Framework for Falls, NICE guidance for Falls
Knowledge of bone health and its relationship with falls
Knowledge of outcome measures and evidence-based practice associated with people with physical disabilities
Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
An understanding of involving service users in their treatments and in service development
Advanced communication skills

Other

Essential

Excellent presentation skills
Ability to self-motivate
Ability to work as a team member
Flexible, adaptable and reliable approach to work
Sound IT skills; competent using Microsoft Word, Power Point, Outlook and Excel

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.