Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Specialist Physiotherapist to join our Physiotherapy Outpatient Clinical Leadership Team to lead the neuro outpatient physiotherapy service.We are looking for a physiotherapist with highly specialist physiotherapy skills and an established specialist interest in treating neurological conditions. We are looking for an individual who will be committed to leading and developing the neuro physiotherapy outpatient service.As the neuro outpatient physiotherapy clinical lead you will have demonstrable leadership skills, service development experience and excellent communication and time management skills. We are looking for an excellent team player who is experienced, flexible, and has initiative to assist us in delivering high class patient centred care.The post will include management of a clinical caseload at Southmead Hospital but could also include working at Cossham Hospital. In addition, it will involve managing a patient caseload within a neuro spasticity outpatient clinic at Southmead Hospital.The role will include working over three days and although we will endeavour to be flexible on the days worked, these will be dependent on available clinical space.Main duties of the jobTo be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality physiotherapy service by self and others through caseload management, supervision and development of physiotherapy staff and students. Participation in operational management, modernisation and professional development of physiotherapy services.To be an autonomous physiotherapy practitioner performing advanced neurological physiotherapy assessment of patients including those with complex presentations and from this formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan.To take a lead role in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of junior clinicians, technical instructors and assistants, physiotherapy students (possibly including those at Masters level) where required.To be responsible for operational management and development of the neuro outpatient physiotherapy service.To supervise, initiate and participate in evidence-based projects and is responsible for implementing changes within the neuro outpatient physiotherapy service and setting and monitoring standards of practiceTo deputise for the Pathway Lead as requiredTo disseminate information/advice from the Pathway Lead or Head of ServiceAbout usThe successful post holder will be part of a dynamic, experienced team providing a high standard of clinical care to patients. Our team comprises of registered clinicians and support staff. We are a large acute trust with outpatient physiotherapy sub-specialties including MSK, hydrotherapy, rheumatology, women's health, cancer, neurology and paediatrics.North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.Date posted02 May 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salaryxc2xa346,148 to xc2xa352,809 a year per annum, pro rata for part time roles.ContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number339-CCS6990-BALJob locationsSouthmead HospitalSouthmead RoadBristolBS10 5NBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.Summary below:To be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality physiotherapy service by self and others through caseload management, supervision and development of physiotherapy staff and students. Participation in operational management, modernisation and professional development of physiotherapy services.To be an autonomous physiotherapy practitioner performing advanced neurological physiotherapy assessment of patients including those with complex presentations and from this formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan.To take a lead role in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of junior clinicians, technical instructors and assistants, physiotherapy students (possibly including those at Masters level) where required.To be responsible for operational management and development of the neuro outpatient physiotherapy service.To supervise, initiate and participate in evidence-based projects and is responsible for implementing changes within the neuro outpatient physiotherapy service and setting and monitoring standards of practiceTo deputise for the Pathway Lead as requiredTo disseminate information/advice from the Pathway Lead or Head of Service Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.Summary below:To be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality physiotherapy service by self and others through caseload management, supervision and development of physiotherapy staff and students. Participation in operational management, modernisation and professional development of physiotherapy services.To be an autonomous physiotherapy practitioner performing advanced neurological physiotherapy assessment of patients including those with complex presentations and from this formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan.To take a lead role in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of junior clinicians, technical instructors and assistants, physiotherapy students (possibly including those at Masters level) where required.To be responsible for operational management and development of the neuro outpatient physiotherapy service.To supervise, initiate and participate in evidence-based projects and is responsible for implementing changes within the neuro outpatient physiotherapy service and setting and monitoring standards of practiceTo deputise for the Pathway Lead as requiredTo disseminate information/advice from the Pathway Lead or Head of ServicePerson SpecificationEducation/Training/QualificationsEssential

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Range of Postgraduate courses and education in neuro-disability including spasticity

Desirable

• Range of Postgraduate courses and education in neuro-disability including spasticity
• Clinical Educators Training
• MSc or working towards M Level or equivalent experience
• MSc injection therapy module or completed/working towards ultrasound injection therapy competencies
• Completed or working towards non-medical prescribing qualification
• Appropriate managerial training

Work ExperienceEssential

• Comprehensive post graduate physiotherapy experience in management of neurological conditions
• Experience of having supervised staff who are directly accountable to the post holder
• Experience in completing audit, service development and evidence-based projects

Desirable

• Previous Band 7 experience
• Experience of managing an outpatient physiotherapy caseload
• Involvement in research in specialist neuro sciences/physiotherapy
• Evidence of presenting to MDT groups, undergraduate and postgraduate staff

Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesEssential

• Specialist knowledge of evidenced based physiotherapy for neurological conditions
• Understanding of clinical governance and its implication for physiotherapy
• Knowledge of national guidelines and standards pertaining to specialist pathway and physiotherapy
• Awareness and understanding of NHS structure, current issues, and developments
• IT Skills - including hospital databases, word processing, excel, email and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management, prioritisation, and organisational skills

Personal Qualities/Special CircumstancesEssential

• Self-motivated with a clear vision of role / commitment to specialty
• Demonstrate professional independence

Person SpecificationEducation/Training/QualificationsEssential

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Range of Postgraduate courses and education in neuro-disability including spasticity

Desirable

• Range of Postgraduate courses and education in neuro-disability including spasticity
• Clinical Educators Training
• MSc or working towards M Level or equivalent experience
• MSc injection therapy module or completed/working towards ultrasound injection therapy competencies
• Completed or working towards non-medical prescribing qualification
• Appropriate managerial training

Work ExperienceEssential

• Comprehensive post graduate physiotherapy experience in management of neurological conditions
• Experience of having supervised staff who are directly accountable to the post holder
• Experience in completing audit, service development and evidence-based projects

Desirable

• Previous Band 7 experience
• Experience of managing an outpatient physiotherapy caseload
• Involvement in research in specialist neuro sciences/physiotherapy
• Evidence of presenting to MDT groups, undergraduate and postgraduate staff

Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesEssential

• Specialist knowledge of evidenced based physiotherapy for neurological conditions
• Understanding of clinical governance and its implication for physiotherapy
• Knowledge of national guidelines and standards pertaining to specialist pathway and physiotherapy
• Awareness and understanding of NHS structure, current issues, and developments
• IT Skills - including hospital databases, word processing, excel, email and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management, prioritisation, and organisational skills

Personal Qualities/Special CircumstancesEssential

• Self-motivated with a clear vision of role / commitment to specialty
• Demonstrate professional independence

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