Job Description

At University Hospitals Dorset we have a unique opportunity for you to join a dynamic and exciting pelvic health therapy workforce as a trainee or established advanced practice physiotherapist.

Salary:

Band 7 (with progression to Band 8a upon successful completion of the ACP apprenticeship and attainment of the ACP digital badge) The ACP apprenticeship takes 3 years to complete.



(Please note, we also encourage applicants who have already gained their ACP digital badge - in this instance job role would start at Band 8A)



This position is twinned with a funded advanced clinical practice apprenticeship with one day a week dedicated to completing the apprenticeship.



This job role will involve using highly developed clinical reasoning skills in the management of a pelvic health physiotherapy caseload. The successful candidate will be responsible for the clinical leadership of the pelvic health therapy team in a urogynae, gynacology and urology domain, including the education, training and mentorship of more junior staff.

Benefits:

Competitive salary at Band 7, with progression to Band 8a upon completion of the ACP apprenticeship / attaining ACP digital badge.



Opportunities for ongoing professional development and further skills development in pelvic health care.



A supportive and collaborative work environment within a leading healthcare institution.



This is a role across UHD (Predominantly Poole and Christchurch hospitals).



We encourage applications from both ambitious and experienced clinicians who are dedicated team players and deeply committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred services.



In this role, you'll provide your clinical expertise within Enhanced Practice gynaecology clinics, where you'll play a key role in determining the most appropriate course of action for patients' care within a predominantly gynaecological caseload.



You will utilise your clinical reasoning skills to conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' presenting issues, interpret examination findings, develop working and differential diagnoses, and create, communicate, and implement management plans. These plans will be tailored to meet the individual needs, goals, and preferences of patients while also considering the availability of local services and adhering to relevant local and national guidelines and policies.



You will be responsible for the supervision, training and education of the more junior physiotherapy workforce in the delivery of pelvic health therapy.



As you progress with your apprenticeship and towards your advanced practice role, your job will give opportunity to reflect practice across all 4 pillars of advanced practice with responsibilities in service development and quality assuring the pelvic health therapy service, and involvement in research.



Christchurch hospital has recently benefited from a million-pound refurbishment, providing two physiotherapy gyms, as well as number of physiotherapy consulting rooms. The site boasts excellent staff changing facilities, cycling to work is encouraged with secure bike storage.



Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.



UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.



This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.



We are open to applications from both aspirational and established clinicians who are team players and passionate about delivering quality, patient centred services. Please get in touch if you would like to find out more or visit us in person.

Main Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Excellence:

Engage in high-quality patient care, focusing on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a pelvic health caseload.

Education and Training:

Collaborate on leading the pelvic health therapy team, including the mentorship and guidance of junior staff. Actively participate in the education and development of the team.

Research and Innovation:

Contribute to ongoing research and service development, and stay updated with the latest advancements in pelvic health therapy and care. Implement evidence-based practices to optimise patient outcomes.

ACP Apprenticeship:

Dedicate one day per week to your ACP apprenticeship program, which is integrated with your job. This apprenticeship is your pathway to progressing from Band 7 to Band 8a upon successful completion.



Upon successful completion of the ACP apprenticeship, your job would progress into a Band 8a role with the job title of Advanced Practice Physiotherapist in Pelvic Health and will be responsible for the clinical governance of the urogynae, gynaecological and urology pelvic health physiotherapy across all University Hospital Dorset sites and across all 4 pillars of advanced practice.



This role requires current registration with relevant professional body

Base Location:

Christchurch and Poole Hospital

Interview Date:

TBC