JustPhysio are looking for an experienced MSK Physiotherapist for their client in South West London
- Band 6/7 Physiotherapist
- MSK
- 37.5 hours per week
- Salary £38,000-£41,100
- Start ASAP
- 3 years post grad experience is required
Our client is looking for an MSK Physiotherapist to join their team
You will be required -
- To provide Physiotherapeutic assessment, prognosis and advice to patients who attend the Physiotherapy department for an outpatient appointment.
- To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team showing flexibility of shared tasks to ensure that our client provides the best quality service in a pleasant environment for both staff and patients
- To provide qualified and competent staff delivering consistent standards of service and support within the hospital every day of the year.
- As a team, our client is fully committed to providing an efficient, evidence based physiotherapy service to both inpatients and outpatients and they aim to maintain the highest standards of individualised patient care in a safe and friendly environment following chartered Society of Physiotherapy Core and Service Standards.
- Ensure practice is in accordance with the HCPC and CSP codes of professional conduct and work within limits of competence
- To provide physiotherapeutic assessment, treatment, prognosis and advice to patients who attend the Physiotherapy department for an outpatient appointment.
- To acknowledge your limitations and seek advice and support as required.
- To assess interpret information and identify problems which maybe complex, in partnership with the patient and set agreed and realistic outcomes with patients to achieve an anticipated result.
- Coordinate and monitor the progress of patients within their treatment plan and promptly and effectively communicate relevant changes in patient status to the referring source with patient consent.
- Check operation notes in detail to ensure correct protocol followed and correct advice and exercises given. If in doubt to liaise with the allocated consultant.
- Contribute to the development of outpatient Physiotherapy practice based on published research and audit data.
- To work accurately to maintain a high standard of physiotherapy and to keep patient waiting time to a minimum in order to comply with standards of quality
- To work in clinical settings as an independent practitioner without immediate support of colleagues.
- To be prepared to train and work in the various speciality areas of the department including temporary ward cover if appropriate and assist with fitting of equipment.
- Provide the highest quality of patient care at all times, understanding and complying with all departmental policies, procedures and protocols.
- Participate in out of hours duties, being prepared to cover shifts at short notice
- Contribute to the education of other healthcare professionals, colleagues and students on Physiotherapy.
- To appropriately manage the unplanned and frequent interruptions to the clinic schedule from third parties
- To be responsible and accountable for the actions and quality of own work.
- Ensure that all staff adheres to hospital policies and the principles of their professional body.
- To assist in ensuring all equipment is checked on a regular basis and assist in the care of all equipment within the department ensuring that cleanliness is maintained and that all equipment faults are reported immediately to a supervisory person.
- Ensure the promotion of the safety of patients, staff and visitors and identify and address potential risks.
- Support the manager in providing a comprehensive service, using initiative to meet and organise the demands of the service.
- Participate in the investigation of complaints, adverse events and patient feedback pertinent to the service.
- To create and maintain good working relationships with all members of the Physiotherapy Department, working positively to develop a cohesive team.
If you would like to discuss this great opportunity, please call Alison on 0207 045 3327