Physiotherapist Front Door and Admitting areas

Job overview

This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.

This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience in the Front Door and Admitting areas of of Emergency  in the acute setting. The vacancy is a static post, covering front door areas at Treliske Hospital. You may also be asked to support the wider Medical and Eldercare Physio team.

You will work closely with Occupational Therapy colleagues and the wider MDT in this specialist area and be supported by the Band 7 Physiotherapy Team Lead.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard Physiotherapy service to patients at Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust. To provide specialist assessment, treatment, and goal setting of patients on the wards or in an out-patient setting. Some patients may have complex and/or chronic presentations. To determine clinical diagnosis and Physiotherapy treatment indicated. To maintain records as an autonomous practitioner. You will highly develop specialist skills under the guidance of the Senior staff. To provide clinical cross cover within your team as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead. To attend clinical level discussions / meetings relating to your area of work as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

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We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.