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Good knowledge of current best practice in physiotherapy in neurology
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Extensive post graduate experience on stroke, neurology and respiratory rotations
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Job overview
Band 7 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist in Stroke and Neurology - (Band 6-7 Development) Annex 21
Newham University Hospital
1 WTE / 37.5hrs per week (Permanent)
Title: Band 7 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist - Stroke and Neurology - Band 6-7 Development Role (Annex 21)
Band: 7
Base: Newham University Hospital (NUH)
Are you a skilled and dedicated Physiotherapist with a passion for Stroke and Neurology rehabilitation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, eager to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives? If so, an exciting opportunity awaits you at Newham University Hospital within Barts Health NHS Trust.
The Role:
An exciting and innovative opportunity for a Band 6 Physiotherapist (PT) to join the Stroke and Neurosciences Therapy Team has come up under the Annex 21 Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions. The role is offered as a 12-month accelerated training and education opportunity to become a Band 7. With successful completion of the competency framework resulting in a permanent position as a Band 7 PT within the Stroke and Neurosciences Team at Newham Hospital.
As per Annex 21, during the 12 months of training, your starting salary represents 75% of the maximum of Band 7. You will remain on 75% pay of the maximum of Band 7 until successful completion of your competencies when you will be moved to 100% of the minimum Band 7 pay.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical abilities, neurological conditions, and rehabilitation needs.
- Develop tailored treatment plans, utilizing evidence-based techniques and therapeutic interventions.
- Deliver one-on-one and group therapy sessions to enhance patients' mobility, coordination, strength, and overall function.
- Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Nurses, to provide holistic care.
- Monitor and evaluate patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Provide education and support to patients and their families, empowering them to actively participate in the rehabilitation process.
- Contribute to the development of departmental policies, protocols, and research initiatives.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Specialist Physiotherapist in Stroke (Band 6-7 Development) Annex 21 with Barts Health NHS Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £58,991 per annum inc (Annex 21). The contract type is Permanent: If Annex 21 competencies are not met within 12 months, then contract will be terminated. The application deadline is 04 Oct 2026.
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