Rotational Physiotherapist, Band 5

at  Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

JOB PURPOSE To work within the Therapy team providing an effective and evidence based service through assessing, planning and implementing treatment programmes. To deliver therapeutic interventions, using the principles of Physiotherapy in an integrated and client-centred way supported by the Therapy Competency Framework. To take on increasing responsibility for personal development and supporting the development and supervision of others by CPD (continuing professional development), linked to appraisal. DIMENSIONS The post holder will have no budget or managerial responsibilities.
They will be expected to progress to supervise and appraise less experienced therapists, support workers and undergraduates, with the support of the team leader. There will also be progression to taking on increasing responsibility for the day to day management of the clinical area, in the absence of more senior staff. The post holder is supervised by a named therapist, although they may not be present at all times. Clinical and professional supervision is in the form of regular clinical reasoning sessions, observed practice, peer review and formal training.
Access to advice and support from specialist therapists is available as required

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