At a Glance
- Tasks: Help vulnerable individuals regain their abilities through tailored rehabilitation plans.
- Company: Join Elysium Healthcare at The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and comprehensive wellbeing support.
- Other info: Access to ongoing training and a dynamic multidisciplinary team.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on lives while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Physiotherapy degree, HCPC registration, and 2 years of experience required.
The predicted salary is between 44000 - 44000 £ per year.
Job Description
As a Physiotherapist, you help some of the most vulnerable do things they couldn't do before.
Join The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucesterand enjoy a rewarding career where your expertise makes meaningful change happen.
As a Physiotherapist, you are responsible for devising, developing, delivering and updating individualised rehabilitation and/or therapy/support plans with peer support and supervision.
You will be required to provide support, guidance and training to therapy and care assistants.
You will provide ongoing treatment, monitoring and support to service users' physical needs which will see you identify and source specialist equipment and advise on mobility and use of equipment.
With a strong emphasis on teamwork, you'll receive support from a regional network of healthcare professionals and enjoy access to a variety of training courses to support you reach your career goals.
As a Physiotherapist you will be
- Supporting and assisting qualified staff in the assessment, planning and implementation of patient rehabilitation care.
- Responsible for the delivery of Physiotherapy services to residents, in liaison with the Head of Therapies.
- Providing professional leadership in all aspects of Physiotherapy following the principles of clinical governance and in accordance with the code of professional conduct as required by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
- Working as a member of the multidisciplinary Neuro care team.
- Responsible and accountable for physiotherapy assessments and treatment of highly complex neurological conditions.
- Implementing and evaluating individual treatment and rehabilitation plans liaising with other relevant agencies as appropriate.
- Utilising effective clinical reasoning skills and evidenced based practice to develop individualised care plans.
- Delivering a high standard of clinical care and maintain service delivery at St Neots Hospital by flexible, effective and efficient prioritisation based on clinical judgement.
- Selecting and applying standardised and non-standardised Physiotherapy and other professional assessment tools to ensure effective treatment.
- Participating in collecting and analysing clinical audit data and use of relevant outcome measures.
- Carrying out clinical risk assessment and complete risk management plans.
- Identifying and sourcing specialist equipment for all residents with complex physical needs that require use of non-standard items.
To be successful in this role, you will need
- A Physiotherapy degree
- To be a registered member of the HCPC
- Up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practice in the field of Physiotherapy
- Working knowledge of regulatory frameworks and regulatory body inspection processes and documentation
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- At least 2 years experience
- Where you will be working
The Dean Neurological Centre has 60 beds in Gloucester (GL2 9EE), which is on the outskirts of the town within easy commute from Gloucester, Cheltenham and surrounding villages.
The Centre delivers specialist 24-hour nursing and therapy services for people with complex long-term neurological conditions who require ongoing support and assistance to maximise functional ability.
It specialises in slow stream rehabilitation where the emphasis is placed on maximising each individual's abilities, comfort and quality of life.
Bedrooms are fitted with high dependency equipment, including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment., with all rooms adapted to individual requirements.
There are also well-equipped therapy facilities and other facilities such as gardens, gym and minibus.
What You'll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
- Annual salary of up to £44,000
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including
Specialist Physiotherapist in Cheltenham employer: APPLY GATEWAY LTD
Elysium Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering a rewarding career as a Specialist Physiotherapist at The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional development, employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, a generous annual leave package, and a supportive work culture that prioritises wellbeing. The Centre's state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to maximising the quality of life for residents create a fulfilling environment for those dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with complex neurological conditions.
