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Advertised role location: Belfast HSCT

Official document: Specialist Band 6 Physiotherapy BHSCT Trauma and Orthopaedics 20 (pdf)

JOB DESCRIPTION

POST: Specialist Physiotherapist Trauma and Orthopaedics

LOCATION: BHSCT

BAND: 6

REPORTS TO: Clinical Lead Physiotherapist

RESPONSIBLE TO: Assistant Service Manager MSK T&O Professional Head of Physiotherapy

Job Summary / Main Purpose

To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide a comprehensive physiotherapy service to patients throughout the Belfast Trust referred to the fracture (in-patient and out-patient service) service, the Major Trauma Unit and orthopaedics.
To manage own caseload utilising evidence based assessments, intervention, evaluation and timely discharge and to provide specialist advice within area of expertise to other staff.
The post holder will be required to provided clinical supervision and training to less experienced staff and help maintain a stimulating learning environment including involvement in the in-service training programme.
In response to continued service development, the post holder will be required to undertake flexible working including extended working , seven day working and on call duties as determined by operational requirements

Main Duties / Responsibilities

Clinical

To prioritise, assess and manage own patient caseload demonstrating specialised skills at a level appropriate to grade and ability to work without direct supervision
To practice in accordance with the standards of clinical practice and professional conduct and contribute to the promotion of evidence based practice
To assist and supervise where required, less experienced staff in the day to day management of their caseload
To contribute to the development and implementation of departmental clinical policies and practices including clinical governance and risk management
To maintain, develop and apply specialised knowledge and skills in area undertaking training as required and to be prepared to utilise these skills in teaching others
Where appropriate, to provide education; advice and support to patients/carers on home management
To provide accurate statistics and maintain professional and administrative records as required by the Trust and Standards of practice
To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and risk management
To be responsible for ensuring that own work and the work of less experienced staff delivers against key performance indicators
To contribute to multi-disciplinary working by effective integrated clinical practice incorporating effective communication through presentations; discharge and transfer report writing; case discussion/conferences; attendance at ward meetings and liaison with community colleagues
To ensure that equipment used by the Physiotherapy Service is properly maintained at all times and in line with Trust policies and guidelines and be responsible for the efficient and effective use of Trust resources
To report and deal with any accident or untoward event which should take place in any area of work where present
To contribute to and participate in identified audit and research projects
To participate in out of hours emergency work as required
In response to continued service development, the post holder will be required to undertake flexible working including extended working , seven day working or on call duties as determined by operational requirements

Professional

To maintain own CPD in order to meet HCPC registration requirements
To maintain and develop level of expertise within the speciality participating in clinical and managerial courses as required
To provide professional verbal and written reports ensuring accurate manual and computer records and statistics are maintained and provided to line manager in a timely fashion in accordance with professional, legal and Trust requirements
To actively liaise with referring agents, patient carers and respective members of the multi-disciplinary groups ensuring methods of information sharing comply with Trust policies and Data Protection Act
To actively maintain and promote a safe environment by following Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and Risk Management
To provide the Team Lead with information and data in relation to service planning, service developments and manpower issues
To maintain knowledge of and adherence to current Government, Trust, Allied Health Professions legislation, strategies, policies, procedures, guidelines and Professional standards

Managerial

To supervise and manage the performance of less experienced staff
To participate in the recruitment and selection process as required

Education and Training

To be involved in the induction of new or less experienced staff onto the area
Participate in the yearly appraisal (PCP/PDP) both as a reviewer and reviewee and conducting supervisory/ peer review/mentoring sessions with less experienced staff to meet identified need
To assist in the identification of training needs and to participate in training programmes leading and developing these where indicated by Clinical or Team lead
To act as an educational resource for other individuals, professionals or agencies requiring support and information

General Responsibilities

At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast Trust’s Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable.
Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.
Comply with the Trust’s Smoke Free Policy.
Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.
Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment.
Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.
Maintain high standards of personal accountability.
Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.

Information Governance

All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt.

For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR

Environmental Cleaning Strategy

The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognises the key principle that “Cleanliness matters is everyone’s responsibility, not just the cleaners” Whilst there

Infection Prevention and Control

This includes:-

Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO ‘5 moments’);
Using the correct ‘7 step’ hand hygiene technique;
Being ‘bare below the elbows’ when in a clinical environment;
Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet);
Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry;
Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.

Personal Public Involvement

Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust’s ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI). Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information. http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf

Clause:

This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE / BAND: Specialist Physiotherapist Band 6 Trauma and Orthopaedics

DEPT / DIRECTORATE: Physiotherapy Acute and Unscheduled Care

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
Registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Minimum of 2 years post registration experience in adults / paediatrics, which must include 1 rotation in the specialist area of MSK, trauma and orthopaedics.
Hold a current full driving licence valid in UK with access to a car or have access to an appropriate means of transport to undertake the duties of the post.
Where disability prohibits driving, this criteria will be waived if the applicant is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

HSC Values

Whilst employees will be expected to portray all the values, particular attention is drawn to the following values for this role

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