Job Purpose
Provide physiotherapy and FES to neurological patients including stroke, MS, SCI, CP, TBI, HSP and other upper motoneuron conditions attending the National Clinical FES Centre outpatient service. The service provides Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) for clients with neurological impairment and includes the application of FES to assist walking and upper limb function as well as other specialist applications. Clients are mainly NHS funded with some privately funded patients.
Deliver training and mentorship to FES clinicians through OML FES accreditation courses; conferences and exhibitions. To be an advocate for FES as a valuable adjunct in the management of patients with neurological conditions to optimise wellbeing, independence and quality of life.
Assist with the development and assessment of new FES techniques and bring them to clinical service. To participate in ongoing research projects of OML.
Job Structure
Reporting to the Specialist Physio Lead. After training, the Specialist Physiotherapist will be working as an autonomous clinician. There is no on call requirement, and only occasional weekend teaching commitment. Some travel will be required for attendance at conferences, exhibitions and other FES clinics. A limited amount of flexible working can be accommodated once all clinical competencies and initial training have been completed.
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire
Employment type: Full time
Salary: £38,815 - £43,733 (Depending on experience)
Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.
(Relocation assistance may be available following successful completion of probation).
Duties & responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities:
- Assess and treat a caseload of FES patients and maintain associated records as an autonomous practitioner (following extensive induction and training to attain FES competencies).
- To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of own work including managing clinical risk.
- Carry out assessment and treatment of patients as an autonomous practitioner using clinical reasoning skills.
- Deliver clinical support to clinicians using FES in external clinics and hospitals.
- Complete Individual Funding Request forms which assist in gaining funding for patients appropriate for FES.
- To be responsible for maintenance of accurate written records using clinical pathways and use of computerised data collection and records and comprehensive progress/discharge reports to GPs and ICBs.
- To be able to manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional situations in an empathetic manner as they arise.
Education and Mentorship
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Specialist Physiotherapist in Salisbury employer: Odstock Medical Limited
At Odstock Medical Ltd (OML), we pride ourselves on being a leading MedTech innovator dedicated to transforming lives through advanced rehabilitation technology. Our collaborative and forward-thinking culture fosters continuous learning and empowers employees to take ownership of their careers, while our commitment to improving patient outcomes ensures that every team member contributes to meaningful advancements in healthcare. Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire, OML offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) therapy, with access to professional development and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and adults with neurological conditions.
