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Band 6 Frailty Physiotherapist

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Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Sep 7

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Kingston upon Hull

AI generated summary

  • You must have acute and community experience, knowledge of frailty syndrome, teamwork skills, desire for varied caseload, willingness for training, and value for supervision and appraisal.
  • You will assess and discharge patients, manage a varied caseload, collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, and enhance skills through training, with potential rotations between teams.

Requirements

  • - Good acute and community experience in a variety of acute medical presentations and pathologies
  • - Experience with patients presenting with frailty syndrome
  • - Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • - Keen to keep a varied caseload at band 6 level
  • - Looking to further expand knowledge and skills
  • - Willingness to participate in in-service training
  • - Value supervision and appraisal

Responsibilities

  • - Work as part of the multidisciplinary team to assess and discharge patients in a timely and appropriate manner with involvement and referrals to our community services.
  • - Keep a varied caseload at band 6 level.
  • - Expand knowledge and skills through in-service training and supervision.
  • - Participate in the opportunity for this post to be either static within the Frailty Team or rotational between Frailty Team and Care of the Elderly Inpatient wards.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Band 6 Frailty Physiotherapist role?

The main focus of the role is to assess and discharge patients presenting with frailty syndrome as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring timely and appropriate care.

What experience is required for this position?

Candidates should have good acute and community experience with a variety of acute medical presentations and pathologies, especially related to frailty syndrome.

Will I have the opportunity to work in different settings?

Yes, there are opportunities to work in community settings across the Frailty pathway, and the role may be either static within the Frailty Team or rotational between the Frailty Team and Care of the Elderly Inpatient wards.

Is there support for professional development?

Yes, the team actively encourages in-service training and recognizes the value of supervision and appraisal to further expand your knowledge and skills.

Who can I contact for further details or an informal visit?

You can contact Jacqui Holmes, the Operational Lead for Inpatient Physiotherapy, via email at jacqui.holmes4@nhs.net or by phone at 07824090905.

What kind of team environment can I expect?

You can expect to join a friendly and supportive team that values collaboration and teamwork in providing care for patients with frailty.

What is Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust known for?

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust cares for more than half a million patients a year and was rated “Outstanding” for overall quality and leadership by the national Care Quality Commission regulator in 2018.

How many beds does Kingston Hospital have?

Kingston Hospital has approximately 350 beds.

What outpatient services are provided by Kingston Hospital?

The trust runs several outpatient clinics in the community, including locations in Raynes Park, Surbiton, Queen Mary's Roehampton, and Teddington.

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Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1993
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides acute and specialized healthcare services to the community of Kingston upon Thames and surrounding areas. Their mission is to offer high-quality, compassionate care that meets the needs of patients and improves their health outcomes. Their purpose is to deliver exceptional medical care, support patient recovery, and enhance the overall well-being of those they serve.