Rehabilitation Physiotherapist - Band 5

Job summary

This is a 12 month Fixed term Band 5 post - inpatient rehabilitation (22.5 hours per week)

This is an exciting opportunity for a registered Band 5 Physiotherapist to join the high performing MDT at the Fred and Ann Green Rehabilitation Centre based at Montagu Hospital, part of Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust .

The Fred and Ann Green Rehabilitation centre is a purpose built unit on the journey to achieving centre of excellence status. Facilities within the centre include 2 inpatient wards in addition to a dedicated outpatient department, assessment rooms and a state of the art rehabilitation gym.

This post offers a great opportunity for the successful applicant to extend their skills and knowledge within the the exciting field of inpatient rehabilitation.

We have a 12 month fixed term post available based within the Fred and Ann Green Rehabilitation Centre.

The physiotherapy service across Doncaster and Bassetlaw undertakes a number of out of hours services, including on-call. The post holder will be assessed for suitability to support one of these services.

Please note, the vacancy may close early if the maximum number of applications is received.

Main duties of the job

As a physiotherapist working within the rehabilitation service at DBTH, you will be a valued member of the team, providing high quality care to patients, in a professional and compassionate manner. You will be able to contribute ideas and support clinical initiatives in order to provide evidence based patient care.

The department is committed to a CPD programme including monthly one to one supervision with an experienced Band 6 Physiotherapist.

Applicants must have a qualification in Physiotherapy and hold current registration with the HCPC (this can be pending). Experience of working within an inpatient rehabilitation service is desirable. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential and a positive approach to problem solving.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

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Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Registered healthcare professional (HCPC) or student due to qualify as a healthcare professional (HCPC)
• Degree in physiotherapy or MSc with licence to practice physiotherapy or working towards

Desirable

• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience in a broad range of clinical placements/specialties
• Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience working in an inpatient MDT rehabilitation environment

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Competent IT skills
• Ability to keep accurate and legible patient records
• Good communication and listening skills with an understanding of the needs of people with disabilities and their carers
• Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services
• Ability to comprehend and work within Trust policies to meet the differing needs of patients and carers, include Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety

Desirable

• Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues