An exciting opportunity has arisen to cover our Band 7's inpatient lead post (as part of maternity cover)on the paediatric wards at the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital in Brighton.
We are a small, supportive, friendly team of physios, who enjoy living by the sea and treating the children and young people of Sussex in a lovely purpose built children's hospital in Brighton.
We are looking for a part time band 7 (or 6 depending on experience), to cover up to 24.5 hours of maternity leave for a year. There may be some flexibility around the days and hours of work depending on the right candidate. This could be considered as a secondment opportunity as well.
The hospital is a busy, acute children's hospital that has a paediatric CCU, surgical ward and a large medical ward, as well as being a paediatric CF specialist centre.
Please do get in touch if you would like to know any further information about the job.
The Successful Post Holder Will
- Lead on the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children and young people from 0-18 years with a with a wide variety, and complexity of conditions presenting to the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital in Brighton.
- Assist and support the team leader with the development of the service
- Work closely with specialist physiotherapists and the MDT to deliver excellent, individualised, patient centred care.
- Undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner, working independently without direct supervision.
- Maintain a CPD portfolio and undertake CPD activities such as attending courses and delivering in-service training.
- Participating in the weekend physio service is also expected as part of this role.
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our
candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lucy Craig Job title: Paediatric Clinical Team Lad Physiotherapist Email address:
[email protected] Telephone number: 01273 523153
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