We are looking for an innovative and creative physiotherapist with a proven track record in, and is passionate about orthopaedics.
The Princess Royal Hospital is looking for a highly motivated senior physiotherapist to join it established team of static and rotational physiotherapists and support workers on the inpatient orthopaedic physiotherapy service.
In heart of Mid Sussex, the Princess Royal is a dedicated fractured hip unit and is also the regional centre for infected joint arthroplasties and complex hip surgery, including elective orthopaedic patients that may require high dependency care post-operatively.
This role would suit a physiotherapist that already has good orthopaedic experience and would like to develop this further, whilst also giving them great leadership opportunities as well.
If you have any questions about the role, you can contact:
James Nixon (Clinical Lead Physiotherapist)
Whilst this post is a substantive whole time equivalent, we are also looking for Bank staff - please apply if looking for Bank hours.
- To provide advanced assessment and treatment for a range of highly complex patients within the orthopaedic patient services.
- To supervise, teach and appraise recently qualified physiotherapists, technicians, assistants, students and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To support the team lead with operational management and deputise in their absence.
- To participate in CPD, IST, audit and evidence-based projects which may include making recommendations for change in practice.
- To participate in the development, planning and evaluation of Orthopaedic services across the Trust.
- To participate in implementation of policy and changes in own clinical area, and to set and monitor standards of practice.
- To participate in the out of hours Orthopaedic services and seven-day service when implemented.
The Post Covers
- Trauma orthopaedic wards and outlying areas, including ITU
- May support elective orthopaedic ward and day case surgery depending on service requirements
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: James Nixon Job title: Clinical Lead Physiotherapist Email address:
[email protected] Telephone number: 01444 441881
Ext 65689
