Our client is a well-established independent therapy service based in Wigan consisting of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy. They provide rehabilitation to clients with Acquired Brain Injury and other long term Neurological conditions within Residential Rehabilitation Unit's across the Northwest region.
Our client prides themselves on their ethos of working in an interdisciplinary manner in order to maximise the functional potential of their client group. They have been established for 15 years and are looking to grow their team in order to meet their growing caseload.
They are looking for a passionate, motivated, and self-driven Private Neurological Physiotherapist to provide high-quality physiotherapy services in clinical units across the North West region. The ideal candidate will be driven, keen to progress and have experience in the assessment and treatment of Neurological conditions within both the community and inpatient setting. Being up to date on evidence-based practice and providing a client-centred, personable approach to care is essential.
The role of the Neurological Physiotherapist:
Actively participate in the Physiotherapy input for all clients regardless of the setting.
Complete all new client assessments in line with codes of professional conduct.
Attend review meetings and delegate appropriately to junior staff as and when applicable.
Attend review meetings as required.
Attend MDT meetings and feedback to team.
Provide custom made Smart goals for each client.
SMART assessment and to provide treatment for appropriate clients.
Assessment of clients with Neurological and other long term enduring conditions.
To provide specialist Neurological Physiotherapy input to people with a variety of neurological and other complex conditions.
To provide Physiotherapy input into management of clients with highly complex needs.
To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.
To provide Physiotherapy input into comprehensive interdisciplinary assessment / treatment / discharge.
To discuss services and treatment options to potential clients and / or their relatives / carers.
To provide comprehensive assessment / costing / rehabilitation potential reports including recommendations for case managers, insurers, Primary Care Trusts, private organisations and local authorities.
To ensure that clients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their rehabilitation plans wherever possible.
To provide support, consultation and advice on relevant therapy issues to clients, support staff and carers.
To contribute to the management of complex cases, ensuring co-ordination of services involved such as health, social, statutory and voluntary services.
To adapt practice to meet individual clients' circumstances, including due regard for cultural, social, and linguistic differences in addition to their cognitive and physical disabilities.
To demonstrate a high level of clinical effectiveness by use of evidence based practice.
Qualifications required for the Neurological Physiotherapist:
A recognised degree in Physiotherapy and valid registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
CSP Membership (optional)
Full UK driving License with Business insurance (essential)
DBS (enhanced) essential
Proven experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and customers.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously and independently as well as part of a small team.
A commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.
Right to work in the UK
A car driver with access to their own vehicle is essential for the role.
What you will receive in return:
Competitive salary of between £21 and £27 per hour depending on experience
Work based pension
Car sharing and mileage reimbursement
6 weeks of annual leave Pro rata
Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Access to ongoing training and resources to enhance your skills.
A rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on clients' lives.
If you are a compassionate and motivated physiotherapist seeking a fulfilling role in Neurological Rehabilitation, and want to know more about the role, we would love to hear from you! Please attach your CV to the link provided and we will be in direct contact
Salary description
£21.00 - £27.00 per hour