Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen due to the opening of new modular wards at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.
The successful candidate will work within the medical team (known as MERRIT) to provide highly specialist therapy to the medical wards. The team consists of other occupational therapists, physiotherapists and therapy support workers.
We are looking for a highly skilled Physiotherapist who demonstrates a passion for delivering high quality assessment and treatments. The post includes involvement in the in-service training rota as well as clinical supervision of both therapy staff and students.
Participation in the on call respiratory out of hours service and weekend respiratory, orthopaedic and discharge rotas will be expected.
All of our Physiotherapists receive supervision and mentorship from a member of our highly specialist team who will offer direction in terms of clinical and leadership development.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will;
work with a diverse range of inpatients, many with complex conditions.
deliver comprehensive assessment, re-assessment, treatment planning and delivery of treatments
be a skilled communicator
demonstrate clear clinical reasoning when prioritising their caseload
be willing to supporting colleagues
participate in the out of hours respiratory on call rota.
We encourage prospective candidates to contact us for further information regarding this exciting opportunity and we welcome anyone wishing to visit us to meet the excellent staff working within the service.
Working for your organisation
The Therapy centre is committed to the SaTH’s overall vision to provide excellent care for the communities we serve. As a member of the Therapy Services Team your contribution to the profession of Occupational Therapy will be integral in enabling patients to receive holistic assessment to enable them to recover and be discharged from the hospital environment.
We believe in developing clinical and leadership skills at all levels and support all our Physiotherapists in having dedicated time to supporting professional activity (SPA). Your SPA time will include and is not limited to: clinical supervision, opportunity to attend internal and external training relevant to your role and career aspirations and participation in service development opportunities.
With excellent transport links to our beautiful and diverse counties Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin offers great lifestyle opportunities as well as a friendly, family feel.
