Physiotherapist

To be responsible for a clinical caseload and ensuring that the patient receives appropriate treatment to a high professional standard.

To remain legally accountable for all aspects of own work.

Work under the supervision of a Senior Physiotherapist and/or Line Manager.

Undertake comprehensive assessment of patients with diverse and complex presentations/multi-pathologies using clinical reasoning skills and physical assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis for the physio therapeutic management of their condition seeking support from senior colleagues as appropriate.

Take delegated responsibility from senior therapists for managing and treating patients with particular conditions.

Demonstrates sensitive and appropriate handling during the assessment process.

Formulate treatment plans and set goals in collaboration with the patient, carers and other team members, that are specific, measurable, achievable and relevant, with specified timeframe (SMART).

Select appropriate treatment techniques, this may include facilitation of normal movement, therapeutic handling, gait re‑education, chest physiotherapy, etc.

Monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.

Work closely with members of the multi‑disciplinary team, to ensure optimal outcomes for the patient.

To provide advice, teaching and instruction to patient, relatives and carers regarding their medical management and care needs to ensure a consistent approach to patient care, whilst promoting understanding of the aims of physiotherapy.

To prioritise and manage the clinical and non‑clinical responsibilities, of the post on a daily basis.

To be responsible for the safe use of equipment used within the therapy department, PPM’s are done according to the scheduled dates and report all malfunctioning equipment to Biomed.

Demonstrate safe airway clearance techniques, using the Airway clearance vest and CPT techniques in accordance with the guidelines formulated.

Carries out any procedure using an Aseptic Non Touch Technique safely, consistently, independently and effectively.

To use the following modalities in a safe and independent manner:
Physical agent modalities, Electrotherapy modalities, Therapeutic Tub, Paraffin Wax Bath, Serial Casting and the Mobiliser if applicable.

Demonstrates clear and accurate documentation.

Completes relevant documentation to the required standard (eg., medical record , statistical information, referral letters/discharge summaries, monthly Daman reports).

Complies with organizational protocols and communication – completes MDT Initial screening within 72 hours;
Initial Assessments – within 7 days of admission and Reassessments – every 12‑16 weeks.