Role Summary
Are you ready to progress your career in Neurorehab? Or are you a Neuro specialist physiotherapist looking for a leadership opportunity and better work-life balance in an innovative trust and research active team? If so, this might be the post for you.
Join a team of dynamic, progressive and dedicated therapists. Be invested in, supported, and given the opportunities to continue to learn and develop as a specialist therapist and leader so that you are able to succeed in your role and progress your career.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
The Neuro rehab service is made up of a pathway of teams and services working across in-patient (Staples acute and rehab Stroke and Neuro ward), community (Integrated community stroke service) and outpatient settings to provide specialist, evidence-based Neuro rehab to patients following stroke or other neurological diagnosis.
The current vacancy is based on the Inpatient Acute and Rehab Stroke and Neurorehab Unit. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work as part of a large dynamic MDT alongside an AHP consultant and other advanced practitioners to facilitate service delivery and development. The service works closely with the regional Integrated Stroke Delivery Network (ISDN).
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wishes to develop their clinical leadership skills and broaden their experience in stroke. The successful candidate will not only work autonomously undertaking specialist advanced assessments and treatment of patients with diverse and complex acute Stroke and neurological presentations, but also support a group of registered and unregistered staff and provide clinical leadership to that team, ensuring the provision of a high standard therapy service as well as developing and expanding clinical practice in stroke. There is a commitment to MDT service delivery and improvement. The post holder will have the opportunity for active participation in service evaluation and quality improvement projects. To support this the post- holder will have a strong knowledge of current evidence in Stroke and its application to clinical practice using advanced clinical reasoning skills.
The Neurorehab Team is committed to quality improvement for Stroke Rehabilitation. We review our services in line with the latest evidence-based guidelines, monitoring KPI’s and reporting accurately to SSNAP in order to allow accurate bench marking of services both regionally and nationally. A large piece of work has been recently undertaken to update our online patient record system to reflect the requirements of the 2024 SSNAP dataset changes and the post holder will be involved in the ongoing review and adjustment of this.
The Neurorehab service has a proven track record in development of our staff and opportunities for individual CPD and personal development as well as promoting opportunities for career development at all levels. We have number of senior staff trained to MSc level. The Therapy team is at the forefront of innovation and development, in both our services and our people. Within this post you can expect to be invested in, supported and given the tools you need to succeed in your role and progress in your career.
We are a friendly and dedicated team. By joining the department, you will be joining a group of likeminded professionals who aim to rehabilitate patients, support those living with long term conditions and promote health, well-being and independence.
The Neurorehab Team have driven forward the integration agenda, recognising that the combining of our services not only has many benefits for patients and staff but also means that we can be more resilient, sustainable and efficient in our service delivery. We are committed to continuing to deliver a high level of integration across our portfolio of services.
Innovation
Innovation is central to therapies at the Royal Devon, demonstrated by the implementation of several new initiatives and the development of non-traditional roles in recent years including a Research and Innovation Lead. We are not afraid of adopting new techniques, as shown by the introduction of our ultrasound-guided injection therapy in Orthopaedic and Neurology pathways.
To find out more about therapies careers, please take a look at our brochure: https://bit.ly/therapies-N
Work life balance
A healthy work-life balance is essential, and Devon is a great place to enjoy it.
This role is for 22.5 hours per week. Please note that we have a flexible working policy and are happy to discuss suitable options for you and the department.
About North Devon
North Devon offers a scenic and beautiful place to live. The hospital is close to a dramatic coastline and surrounded by green pastures, rugged moors and pockets of woodland. Many of the staff in our department value the opportunity to leave work and be 20 minutes away from a surf or long walk on the beach.
Working Pattern: 3 days a week with weekend working requirements (1 weekend day in 6 weeks). 8-4 plus weekend working and on call requirements.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Catherine Sandbach, Neurorehab Service Lead, on 01271 322 375, Catherine.sandbach@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
