Specialist Neurological Rotational Physiotherapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our neurological therapy team at The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Trust. The neurological therapy team provide specialist neurological therapy to the Acute Stroke Unit, The Alderbourne Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) and The Daniels Rehabilitation Unit (DRU). The ARU and DRU have 36 neuro-rehab beds and provide level 1 and 2 specialist rehabilitation for North West London and other outer London boroughs.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated physiotherapist to work with a variety of neurological patients, including stroke, SCI and TBI. You will be a valued member of the multidisciplinary team and will be working alongside supportive therapy colleagues. You will have opportunity to gain specialist neurorehabilitation skills and participate in service development.

The neuro therapy team work closely together across the ARU, DRU and TSU. As a member of our well established and integrated team, you will have the opportunity to rotate across the three clinical areas and be actively involved in service delivery across these specialist areas. We are also exploring opportunities for a community rotation into Hillingdon Stroke ESD.

• To independently manage a defined caseload of complex cases, evidencing high level problem solving, reasoning skills and judgement, working without direct supervision.
• To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex physical conditions, to analyse assessment findings and develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
• To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.

Please refer to the attached job description document for the main responsibilities of a Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist.

At The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, our recruitment processes are designed to identify candidates who demonstrate the right skills and values to support our commitment to high-quality care.

Please note that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in applications is monitored. Any misuse that results in an inaccurate representation of a candidate's abilities may affect the outcome of the application. Applicants will be required to declare any use of AI prior to submitting their application.

Once a sufficient number of applications have been received the vacancy may be closed prior to the published closing down date. All contracts are issued under Agenda for Change Terms & Conditions of employment and all posts are subject to appropriate job matching or evaluation process, where indicated. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community to ensure our workforce is representative of the population. Please note that all candidates at risk in London and going through the NHS London Redeployment scheme are to be given priority as part of the recruitment process where their application meets the essential criteria for the role.

Please note: If you do not meet the requirements for the role or have specific registration where required then your application will be automatically rejected.

If you do not hear from within two weeks of the closing date please assume you are unsuccessful.

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