Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist

We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist who is eager to learn with extensive post-graduate professional development in Neurological physiotherapy and experience in intensive care to join our dedicated physiotherapy team here at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth.

The inpatient therapies team at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth provides specialist assessment and treatment to patients admitted to the wards when clinically indicated. Our aim is to deliver evidence-based high quality care which is achieved through a clear governance strategy service planning development and multidisciplinary team working.

Located in leafy St Johns Wood on the Jubilee line minutes from Central London our independent private Hospital has just been rated the number one in the country for care in the latest Bupa survey. Uniquely all profits fund our onsite Hospice St Johns.

Am I the right person for this Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist role

• BSc (hons) degree in Physiotherapy or diploma or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration for physiotherapy
• Evidence of post graduate professional development in the medical physiotherapy specialism
• Evidence of working at experienced Band 6 level and above
• Relevant experience in: Neuro rehabilitation (e.g. stroke neurological conditions)
• Experience in intensive care
• Experience of working across different inpatient specialties e.g. orthopaedic respiratory neurological post-surgical.
• Extensive experience of MDT working within neuro rehab settings

What are the Responsibilities of this Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist role

• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own professional activities in line with the standards of the Hospital department Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• To have overall accountability for the planning and management of a complex caseload including but not limited to neuro rehabilitation patients with complex neurological deficits.
• To utilise specialist level clinical reasoning to assess and treat:
• Patients with acquired stroke and other common neurological conditions
• To provide goal-oriented neuro rehabilitation promoting functional independence and long-term recovery.
• To demonstrate a strong understanding of clinical governance particularly within neuro rehabilitation settings.
• Responsible for managing own time effectively
• Complies with HCPC CSP codes of ethics and professional conduct national guidelines and hospital policies and procedures.

Why apply for this role as Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist

At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training we offer our employees a wide range of benefits;

When you become part of the HJE Family these are some of the benefits you will receive:

• Private healthcare scheme worth up to 20000 per year
• 27 days annual leave
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free eye check-up vouchers with contribution towards lenses
• Free newspaper and media subscriptions
• Local Business discounts
• Discount in our Hospice Charity shop
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Free Cinema Society Membership offering discounted tickets
• Personal development and training courses
• Annual events and recognition awards
• Career progression and increments

If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.