Senior Physiotherapist - UPMC Aut Even
Location: Aut Even Hospital
Job type: Fixed Term
Overview of role:
To provide high-quality physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation services to Orthopaedic patients both in-patient and out-patients.
To lead and deliver out-patient orthopaedic and general musculo-skeletal physiotherapy services while also providing general physiotherapy care for orthopaedic in-patients.
This role combines clinical expertise with service development and leadership responsibilities for out-patient services (post op-orthopaedic and general musculo-skeletal).
The post holder will be responsible for leading physiotherapy care to Musculoskeletal- orthopaedic patients at UPMC Aut Even in accordance with ISCP and WCPT (European Region) core standards, guidelines and best physiotherapy practice.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Key
Responsibilities specific to Pelvic Health Leadership &
Inpatient/Outpatient
Pelvic Health Specialisation
Provide expert assessment and treatment for orthopaedic patients
Develop and implement evidence-based protocols for post-operative
orthopaedic surgeries.
Leadership & Service Development
Lead and develop the physiotherapy out-patient service, ensuring
high standards of clinical care.
Mentor and supervise junior staff in out-patient.
Contribute to strategic planning for orthopaedic services within
the hospital.
Inpatient & Outpatient Care
Deliver physiotherapy services to Orthopaedic, medical and
surgical patients as required.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and discharge
planning.
Education & Research
Provide patient education and staff training on Musculo
skeletal/orthopaedic topics both in the hospital and in the community.
Engage in clinical audits and research to advance service quality.
Link with colleagues in other hospitals to align services.
Governance
Maintain CORU registration and adhere to hospital policies and
clinical governance standards.
Patient Partnership and
Respect for the Individual:
To have awareness
that the patient is central to the physiotherapeutic relationship.
At all
times the physiotherapist approach must be considerate, professional and
informative.
The older nature of the medical patient must be a key
consideration in approach to care.
Informed Consent:
To understand that
the nature and the existence of comorbidity in the patients is a key
consideration in patients consent to treatment.
Relevant information
written/verbal regarding of any proposed physiotherapy must be age appropriate
and suited to the emotional and cognitive needs and abilities of the
patient.
Where necessary involvement of carers, guardians, other
colleagues or health professionals involved in the care of the patient may
be necessary.
Information to be documented as appropriate.
Confidentiality:
To ensure that all
information shared with the physiotherapist is private and treated in the
strictest confidence.
Any sharing of information between health
professionals that may be of benefit to the patient is discussed with the
patient.
Assessment and Treatment
Cycle:
To collate
information from the patient, carers, and collaboration with other health
professionals caring for the patient.
Where possible the information
should reflect and represent the value and needs of the patient and their
carers.
At every stage of the patient journey information should be shared
with the patient, carer and other relevant health professionals.
To provide
effective physiotherapy intervention and treatment options are based on
best available evidence including research, national and international
standards, local practice guidelines, information obtained from outcome
measures used and reflection of physiotherapists own practice.To use appropriate
assessment tools, documentation and standardised outcome measures where
possible.
The patient should be informed of their use and any findings or
conclusions reached.
To form an
appropriate treatment plan based on the assessment findings and in
partnership with the patient.
The older nature and co-morbidities of these
patients
must be a key consideration at this stage.
Treatment plans should be
evaluated, changed and evolved as required.
To ensure that on
completion of treatment there is evidence of discharge or transfer of care
in accordance with local procedures.
To ensure that at
all stages of the patient journey there is clear, concise, effective
communication appropriate to and involving the patient and all
stakeholders.
To ensure a
written record at all stages of the assessment and treatment cycle with
adherence to local, national and international standards of documentation.
To ensure
effective handover/continuation of patient care as necessary to cover
absence, illness, out of hours service.
All appropriate systems of work,
local guidelines, policies and standards must be adhered to.
All necessary
information concerning the patient must be considered and the change of
therapist should be discussed with the patient.
Confidentiality is always
adhered to.
To ensure patient
and physiotherapist safety i.e. patients are treated in an environment
safe for patients, physiotherapists and carers.
This includes knowledge of
the risk management programme, adherence to local infection control and
hand hygiene standards, implementation of learned manual handling skills
to your work area.
The physiotherapist must ensure any equipment used is
safe, fit for purpose and is not a risk to the patient, career or
physiotherapists safety.
To take
responsibility for own learning and development needs using continual self-assessment
to ensure safe and effective clinical practice to patients in a rapidly
changing healthcare environment and service.
Overarching responsibilities of the Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
post:Keep informed of any changes to the hospital's strategic plan to ensure local work practices where relevant reflect these.
Facilitate and encourage continuous quality improvement within the orthopaedic physiotherapy service provision as part of the wider hospital strategic framework.
Assist new and existing physiotherapy staff to orientate, maintain and upskill in the care of orthopaedic and musculoskeletal patients in accordance with current evidence based best practice.
This is done as part of the physiotherapy department in-service programme and in clinical practice at ward level where necessary.
Attend training programmes, conferences and meetings as required in the attainment of effective and efficient patient service delivery.
Report back to staff/manager any changes in best practice following the attendance on study days.
Collaborate with the Physiotherapy Manager and other hospital managers in developing a thorough understanding of and contribution orthopaedic Physiotherapists role in the accreditation process at UPMC Aut Even.
Ensure training needs mandatory and otherwise are met in order to provide the optimum standard of service.
Engagement with the UPMC Engagement and Competency reviews on a quarterly and annual basis.
Ensure familiarity with Fire Regulations of the hospital.
Audit
and Research:
To evaluate
current research in physiotherapy and specifically in the field orthopaedics.
Make recommendations for implementation in practice as appropriate.
Undertake clinical audits and literature
reviews specific to physiotherapy to ensure the provision of best clinical
practice to medical patients.
To initiate and
participate in projects/audits with other health care professionals as
required to improve the multi-disciplinary patient care
Accreditation:
Will familiarise
themselves with policies, procedures and guidelines directly related to
their clinical care and area.
Assist in the writing
and review of policies, procedures and guidelines under the direction of
the chapter lead/ department manager.
Quality & Safety- Safe Culture:
Quality and safety are rooted in the daily work of all individuals
at UPMC Aut EvenHospital As an employee you are required to actively
participate throughout your working day in the pursuit of excellence.
You are required to work in conjunction with your line manager in
the planning, monitoring, analysing and improvement of all quality
programmes.
Participate in the development of performance
indicators in conjunction with your department manager and the business
objectives.
Personnel:
Follow uniform policy reference.
General:
Through the course of the working day or
week there may be a requirement to work in other areas of the hospital in
line with patient requirements as requested by your line manager/ deputy.
Staff must produce satisfactory
documentary evidence of all training and experience claimed by them, if
required to do so by the organisation.
To respect the Mission Statement of the
Hospital.
Health & Safety
UPMC employees are required to ensure that
they take reasonable care to protect their own safety, health and welfare
and that of any other person who may be affected by their acts or
omissions.
Employees must co-operate with UPMC
Hospitals to ensure safety, health and welfare at work and report anything
potentially dangerous at work of which they become aware.
Staff are
expected to abide by guidelines/policies and all incidents and near
misses.
All employees are required to attend an
education session on Fire, Health & Safety on an annual basis
Information Governance
In the course of your employment, you may have access to or
hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of patients and /
or staff.
Such records and information are strictly confidential, unless acting
on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information
concerning staff or patients be divulged or discussed except in the performance
of normal duty.
In addition, records must never be left in such a manner that
unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody
when no longer required
Professional
Standards and Engagement & Competency Process
You will be required to engage
with the Engagement and Competency Process for any advances.
The role
competencies will change each year with some being added or taken away as
appropriate.
Below are the basic competencies required:
Role
Competencies Senior Physiotherapist plus Pelvic Health
Advanced assessment and treatment orthopaedic and Musculo-skeletal issues.
Leadership in orthopaedic out-patient service development and staff mentoring.
Delivery of physiotherapy care for inpatient and outpatient orthopaedic cases (e.g., post-op hip/knee replacements).
Development of evidence-based protocols for orthopaedic rehabilitation.
Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings for orthopaedic patients.
Provision of patient education on orthopaedic and post-surgical recovery.
Deliver community education on orthopaedic and general musculo-skeletal conditions.
Engagement in clinical audits and research for orthopaedics.
Adherence to CORU standards and hospital governance requirements.
Annual competencies - Core Mandatory:
Fire Safety (Annually)
Infection Control (Annually)
Radiation Safety (Annually)
Manual Handling / Patient Handling / Theatre Specific Refresher
Basic Life Support (Biannually)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Biannually if applicable)
Medication Management
Musculoskeletal CPD (Annual)
Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Updates (Annual)
In addition to the above, keep up to date with the ISCP
guidance on the career progression pathway.
Qualifications & Experience:
Skills Essential to the Post:
Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with other disciplines.
Basic PC/IT Skills.
Display awareness and appreciation of the service users by having a professional, considerate, informative and at all times respectful approach to work.
Demonstrate flexibility with regards to work duties and work patterns.
Willingness to take on additional responsibility as required.
Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills.
Excellent Time Management Skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication
Qualifications:
BSc Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
Desirable
Post registration MSc
Membership of ISCP
Member of a relevant ISCP special interest group
Experience:
A minimum of four years clinical experience with a proven track record working with a broad spectrum of patients from MSK, orthopaedic, Neurology and Respiratory.
Demonstrate high level knowledge of evidence-based practice in the management of Orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions.
Job Specific Competencies and Knowledge:
Evidence of and commitment to continued professional development and lifelong learning
Knowledge of the Irish Private Hospital Setting.
Understanding and
experience of audit and clinical effectiveness.
Personal Competencies:
Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with other disciplines.
Willingness to take on additional responsibility as required.
Demonstrate effective problem solving skills
Excellent Time Management Skills
The rate and pace of change in the health services is such that the
post-holder will be required to update their knowledge and skills to fit the
changing requirements of the service.
Therefore, this job description is
an outline of the current broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should
not be regarded as a comprehensive listing.
It will be reviewed and
updated in line with future needs.
Confidentiality
In the course of your employment you may have
access to, or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of
patients and / or staff.
Such records and information are strictly
confidential, unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no
account must information concerning staff or patients be divulged or discussed
except in the performance of normal duty.
In addition records must never be
left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and
must be kept in safe custody when no longer required.
The above Job Description is not intended to be
a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder
may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be
assigned to him / her from time to time and to contribute to the development of
the post while in office.
Equal
Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees.
At UPMC we provide a total rewards program
that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities
for all our colleagues.
Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay
and premium pay where applicable.
Benefits –
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents.
Competitive Pension
Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times.
Critical Illness cover
for all employees up to the age of 66.
Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of
UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days.
Flexible
working opportunities to support you to work around external family
commitments.
Development
and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach
their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About
UPMC
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In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since
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Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in
Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny.
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