Static Care of Elderly Physiotherapist

Job overview

East Surrey Hospital Physiotherapy Department is a friendly, forward-thinking and innovative department with a well-established Clinical Governance programme and a focus on developing staff.

The Care of the Elderly Team is responsible for the assessment, management and discharge planning of a varied and diverse clinical caseload across a range of areas. The care of the elderly team works closely with the MDT sharing clinical governance and training across the disciplines. It has a focus on quality of life for patients and quality of care.

We are looking for: •    A physiotherapist who has completed their junior rotations and is ready to take on increased responsibility; or, a senior physiotherapist interested in specialising or in expanding their role •    A physiotherapist who has experience working within the acute setting, managing a wide range of medical patients including the acutely unwell, discharge planning and liaising with other agencies •    Flexibility in working practice within an evolving and expanding team •    A physiotherapist interested in developing their skills in supervision and leadership

Main duties of the job

For further information, please see the attached trust job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Once you understand the requirements outlined in the advert, please ensure your application accurately reflects where you match them.  For further information regarding the role please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification.