Senior Physiotherapist - Rheumatology

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Royal Berkshire Nhs Foundation Trust, Reading

Posted 2 days ago, 19 Dec | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 895dd096bb4040e1820c9f1d13853b06

To be responsible for the efficient, effective and safe physiotherapeutic management of patients within RBFT.
To receive referrals and independently assess and treat own caseload of patients, ensuring evaluation and progression of treatment programmes to a high standard, and in line with National and Trust clinical guidelines, protocols and pathways where they exist
To have clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients, and prioritise that work efficiently taking into account clinical and service priorities, using clinical knowledge to underpin decisions
To formulate and deliver specialist individual physiotherapy treatment programmes for MSK and Rheumatology patients based on clinical knowledge of current practice, evidence based practice and treatment options, using clinical assessment and reasoning skills.
To have knowledge of a range of treatment skills relevant to the management of patient's conditions, including transfer assessments, function, and provision of advice, education and support. To provide physiotherapy to patients individually, or as a group
To use theoretical and practical knowledge to advice, guide and teach peers in the assessment and management of patients and other aspects of clinical care, including record keeping.

Are you a dynamic individual with an interest in Rheumatology?