Basic Grade Physiotherapist

Blackrock Health

Lucan, Co Dublin
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

About the Hermitage ClinicThe Hermitage Clinic is a 112 bed private hospital in Lucan, West Dublin. Our specialised medical teams provide medical, surgical and advanced radiotherapy care to patients and are supported by the very latest medical technology. The Hermitage Clinic is committed to providing excellence in patient care using state-of-the-art facilities. The Clinic offers an outstanding level of expertise and cutting edge technology. We have the most advanced diagnostic imaging equipment available today, full Cardiological facilities including a Cardiac Catheterisation Suite and Clinical Laboratory servicesThe Physiotherapy Department provides a range of inpatient and outpatient services and this role is important in making a significant contribution, developing and maintaining best practice in Physiotherapy services.About the roleThe Physiotherapy Department provides a range of inpatient and outpatient services and this role is important in making a significant contribution, developing and maintaining best practice in Physiotherapy services.Key responsibilities:Patient Care

Carry a clinical caseload appropriate to the post
Client assessment, development and implementation of individualised treatment plans that are client centred and in line with best practice
Goal setting in partnership with client, family and other team members as appropriate
Ensure that privacy and dignity of the patient is respected at all times.
Communicate and work in co-operation with other team members
Develop effective communication with and provide instruction, guidance and support to service users, family and carers. Maintain good communications with Consultants, General Practitioners and community care team members for early discharge and adequate follow – up.
Document client records in accordance with professional standards and departmental policies
Maintain an accurate record-keeping system to comply with legal requirements, to support clinical studies and to provide information for data collection.
Provide a service in varied locations in line with departmental policy within appropriate time allocation (e.g. clinic, home visits)
Participate in review meetings, case conferences, ward rounds etc. as appropriate
Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance
Seek the advice of relevant personnel when appropriate / as required
Operate within the scope of practice of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists
Keep abreast with current changes in clinical practice by attending in-services, seminars, conferences and post-graduate courses.
To comply with departmental rotational scheme.
Participate in weekend, bank holiday and on-call rota
Attend clinics, team meetings and ward rounds when necessary
Deputise for senior when necessary
Participate in performance management in line with departmental policy
Participate in performance review process with line manager

Learning and Education

Contribute to the requirements of professional practice relevant to Physiotherapy.
Take personal responsibility for own professional development and keep up to date with evidence based practice and research.
Attend and participate in staff development programmes on an ongoing basis.
Assist with the orientation and induction of new staff and be available to provide orientation as deemed necessary, helping them to integrate as members of the Unit team.
Assist in the training of nursing support staff together.
Identify and inform the Learning and Education Team of any training and professional development requirements.
Attend all mandatory training days and ensure that all mandatary training is in date.
Comply with all HR system and policy requirements.

Quality Improvement and Risk Management

Ensure compliance with all relevant Hermitage Medical Clinic guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
Participate in the continuous review and evaluation of policies, guidelines and existing practices through regular audit programmes and review engaging with the multi-disciplinary team where required.
Assist in promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement across the department.
Be aware of the core objectives, standards and key performance indicators for the service and contribute to the monitoring of performance against these standards.
Participate in the requirements of the hospitals accreditation process.
Participate in the requirements of the hospital’s risk management programme.
Promote the delivery of a high standard of care to all patients. Encourage evidence-based practice and assist in the dissemination and implementation of research findings.
Work with members of the Multidisciplinary team in devising Standard Operating Procedures for the development of the Unit.
Assist in ensuring a culture of safety, promoting positive reporting of incidents and near misses; investigate and take remedial action on incidents or near misses involving patients and staff according to hospital policies, protocols and guidelines.

Essential CriteriaQualifications

BSc degree in Physiotherapy
Diploma U.C.D. or Trinity College
ISCP/CORU recognised equivalent to above
Knowledge of the operational procedures in the Physiotherapy Department
Current member of ISCP or CORU
Experience in the areas of orthopaedics, respiratory and neurological physiotherapy

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills
Audit and evaluation
Quality focus
Flexibility and openness to change
Time management
IT skills

Why work with usThe Hermitage Clinic are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the Hermitage Clinic team you can benefit from:

Competitive salary
An Education Support Programme
Development opportunities
Opportunities for career progression
Access to a Pension Scheme
Subsidised Restaurant
Free staff car parking
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance

The Hermitage Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and equality at all levels of the organisation. If you require assistance due to a disability during the recruitment process, please email

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