Paediatric Critical Care Physiotherapist • London Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nPaediatric Critical Care Physiotherapist with Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London, United Kingdom\n\n Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist to fill a band 7 post within the cardiorespiratory physiotherapy team at Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced band 6 physiotherapist or band 7 therapist, with a specialist interest in paediatric critical care physiotherapy to join our dynamic, forward thinking, and friendly team. This post will be predominantly based on the cardiac intensive care unit and cardiothoracic ward. The cardiorespiratory physiotherapy team cover CICU/Cardiac, PICU/NICU, long-term ventilation, CF, complex respiratory, ENT, neuromuscular and general surgery. The team consists of two band 8 physiotherapists, six full time band 7s and three rotational band 6 physiotherapists, with a band 4 assistant. Previous paediatric critical care experience is essential. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in the out of hours respiratory physiotherapy service. Main duties of the job To undertake all aspects of your clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work. To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients within the cardiorespiratory unit, and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time 24-hour cover is provided for patients requiring emergency chest physiotherapy. This takes the form of on-call after the normal working day. All staff are expected to undertake overtime duties, as required, which include:o Overnight on call duties (lone working), including bank holidayso Weekend cover, including bank holidayso Weekend Standby, including bank holidays To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through reflective practise and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities by keeping up to date with any new trends and developments, and incorporate them as necessary into your work. To undertake reflective practice and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development commensurate with your level. To represent the trust externally (locally, regionally and nationally) regarding physiotherapy services provided to patients within their clinical area. To work with the cardiorespiratory team and head of service in developing the physiotherapy service About us GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed. We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential Our Always values Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential Degree or equivalent qualification in physiotherapy Health Professionals Council Registration Evidence of CPD, including attendance at relevant postgraduate courses Desirable Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Membership of appropriate clinical interest groups e.g. ACPRC/APCP/PCCS Experience/Knowledge Essential Substantial post graduate experience with at least 3 years in paediatrics, including paediatric critical care Knowledge of general principles of paediatric physiotherapy with advanced knowledge in paediatric cardiorespiratory physiotherapy Experience of managing children with neurodevelopmental impairment and acute neurological disorders Organising physiotherapy input into a relevant, specific clinical unit and contributing to the general running of a physiotherapy department. Supervision of physiotherapists, students and assistants Previous experience of Audit Knowledge of principles of research through practice and experience Desirable Understanding of professional development issues and NHS reform, legal and professional issues of child protection, inclusion, privacy & data protection Skills/Abilities Essential Highly advanced clinical skills in paediatric Cardiorespiratory physiotherapy Advanced clinical skills in neurodevelopment assessment, handling and treatment skills Ability to work as part of both a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team Lecturing and presentation skills Able to prioritise workload using time management and delegation skills Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Excellent organisational skills Ability to motivate and develop others Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential Our Always values Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential Degree or equivalent qualification in physiotherapy Health Professionals Council Registration Evidence of CPD, including attendance at relevant postgraduate courses Desirable Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Membership of appropriate clinical interest groups e.g. ACPRC/APCP/PCCS Experience/Knowledge Essential Substantial post graduate experience with at least 3 years in paediatrics, including paediatric critical care Knowledge of general principles of paediatric physiotherapy with advanced knowledge in paediatric cardiorespiratory physiotherapy Experience of managing children with neurodevelopmental impairment and acute neurological disorders Organising physiotherapy input into a relevant, specific clinical unit and contributing to the general running of a physiotherapy department. Supervision of physiotherapists, students and assistants Previous experience of Audit Knowledge of principles of research through practice and experience Desirable Understanding of professional development issues and NHS reform, legal and professional issues of child protection, inclusion, privacy & data protection Skills/Abilities Essential Highly advanced clinical skills in paediatric Cardiorespiratory physiotherapy Advanced clinical skills in neurodevelopment assessment, handling and treatment skills Ability to work as part of both a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team Lecturing and presentation skills Able to prioritise workload using time management and delegation skills Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Excellent organisational skills Ability to motivate and develop others Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Address Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Great Ormond Street Hospital London WC1N 3JH Employer's website "}