As the lead Physiotherapist in the neurology pathway you will provide management, leadership and clinical input into this pivotal service with a community first approach.
You will form part of the Dudley Rehabilitation Service leads managing a small team of Physiotherapists delivering rehabilitation in patient homes, outpatient and in group settings.
Working with MDT is key and we are fortunate to have Occupational therapists, Dieticians, Speech and Language therapists, Therapy Assistants Practitioners, Nurses and Pharmacy as part of the wider team.
To be the lead Physiotherapist in neuro rehabilitation and jointly lead the neuro pathway within Dudley Rehabilitation Service. You will be an expert resource in the provision of evidence based assessment and care for the management of neuro patients, working alongside other members of the multi-disciplinary team to provide an effective and efficient rehabilitation service.
To provide highly specialist physiotherapy in outpatient and domiciliary settings to patients who have had a neurological condition.
To provide specialist knowledge, training, advice and support to colleagues, patients and their carers about neuro rehabilitation.
Toprovide leadership, training, supervision and appraisal for more junior staff.
To work collaboratively with the inpatient neuro services in Dudley to ensure a seamless transition of care. To be involved in evaluation and audits to help develop DRS and the Neurological services in Dudley.
To be an independent practitioner managing a caseload of patients including those with complex needs, carrying out assessments, therapy, and evaluation of interventions.
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.