Band 6 Physiotherapist - Community Hospital Team

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Specialism: Allied Health Professionals - PhysiotherapyLocation: Durham & Darlington (Chester-le-Street & Shotley Bridge)Salary: £25 per hourContract: Full-time, 2-month locum position

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic Community Hospital Team in the Chester-le-Street and Shotley Bridge areas of Durham & Darlington. This full-time, 2-month locum role will see you making a real difference in patient care while gaining valuable experience across a variety of cases. You will be paid £25 per hour and have the chance to work in a supportive and professional setting. Whether you're looking to further your career or broaden your expertise, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to grow as a physiotherapist.

• Full-Time Role: Immerse yourself fully in the team and community with a comprehensive, hands-on experience.

• Hourly Pay: Enjoy the flexibility of £25 per hour, offering financial freedom while doing impactful work.

• Variety: Gain exposure to diverse cases, expanding your skills in a wide range of conditions and patient needs.

• Professional Growth: Locum work provides continuous learning, networking, and personal development opportunities.

• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from the adaptability that locum roles offer, managing your time effectively to balance both personal and professional priorities.

• Mobility Assessments & Care Planning: Conduct thorough mobility assessments, designing tailored exercise programmes for patients based on individual needs.

• Discharge Planning: Assist in discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition for patients from hospital to home or community care.

• Supervision & Mentorship: Guide and support junior staff, sharing your knowledge and providing hands-on mentoring to help them develop professionally.

• Patient Care: Work closely with individuals suffering from conditions such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, dementia, musculoskeletal disorders (MSK), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), implementing best practice physiotherapy interventions.

• Manual Handling & Equipment Provision: Use your expertise in manual handling techniques and provide necessary equipment to enhance patient outcomes.

• Travel & Equipment Management: As a car driver, ensure the efficient transport of equipment needed for patient care, contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Essential:

• HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.

• Proven experience in hospital ward settings, rehabilitation, and mobility assessments.

• Ability to work independently and as part