Senior Physiotherapist – MSK Outpatients

Job Title: Senior Physiotherapist - MSK Outpatients

Department: Physiotherpy

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week

Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics.

Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do.

Role Purpose:

• You must practice within the Codes of Practice, Rules and Guidelines set out by the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists and comply with the policies and procedures of Blackrock Clinic.
• To develop and co-ordinate the Musculoskeletal Outpatient Physiotherapy service at Blackrock Clinic. The Senior Physiotherapist will be responsible for conducting a clinical caseload as assigned by the manager and in accordance with service needs. In addition, the Senior Physiotherapist will deliver Educational talks and in-services to colleagues, medical professionals as required, take part in service development and conduct assigned administration duties.
• Personally and professionally you are accountable to the patient. You
• are personally accountable for your own actions at all times.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Degree in Physiotherapy:
• BSC (Honours) degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Dublin
• Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
• Bachelor in Physiotherapy (Honours) degree from the National University of Ireland
• Diploma of Physiotherapy of the University of Dublin or the National University
• BSc (Honours) degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Limerick

or Physiotherapy qualification validated by the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapy

• CORU registered
• Recognised post-graduate qualification e.g. MSc in Physiotherapy / Sports Medicine / MMACP
• Membership of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (MISCP).
• Continued Professional Development Diary including evidence of reflective practice, In-service training, courses attended and Clinical Governance gained.
• Post graduate courses relevant to the clinical specialty.

Key Responsibilities:

PROFESSIONAL

• To assess and provide appropriate management of patients referred for out-patient physiotherapy.
• Develop and administer the highest quality of service by identifying and implementing operational procedures in line with best practice standards.
• Keep abreast with new developments, skills and technology to ensure continuing competence in the job.
• Enhance his/her skills in order to initiate and respond to changes in the work environment as additional roles may be demanded eg. Data analysis clinical audit.
• Teach and supervise junior staff and students as required and educate other health professionals
• Advise on the needs of the area and contribute to forward planning and development of the physiotherapy service.
• Participate in the week- end rota (a) Cardiac or and (b) Orthopaedic

MANAGEMENT

• Contribute to an effective and efficient Physiotherapy Out-patient team in co-operation with the Clinical Specialist and Physiotherapist in Charge.
• To contribute and participate in staff induction and in-service training.
• Maintain adequate records and statistics sufficient for organisation and legal purposes to include work related injuries.
• Actively participate in and promote continuing professional development.
• Liaise with referring doctors and other medical colleagues as necessary.
• To be flexible in working hours, to accommodate delivery of service.
• Deputise for Clinical Specialist as necessary.
• Other general duties as delegated by the Physiotherapist in Charge after consultation and agreement.
• To support the Clinical Specialist / Manager in department development.

STAFF MANAGEMENT

• To lead by example a professional, dedicated and punctual team.
• To create and promote good working relationships through open communication.
• Facilitate professional development of team members through promotion of continuing professional development through self-learning, formal courses and in-service training.
• To ensure staff compliance with hospital policy on CPR and Manual Handling training programmes.

Communication Skills

• Report relevant information verbally and in writing to appropriate personnel.
• Respond appropriately to patient/family requests and questions.
• Communicate appropriately with colleagues and other members of the health care team.
• Recognise self-limitations and seek assistance.
• Attend and contribute in staff meetings and team briefing.
• Communicate in a manner that avoids antagonism, reduces conflict and prevents undue anxiety.

Education

• Act as a mentor for Physiotherapy colleagues.
• To act as an advisor and educational resource on a regional and national basis.
• Demonstrate leadership and advice as required on research methodology.
• To keep abreast of new developments in the Physiotherapy profession and identify opportunities to improve the service.

General Expectations

• Is always punctual on duty.
• Flexible attitude to changing work practises.

Why work at the Blackrock Clinic:

At the Blackrock Clinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team you can benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• Pension
• Discounted cafe
• Sports and Social club
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted onsite pharmacy

Please Note:

Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work.

Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at [email protected]

It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position, or in the case of critical skills, you must be eligible for a work permit.