Job summaryAn opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist to join our specialist surgical rehabilitation rotation, within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.The post holder will rotate on 9 monthly basis through a variety of clinical areas. You will have the opportunity to work within general surgery, trauma, orthopaedics, vascular and community-based services e.g ALAS, and a community rehabilitation team (VCRS).The post holder must be able to demonstrate the relevant skills, experience and enthusiasm required to work within these clinical areas.They will have the opportunity to develop their clinical skills with the guidance of our Clinical Specialists and will be based at either one of the hospital sites or in a community setting.The Department of Physiotherapy provides full induction, a comprehensive programme of in-service training, regular appraisal and opportunities for development.They may be required to work their normal contracted hours flexibly in a variety of different working patterns in response to the needs of the service where they are placed. For example, this could include working their contracted hours as part of a service model that includes extended days.The successful post holder must share our core values and beliefs.Main duties of the jobTo work alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver physiotherapy services to patients within these specialist clinical areas. This will include patients with multi-pathology and complex need and those with cognitive and behavioural problems.The postholder will have responsibility for managing their own patient caseload. They will participate in the on-call service (overnight and weekends) where they will work independently, managing the respiratory needs of complex critically ill patients.In addition, they will provide support for the clinical supervision of physiotherapists, student physiotherapists and support staff.Please note that we will only accept applications from staff currently employed by Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.About usCardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.Person SpecificationQualificationEssentialRecognised qualification degree / equivalent in physiotherapyHCPC RegistrationSpecialist training/courses to Postgraduate Diploma levelDesirableMember of Chartered Society of PhysiotherapyExperienceEssentialRelevant post registration experience in the specialist areaPrevious clinical experience relevant to postBroad experience across physiotherapyEvidence of assisting in planning and developing of an existing serviceNHS ExperienceDesirableExperience of providing clinical supervisionExperience of teaching other disciplinesSkillsEssentialDemonstrate specialist skills within the specialist areaExcellent communication skills with healthcare professionals and the publicHighly developed physical skills relevant to the specialist clinical area e.g. manual techniques and therapeutic handlingProven ability to manage a clinical caseloadProven ability to motivate others, promote coproduction and empower othersConfident with digital technology platforms/appsDesirableEvidence of involvement in audit and researchSpecial KnowledgeEssentialRelevent CPD evidenceAwareness of Health and Safety/ clinical risk managementOtherEssentialAble to lead by example, and role model UHB behaviours and valuesParticipate and experience in emergency respiratory rota (if applicable to rotational role) Willingness to work flexible hourAble to travel, in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the job, this may include cross site working or various locations, carrying sensitive information and bulky equipment (if applicable to role)DesirableMembership of relevant special interest groupThe ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this roleDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCardiff and Vale University Health BoardAddressUniversity Hospital of WalesHeath ParkCardiffCF14 4XWEmployer's websitehttps://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)