Rotational Physiotherapist Cardiorespiratory

To be part of the Physiotherapy team serving cardio-thoracic, clinical decisions unit, critical care, renal, respiratory medicine, respiratory outpatients, and surgical specialities. Rotations between Glenfield Hospital and Leicester Royal Infirmary. To carry a clinical caseload: working to national and local guidelines and Service priorities with those who may have complex needs including physical, psychological and communication difficulties To support the clinical therapy team leader and clinical specialist and operational functions of the team and supervise team members. To promote independence and facilitate optimum function, working with patients, families and carers and the multi-disciplinary team to achieve agreed outcomes for patients. To increase and consolidate existing clinical knowledge and skills in respiratory assessment and treatment as a physiotherapist. To participate in service development and audit/research. To maintain high, professional standards of verbal and written communication for self and staff for whom responsible. To promote and maintain good working relationships and communication with members of the multi-disciplinary team. To liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team and other Physiotherapists regarding the provision of treatment of patients. To liaise with Social Services and other agencies as appropriate according to patient needs. To attend ward rounds, case conferences and multi-disciplinary team meetings as required. To support physiotherapy student and apprentices on placements.