**********PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM FULLY, CV'S ARE NOT ACCEPTED********** Principal Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Senior Physiotherapist will:
Carry a clinical caseload appropriate to the post Be responsible for client assessment, development and implementation of individualised treatment plans that are client centred and in line with best practice Be responsible for goal setting in partnership with client, family and other team members as appropriate Be responsible for standards of practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s) Communicate and work in co-operation with other team members in providing an integrated quality service, taking the lead role as required Develop effective communication with and provide instruction, guidance and support to staff, clients, family, carers etc. Document client records in accordance with professional standards and departmental policies Provide a service in varied locations in line with local policy / guidelines and within appropriate time allocation (e.g.
wards, clinic, home visits) Participate and be a lead clinician as appropriate in review meetings, case conferences, ward rounds etc. Develop and promote professional standards of practice Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance Seek advice of relevant personnel when appropriate / as required Operate within the scope of practice of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Participate in weekend and bank holiday rotas. Education & Training The Senior Physiotherapist will:
Participate in mandatory training programmes Take responsibility for, and keep up to date with Physiotherapy practice by participating in continuing professional development such as reflective practice, in service, self-directed learning, research, clinical audit etc. Be responsible for the induction and clinical supervision of staff in the designated area(s) Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student therapists.
Take part in teaching / training / supervision / evaluation of staff / students and attend practice educator courses as relevant to role and needs Engage in personal development planning and performance review for self and others as required Health & Safety The Senior Physiotherapist will:
Develop and monitor implementation of agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards Ensure the safety of self and others, and the maintenance of safe environments and equipment used in Physiotherapy in accordance with legislation Assess and manage risk in their assigned area(s) of responsibility Take the appropriate timely action to manage any incidents or near misses within their assigned area(s) Be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment, aids and appliances both by clients and staff under their supervision Administrative The Senior Physiotherapist will:
Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of a quality service in line with best practice Oversee and monitor the standards of best practice within their Physiotherapy team Contribute to the service planning process Assist the Physiotherapy Manager in service development encompassing policy development and implementation Review and evaluate the Physiotherapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services Develop and promote quality standards of work and co-operate with quality assurance programmes Collect and evaluate data about the service area as identified in service plans and demonstrate the achievement of the objectives of the service Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best practice Collate and maintain accurate statistics and render reports as required Represent the department at meetings and conferences as appropriate Inform the Physiotherapy Manager of staff issues (needs, interests, views) as appropriate Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace Participate in the control and ordering of Physiotherapy stock and equipment in conjunction with the Physiotherapy Manager Be accountable for the budget, where relevant Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health Service Engage in IT developments as they apply to clients and service administration Perform such other duties appropriate to the role as may be assigned by the Physiotherapy Manager The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.