Band 6 Physiotherapist - Falls Prevention Team

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Job Title: Band 6 Physiotherapist - Falls Prevention Team
Specialism: Falls Prevention
Location: Ealing, UK
Salary: £27.00 Hourly
Type: Ongoing, Full Time (3-Month Contract)

This is an exciting ongoing opportunity for a 3-month contract position for a dynamic Band 6 Falls Prevention Therapist (Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist) in the vibrant community of Ealing, London. The role is full-time with a working schedule of 37.5 hours per week, engaging with a diverse range of patients at risk of falls and frailty in the community. If you are ready to start immediately, embrace a flexible working environment, and make a tangible difference in patients' lives, this position is perfect for you!

Perks and benefits:

• Locum Job: Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy that comes with locum work, gaining varied experiences across different settings while also expanding your professional network.
• Competitive Pay: Earn an impressive £27.00 per hour, reflecting your expertise and commitment.
• Work-Life Balance: With a standard 37.5-hour working week, find the perfect balance between professional fulfilment and personal interests.
• Engaging Community Role: Work within the community, offering valuable support to a range of individuals while enriching your professional experience.

What you will do:

• Conduct holistic therapy assessments and multifactorial falls risk assessments.
• Perform comprehensive geriatric assessments for frail patients.
• Deliver evidence-based falls prevention interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Manage an independent community caseload, ensuring personalised patient care.
• Facilitate falls prevention exercise and advice groups to educate and empower patients.
• Complete onward referrals to specialist services as needed.
• Monitor outcomes through effective goal setting and outcome measures.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and minimise falls risk.

Qualifications / Requirements / Person Specification:

• Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC Registration and previous NHS experience.
• Strong background in community rehabilitation and managing frailty and falls caseloads.
• Proven experience in holistic assessments and risk assessments.
• Robust clinical reasoning skills and ability to prioritise an independent caseload.

Desirable Requirements: