Physiotherapist - Fall Prevention Service Lead

Job Summary

This role involves spearheading the rollout of the Fall Prevention Service across Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and Redbridge (BHR) boroughs. The position is a 12-month secondment, ideal for professionals looking to enhance their skills within a dynamic and supportive NHS Foundation Trust environment. A valid driving license and the ability to travel around the BHR area are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across various agencies to embed falls prevention strategies effectively.
• Utilize evidence-based approaches to optimize fall prevention care plans, patient assessments, treatment accessibility, and overall patient experience.
• Lead the development and execution of a strategic plan to integrate fall prevention into local healthcare services sustainably.
• Manage a specialist caseload involving complex patients by conducting thorough assessments and designing personalized therapy interventions and discharge plans.
• Work independently within community settings, performing holistic assessments considering physical, psychological, social, and environmental factors influencing fall risk.
• Deliver specialized education and advice regarding fall prevention to patients, families, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation following Trust policies and contribute to service improvement initiatives including audits and health promotion activities.
• Ensure adherence to professional standards set by HCPC, CSP, and clinical governance protocols.

Candidate Profile

• Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in falls management and healthcare delivery.
• Proven track record of leading and engaging in change management and quality improvement projects.
• Knowledgeable about national guidelines related to falls and bone health initiatives.
• Capable of exercising considerable professional independence and judgement.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills, able to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding role.

Additional Information

• This post will start with an extensive induction and training period at the Trust's Goodmayes head office.
• The role is subject to a probationary period, except for certain internal applicants.
• Position attracts a High Cost Area Supplement for Outer London areas, which is 15% of the base salary (pro rata £4,870 to £6,137 annually for part-time staff).
• The Trust promotes equality, diversity, and staff wellbeing, offering multiple development and support programs.
• As part of the commitment to a supportive culture, new starters meet leadership and attend engagement and wellbeing sessions.