As a combined Acute and Community Trust, University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) is enjoying greater integration working with colleagues across different sectors within the footprint of Morecambe Bay. Not only does this provide improved ways of working within the multi-disciplinary context, it enables you to be involved in the exciting journey ahead for providing transformational care within Morecambe Bay.  

Our Integrated Stroke Pathway has received significant investment to further support a collaborative approach to providing stroke services across the Bay.  The Introduction of an integrated community stroke team aims to ensure all our patients have access to the appropriate treatment in the right location.  

Our aim is to ensure all our patients have access to appropriate treatment in the right location. Our approach to stroke services will require a degree of flexibility as well as creative thinking to establish and form new pathways of care. You will be providing care across the pathway within the acute and community settings. 

UHMBT has an active strategic clinical network for stroke within the region which ensures oversight of continuous professional development and strategically influences stroke care within this region. The stroke team are supportive and committed to providing excellent care to all stroke patients 

Working together to deliver care to patients you will need to: 

• Work as a trained physiotherapist within the NHS with a desire to develop your clinical skills further 
• Demonstrate and evidence your own professional development 
• Demonstrate your ability to work independently when necessary 

• Have a friendly and flexible attitude which is patient focused and dedicated to quality care 
• Use your expertise to supervise and teach other colleagues within the service 

We are a multi-disciplinary team who would welcome you to join us. As well as being the country’s 10th most inclusive employer, worklife balance is made easier with our location; right next door to the beautiful Lake District, where you can enjoy outdoor recreational activities, as well as being close to the bustling city of Manchester.   

If this sounds like an opportunity you don’t want to miss and you want to work for a Trust which: 

• values inclusivity 

• invests in you with ongoing in-service training, development and supervision from expertly trained clinical specialists 
• is at the start of a transformational journey where collaboration between sector partners is core business 
• values and invests in YOU 

then why not come and see what UHMBT has to offer? In return we will offer you: 

• A supportive team environment which values the input of the team 

• A structured two-way appraisal process to support your ongoing development 
• In-house recognition schemes 
• Regular training is provided to support development and shared learning 
• A focus on employee involvement where your contribution is valued 
• Encouragement for your professional development 

• A relocation package for prospective applicants living more than 60 miles away 
• Opportunity to be part of our transformational programme of combining acute and community services 
• Excellent location of our sites near the Lake District to support a healthy worklife balance 

Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period (this includes bank staff). This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust operates on three main sites situated at Lancaster, Kendal and Barrow-in-Furness and has approximately 1,200 beds with a wide range of medical and surgical specialties.

Furness General Hospital is a busy district general hospital situated on the edge of the Lake District with easy access to a host of countryside activities including walking; climbing etc.

We are looking for  an enthusiastic radiographer to join our friendly team. Applications from final year students would also be welcome.  Applications will be considered for part time applicants.

You will be expected to participate in the shift rota, which includes extended days and night duties, as part of their core hours.

The department carries out of full range of investigations, including MR, CT and Radionuclide Imaging. PACS was installed in April 2007 and updated in 2017.

This is a progressive directorate that supports CPD and role development.

If you are interested in pursuing your career in a friendly and progressive department within easy reach of the Lake District please telephone for further information or to arrange an informal visit.

Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period (this includes bank staff). This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

Permanent full time posts, working 37.5 hours per week over 7 days, but part time will be considered.

why not come and see what UHMBT has to offer? In return we will offer you: 

• • A supportive team environment which values the input of the team 
  • A structured two-way appraisal process to support your ongoing development 
  • In-house recognition schemes 
  • Regular training is provided to support development and shared learning 
  • A focus on employee involvement where your contribution is valued 
  • Encouragement for your professional development 
  • A relocation package for prospective applicants living more than 60 miles away 
  • Opportunity to be part of our transformational programme of combining acute and community services 
  • Excellent location of our sites near the Lake District to support a healthy worklife balance  

The Physiotherapy Service has a well-developed appraisal system, regular in-service training, monthly clinical supervision and actively encourages continuing professional development.

You will be expected to be involved in the supervision and teaching of physiotherapy students and other staff within the service.