Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our specialist Orthopaedics team at Broadgreen Hospital.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic team, working across both Elective Orthopaedic Surgery and the highly specialised Limb Reconstruction Service (LRS).
This static post offers the opportunity to work with complex patient caseloads, contribute to service development, and be part of a supportive and forward-thinking MDT.
Main duties of the job
About the Role
The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to:
o Deliver expert physiotherapy for patients undergoing a wide range of routine elective orthopaedic surgeries, including sarcoma management
o Provide specialist rehabilitation for patients within the LRS, including those undergoing surgery for trauma, deformity correction, and limb salvage
o Support patients across the full pathway -- from inpatient recovery through to outpatient rehabilitation
o Play a key role in developing day-case services and enhancing care pathways for elective procedures
This is a rewarding and challenging post that requires clinical autonomy, strong decision-making skills, and a commitment to patient-centred care.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for a physiotherapist who can demonstrate:
o Broad clinical experience in MSK outpatients and inpatient trauma & orthopaedics
o Specific experience or interest in deformity correction and external fixation
o A good understanding of orthopaedic and trauma surgical pathways
o Flexibility, resilience, and a genuine interest in working in complex rehabilitation settings
Additional Opportunities
You will also be involved in:
o Supervising junior staff and supporting student education
o Taking part in research, audit, and ongoing service development
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description and main responsibilities.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the detailed Job Description attached to this advert.
As a Band 6 Physiotherapist within our Orthopaedics and Limb Reconstruction Service, you will:
Deliver high-quality physiotherapy care through comprehensive assessment, clinical diagnosis, and the development of individualised treatment plans for both routine and complex patients
Continuously evaluate and adapt treatment plans to meet changing patient needs and maximise outcomes
Plan and manage your own caseload autonomously, balancing service demands and patient priorities effectively
Supervise and support the development of junior physiotherapists, physiotherapy assistants, and students, contributing to a positive learning environment
Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, carers, and other health and social care professionals including individuals with communication or cognitive challenges
Represent the Physiotherapy team in Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, ensuring a coordinated and collaborative approach to patient care
Support the operational running of the team, including deputising for the Team Leader Physiotherapist when required, and contributing to service development and improvement initiatives
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description and main responsibilities.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the detailed Job Description attached to this advert.
As a Band 6 Physiotherapist within our Orthopaedics and Limb Reconstruction Service, you will:
Deliver high-quality physiotherapy care through comprehensive assessment, clinical diagnosis, and the development of individualised treatment plans for both routine and complex patients
Continuously evaluate and adapt treatment plans to meet changing patient needs and maximise outcomes
Plan and manage your own caseload autonomously, balancing service demands and patient priorities effectively
Supervise and support the development of junior physiotherapists, physiotherapy assistants, and students, contributing to a positive learning environment
Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, carers, and other health and social care professionals including individuals with communication or cognitive challenges
Represent the Physiotherapy team in Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, ensuring a coordinated and collaborative approach to patient care
Support the operational running of the team, including deputising for the Team Leader Physiotherapist when required, and contributing to service development and improvement initiatives
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates an ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
- Able to articulate reasons for working in this Trust
- Demonstrates a genuine interest in musculoskeletal work
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of time management and organisational skills
- Demonstrates effective and adaptable communication skills including written and verbal
- Demonstrates an ability to problem solve
- Demonstrates an ability to work independently and to seek advice when necessary
- Demonstrates an ability to work effectively in a team
- Demonstrates an ability to respond effectively to complex, emotional or challenging situations
- Demonstrates an ability to pass on skills / knowledge to others
- Demonstrates an ability to manage own work load, determine priorities and delegates tasks
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of current NHS issues
- Evidence of self directed learning and willingness to participate in CPD
- Demonstrates an ability to comprehend and work within the trust's policies on health and safety, risk management and data protection
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience as a Physiotherapist in the NHS or Healthcare Service and be able to demonstrate awareness of current NHS and trust issues
- Majority of clinical experience in the NHS or the Health Service
- Broad range of clinical assessment and treatment skills based on current best practice
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy or equivalent
- HCPC registration
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates an ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
- Able to articulate reasons for working in this Trust
- Demonstrates a genuine interest in musculoskeletal work
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of time management and organisational skills
- Demonstrates effective and adaptable communication skills including written and verbal
- Demonstrates an ability to problem solve
- Demonstrates an ability to work independently and to seek advice when necessary
- Demonstrates an ability to work effectively in a team
- Demonstrates an ability to respond effectively to complex, emotional or challenging situations
- Demonstrates an ability to pass on skills / knowledge to others
- Demonstrates an ability to manage own work load, determine priorities and delegates tasks
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of current NHS issues
- Evidence of self directed learning and willingness to participate in CPD
- Demonstrates an ability to comprehend and work within the trust's policies on health and safety, risk management and data protection
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience as a Physiotherapist in the NHS or Healthcare Service and be able to demonstrate awareness of current NHS and trust issues
- Majority of clinical experience in the NHS or the Health Service
- Broad range of clinical assessment and treatment skills based on current best practice
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy or equivalent
- HCPC registration
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
