Job summary
We have a full-time opportunity in our Outpatient Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Service based at West Hertfordshire Therapy Unit, Jacketts Field site, in Abbots Langley.
We are looking for a motivated and dynamic Physiotherapist with postgraduate experience in pelvic health physiotherapy, preferably within a UK healthcare setting.
The successful candidate will work as part of a dynamic Outpatient Physiotherapy Team seeing a range of pelvic health presentations, gaining a wealth of experience, and further developing clinical assessment and treatment skills within this specialist area.
You will be supported by a Band 7 tier through a well-established probation, competency, supervision and appraisal process.
We offer in-service training opportunities. There are also good mentorship opportunities and peer support with our existing Band 6 staff body. In addition, whilst very hard working, we are a sociable department committed to the health and wellbeing of our staff.
The interviews will take place virtually on 6th June 2025.
Main duties of the job
You will be working in a busy, friendly outpatient department seeing GP, Consultant and Enhanced Community Gynaecology Service referrals, undertaking assessment and treatment face to face, but also virtually as/when appropriate.
Typical caseload may include patients presenting with urinary incontinence, over active bladder, faecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, post natal perineal injuries, pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide physiotherapy care in the outpatient pelvic health physiotherapy setting.
To assess and treat patients with diverse pelvic floor dysfunction presentation and complex physical and psychological conditions, providing a diagnosis and developing and delivering individualised treatment programmes.
To communicate with relevant colleagues, MDT members, and patients, relatives and carers in order to facilitate a team approach to patient care.
To hold responsibility for own case load, working without direct supervision.
To be responsible for supervision, education and assessment of more junior physiotherapists.
To undertake evidence-based audit and to assist in the implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to service protocols.
To participate in virtual consultation model, when required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide physiotherapy care in the outpatient pelvic health physiotherapy setting.
To assess and treat patients with diverse pelvic floor dysfunction presentation and complex physical and psychological conditions, providing a diagnosis and developing and delivering individualised treatment programmes.
To communicate with relevant colleagues, MDT members, and patients, relatives and carers in order to facilitate a team approach to patient care.
To hold responsibility for own case load, working without direct supervision.
To be responsible for supervision, education and assessment of more junior physiotherapists.
To undertake evidence-based audit and to assist in the implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to service protocols.
To participate in virtual consultation model, when required.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent.
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised by Health Care Professionals Council.
- Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Understanding of Physiotherapy structure in NHS.
- Standards - Health Care Professions Council/Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
Desirable
- Interest in pelvic health physiotherapy.
Experience:
Essential
- Clinical problem-solving ability.
- Skill in physiotherapeutic techniques
- Highly developed physical skills, dexterity, coordination and sensory skills for assessment and manual treatment of patients.
- Ability to assess patient conditions establish a diagnosis and formulate a specialised treatment plan, from a range of modalities.
Desirable
- Post registration experience as a physiotherapist in pelvic health physiotherapy (area of specialism).
- UK NHS experience.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent.
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised by Health Care Professionals Council.
- Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Understanding of Physiotherapy structure in NHS.
- Standards - Health Care Professions Council/Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
Desirable
- Interest in pelvic health physiotherapy.
Experience:
Essential
- Clinical problem-solving ability.
- Skill in physiotherapeutic techniques
- Highly developed physical skills, dexterity, coordination and sensory skills for assessment and manual treatment of patients.
- Ability to assess patient conditions establish a diagnosis and formulate a specialised treatment plan, from a range of modalities.
Desirable
- Post registration experience as a physiotherapist in pelvic health physiotherapy (area of specialism).
- UK NHS experience.
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).
