Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Physiotherapist – Trauma & Orthopaedics

The closing date is 08 October 2025

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Job summary

Specialist Physiotherapist - Trauma & Orthopaedics - FTC Until 01 July 2026

Department: Therapies

Band 6 £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata

Hours: 34 hrs per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

A rare opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced physiotherapist to join our Trauma and Orthopaedic team covering busy elective and trauma orthopaedic wards.

The ideal candidate will have excellent time management skills and appropriate previous experience in Trauma and Orthopaedics. You will deputise for the Team Leader in their absence and work closely with the other static B6 Physiotherapist to lead and develop the service.You will be supported by a highly specialist team leader and you will be encouraged to develop your leadership abilities.

You will join a large and friendly team, working with both elective and trauma patients. Patient groups include those with # neck of femurs, polytrauma, head injuries and spinal cord injuries.

Previous experience of treating spinal cord injuries is very desirable.

If you have the desire to be part of a team that will be developing Therapy Services in Milton Keynes and a strong commitment to compassionate care, we would love to hear from you.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Laura Sturgeon , Inpatient Therapy Service Lead, via Physiotherapy reception on 01908 995432 or alternatively email Laura.Sturgeon@mkuh.nhs.uk

Interview w/c 19 October 2025

Main duties of the job

Working as part of a dedicated and skilled Therapy Services team you will be providing a holistic therapy approach to patients in an inpatient setting. There is a strong expectation to collaborate with all members of the MDT to ensure the complex needs of patients are always at the centre of your care.

You will have opportunities to be involved in the education of the MDT, appraisal mentor and service development projects.We have a dedicated Therapy practice education team whose role is to support staff and student development.Previous experience as a Band 6 or 5 Physiotherapist is essential. An ability to demonstrate a proactive flexible approach and to be able to work well on own initiative is essential. Demonstrable skills in service development are desirable, along with a keen interest in educating fellow healthcare colleagues.

The post holder will participate in the respiratory on call rota (including weekends and bank holidays as required unless exceptions are agreed on a case-by-case basis)

It is essential you have current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.

About us

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Details

Date posted

24 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

430-CC25-427A

Job locations

Inpatient Physiotherapy (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties and responsibilities Clinical To be professional and legally accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care. To undertake the comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with a complex presentation/multi-pathologies; use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition. Professional To comply with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through continuing professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments and incorporate, as necessary, in your work. Maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.

Organisational

To be responsible for the supervision and co-ordination of junior staff, assistants and students on a daily bases in conjunction with the team leader/senior physiotherapists, as required.

To ensure that your own practice and that of staff under your supervision, meet the required professional standards of physiotherapy practice.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties and responsibilities Clinical To be professional and legally accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care. To undertake the comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with a complex presentation/multi-pathologies; use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition. Professional To comply with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through continuing professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments and incorporate, as necessary, in your work. Maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.

Organisational

To be responsible for the supervision and co-ordination of junior staff, assistants and students on a daily bases in conjunction with the team leader/senior physiotherapists, as required.

To ensure that your own practice and that of staff under your supervision, meet the required professional standards of physiotherapy practice.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

  • Physiotherapy Degree or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Registered with UK Health Professions Council

Desirable

  • Membership of CSP
  • Membership of specialist interest groups

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate post registration experience in Trauma and Orthopaedics.
  • Experience in the NHS
  • Awareness of NHS & Trust systems, policies, procedures & current changes.
  • Sound therapeutic & clinical knowledge
  • Experience of multi-disciplinary team working

Skills

Essential

  • Good time management skills
  • Ability to prioritise appropriately.
  • Timely management of patient medical records.
  • Practice Evidence Based therapy
  • Ability to be aware of clinical & non-clinical complications & risks.
  • Ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Enthusiasm for IST including presentation of IST & cases.
  • Basic management skills-to be able to help organise caseload & others.
  • Recognition of need for timely and accurate data.
  • IT literacy / presentation

Desirable

  • Understanding of audit & outcome measurement.

Personal and people development

Essential

  • Evidence of Continuous Professional Development

Communication

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

  • Physiotherapy Degree or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Registered with UK Health Professions Council

Desirable

  • Membership of CSP
  • Membership of specialist interest groups

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate post registration experience in Trauma and Orthopaedics.
  • Experience in the NHS
  • Awareness of NHS & Trust systems, policies, procedures & current changes.
  • Sound therapeutic & clinical knowledge
  • Experience of multi-disciplinary team working

Skills

Essential

  • Good time management skills
  • Ability to prioritise appropriately.
  • Timely management of patient medical records.
  • Practice Evidence Based therapy
  • Ability to be aware of clinical & non-clinical complications & risks.
  • Ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Enthusiasm for IST including presentation of IST & cases.
  • Basic management skills-to be able to help organise caseload & others.
  • Recognition of need for timely and accurate data.
  • IT literacy / presentation

Desirable

  • Understanding of audit & outcome measurement.

Personal and people development

Essential

  • Evidence of Continuous Professional Development

Communication

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Inpatient Physiotherapy (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Inpatient Physiotherapy (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Therapy Inpatient Service Lead

Laura Sturgeon

laura.sturgeon@mkuh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

24 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

430-CC25-427A

Job locations

Inpatient Physiotherapy (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


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