Job summary
We have
an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Physiotherapist to join the Care of
Elderly team at Princess Alexandra Hospital. You will be responsible for
providing a high standard of assessment, advice, treatment, and evaluation to
patients referred to the acute inpatient physiotherapy service, including those
with complex physical and psychological conditions. You will support patients
across elderly wards as well as the specialist hip fracture ward. You will
build on your previous experience to further develop your clinical and
managerial skills, working as an autonomous professional in line with the
Chartered Society of Physiotherapy rules of professional conduct and standards,
as well as the Health Professions Council regulations.
Main duties of the job
As a
Specialist Physiotherapist, you will manage your own caseload independently and
ensure seamless continuity of physiotherapy care during patient transfers or
discharge. You will supervise and support junior physiotherapy staff and
assistants, as well as contribute to the clinical education of physiotherapy
students on placement. You will participate in service improvement initiatives,
audits, research projects, and seven-day working as required. Additionally, you
will maintain professional registration, adhere to Trust and professional body
policies, contribute to departmental training and education sessions, and
assist the Specialty Team Lead in coordinating and enhancing physiotherapy
services, while advocating for patient safety and excellent care.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave
Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want
Job description
Job responsibilities
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To conduct comprehensive assessments and use advanced clinical reasoning
to formulate diagnoses, prognoses, and personalised treatment goals for
patients with complex conditions.
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To select, implement, and adapt specialised physiotherapy interventions,
including manual techniques, therapeutic handling, electrotherapy, exercise
programmes, and use of appliances, ensuring patient safety at all times.
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To maintain accurate, timely, and professional patient records and reports
in line with HPC and CSP regulations, reflecting assessment, treatment, and
progress.
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To be able to correctly identify inappropriate referrals to Physiotherapy
and
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have the confidence to refer on or back as required.
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To manage and prioritise a challenging caseload independently, including
providing emergency assessment and treatment for critically ill inpatients and
participating in on-call, weekend, and 7-day service duties.
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To contribute to departmental projects and patient education initiatives,
supporting improvements in care delivery and enhancing patient experience
(e.g., creating informative resources or supporting training activities).
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
To conduct comprehensive assessments and use advanced clinical reasoning
to formulate diagnoses, prognoses, and personalised treatment goals for
patients with complex conditions.
-
To select, implement, and adapt specialised physiotherapy interventions,
including manual techniques, therapeutic handling, electrotherapy, exercise
programmes, and use of appliances, ensuring patient safety at all times.
-
To maintain accurate, timely, and professional patient records and reports
in line with HPC and CSP regulations, reflecting assessment, treatment, and
progress.
-
To be able to correctly identify inappropriate referrals to Physiotherapy
and
-
have the confidence to refer on or back as required.
-
To manage and prioritise a challenging caseload independently, including
providing emergency assessment and treatment for critically ill inpatients and
participating in on-call, weekend, and 7-day service duties.
-
To contribute to departmental projects and patient education initiatives,
supporting improvements in care delivery and enhancing patient experience
(e.g., creating informative resources or supporting training activities).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy.
- Experience in elderly, orthopaedic, or respiratory care.
- HCPC registration or UK-recognised accreditation.
- Proficient in Moving & Handling, BLS, and SystemOne.
- Evidence of CPD and teaching experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy.
- Experience in elderly, orthopaedic, or respiratory care.
- HCPC registration or UK-recognised accreditation.
- Proficient in Moving & Handling, BLS, and SystemOne.
- Evidence of CPD and teaching 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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
