Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist: Acute Stroke Unit and Neurology

NHS; Edmonton; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist for the Acute Stroke Unit/Neuro Outliers team, covering a maternity leave at North Middlesex Hospital. The candidate will manage the ASU and Stroke team, providing expert clinical support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-registration experience, with at least 2 years at Band 7 in neurology.
• Experience in stroke/neuro care, training, supervision, and research involvement.
• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Manage the multi-professional therapy input to the Acute Stroke Unit.
• Perform expert physiotherapy assessments for complex neurological conditions.
• Act as Clinical Lead for Neurorehabilitation Trust-wide.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Clinical Reasoning

Problem Solving

Therapeutic Techniques

Education

Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Higher degree relevant to practice (e.g., MSc)

Tools

Neurological Management Protocols

Job description

Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist: Acute Stroke Unit and Neurology

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Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to cover the Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist role for the Acute Stroke Unit/Neuro Outliers team at North Middlesex Hospital. This is a 9-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This position is suitable for Specialist Neuro Band 7 Physiotherapists or existing Band 8a Neuro therapists interested in this role.

The North Middlesex Hospital is part of the Royal Free London group and has an Acute Stroke Unit (ASU). The team also covers Stroke and Neuro outliers across the hospital.

The successful candidate will work alongside the Clinical Lead ASU/Neuro OT, managing the ASU and Stroke team, providing clinical specialist input and operational support. As an 8a, the post holder would also deputise for the Head of Physiotherapy when needed.

Main duties of the job

• Manage the multi-professional therapy and physiotherapy input to the Acute Stroke Unit Service and Neuro-Outlier service at NMUH.
• Engage in planning, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating the service, including research, audit, and policy development.
• Act as Clinical Lead for Neurorehabilitation Trust-wide and within the ASU, focusing on Medical Brain Injury (MBI) and neuro-outliers.
• Perform expert physiotherapy assessments and develop management plans for patients with complex neurological and neuromuscular conditions, working autonomously.
• Provide specialist advice to physiotherapy colleagues and influence practice through research and postgraduate activities.
• Initiate specialist practices such as outpatient clinics or spasticity management clinics, following protocols or training.
• Educate and train staff, students, and other healthcare professionals in neuro-rehabilitation management.

About us

NMUH North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust is a busy healthcare provider serving Enfield, Haringey, and surrounding areas. Our services include HIV, cardiology, blood disorders, diabetes, fertility, cancer care, and community services. For more information, visit https://www.northmid.nhs.uk/.

Job responsibilities

• Manage physiotherapy and multi-professional input to the Acute Stroke and Neuro-Outlier services.
• Lead the development of physiotherapy and multi-professional practice within NMUH and across the Trust.
• Perform expert assessments and develop management plans for complex neurological patients.
• Provide advice and support to healthcare professionals, patients, and carers.
• Contribute to research, audit, and policy development in neuro-rehabilitation.
• Initiate specialist clinics and interventions as per protocols.
• Train and supervise staff and students in neuro-rehabilitation management.
• As a non-medical prescriber, manage neuropathic pain and spasticity, using advanced assessment and decision-making skills.

Person Specification

Education & professional Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• Higher degree relevant to practice (e.g., MSc)
• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• Member of relevant Clinical Interest Group

Experience

• Minimum 5 years post-registration experience, with at least 2 years at Band 7 in neurology, including rotations.
• Experience in stroke/neuro care, training, supervision, and research involvement.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Advanced clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Competency in therapeutic techniques for neurological conditions.
• Knowledge of NHS stroke and neurology initiatives, clinical governance, and best practices.

Personal Qualities

• Compassionate, motivated, and resilient under pressure.

Other

• Willing to work across sites as needed.
• Committed to staff development and holistic patient care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Salary: £59,490 to £66,239 per year, inclusive of Outer London Weighting.