B6 Rotational Physiotherapist

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in London is looking for a physiotherapist to deliver high-quality care in an inpatient setting. The role involves managing complex patients, supervising junior staff, and providing support across various physiotherapy specialities. The position offers benefits such as flexible work options, NHS pension, and access to exclusive discounts. With its ideal mix of countryside and vibrant city life, this region is a fantastic place to advance your career and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Extensive understanding of physiotherapy specialities required.
• Competent in managing complex patients with multiple pathologies.
• Experience supervising junior staff is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy services to in-patient wards.
• Manage and supervise band 5 staff and assistants.
• Participate in a working rota covering all acute wards.
• Deliver high-quality physiotherapy services to complex patients.

Skills

Physiotherapeutic skills

Clinical assessment

Patient management

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant physiotherapy degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide a highly specialised and up-to-date physiotherapy service to the in-patient wards. Be competent in a range of Physiotherapeutic skills; respiratory, surgical, care of the elderly, neurology, MSK Outpatients and specialist rotation opportunities in paediatrics and oncology.
• To be an active member of the working rota which provides a physiotherapy service to all acute medicine wards, 7 days per week, including bank holidays.
• Provide clinical support and supervision for band 5 staff, students and assistants working in these areas.
• Be expected to provide and manage the physiotherapy service to highly complex acute in patients.
• Be actively involved in follow-up care when needed.
• This post will require a good understanding of a broad range of physiotherapy specialities, a good understanding of the role of Occupational Therapy, Social and Community Services and Support participating in the supervision of Band 5 Physiotherapists and assistants. The post holder should also have a broader understanding of departmental /therapy issues.
• The post holder will rotate through core clinical inpatient areas and MSK/Hands outpatient rotation.
  1. Apply up-to-date physiotherapy skills in the clinical field at a specialist post graduate level.
  2. Competently treat the 'more complex' patient where there are conflicting components i.e. multiple pathologies psychological and social problems.
  3. Identify, prioritise, assess and treat appropriate patients using physiotherapy modalities.
  4. Line Manage Band 5 Physiotherapy staff, band 2 and 3 assistants and students.
  5. Assist in the delivery of a high quality physiotherapy service.

Benefits

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life.
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security.
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax.
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential.
• Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.