Band 6 Locum Physiotherapist – Barnsley

Pulsejobs.com; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency seeks an experienced Locum Physiotherapist for a 3-month contract in Barnsley. The role focuses on providing care in acute settings, particularly for respiratory and elderly patients. Ideal candidates are expected to demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, communication skills, and relevant experience. This opportunity supports patient mobility and recovery in a dynamic clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute care, especially respiratory, elderly care, or general medicine.
• Ability to create individualized rehabilitation plans.
• Strong skills in patient communication and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physiotherapy assessments and treatments to patients.
• Manage a caseload, ensuring appropriate clinical decisions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for patient rehabilitation.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Caseload management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy

Current HCPC Registration

Job description

Job Title: Locum Physiotherapist
Banding: 6
Rate: £24 – £27 per hour
Location: Barnsley
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 months (likely extension)
Working Hours: Full-time

Opening Paragraph:
We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Locum Physiotherapist to join a clinical team in Barnsley for a 3-month contract. The role involves providing physiotherapy services in acute care, with a focus on respiratory, elderly care, and general medicine settings. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled physiotherapist to contribute to patient care in a dynamic environment, supporting the rehabilitation and recovery of patients across various clinical settings.

Responsibilities:
As a Locum Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality physiotherapy assessments and treatments to patients, particularly in the areas of respiratory care, elderly care, and general medicine. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to create and implement individualised rehabilitation plans, support patient mobility, and assist with therapeutic exercises. You will also manage a caseload of patients, ensuring that appropriate clinical decisions are made, and contribute to maintaining accurate patient records. The role will involve identifying patient needs, addressing barriers to understanding, and ensuring that patients and their families receive clear communication and education regarding their care plans.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Current and relevant HCPC Registration.
• Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy.
• Proven experience in acute care, particularly within respiratory, elderly care, or general medicine settings.
• Excellent clinical reasoning and caseload management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to address barriers to understanding effectively.

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