Band 6 Physiotherapist - Community

Atlantis Medical Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Band 6 Physiotherapist to join its dynamic Community Therapy Team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality physiotherapy services to housebound patients, focusing on community rehabilitation and crisis response. Your responsibilities will include conducting advanced assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and mentoring junior staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives while working within a multidisciplinary team. If you are passionate about making a difference in community care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory.
• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD) required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced physiotherapeutic assessments for patients.
• Develop and implement personalised treatment plans.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff and students.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Manual Therapy

Patient Education

Crisis Response

Community Rehabilitation

Education

Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy

Tools

HCPC registration

Job description

Band 6 Physiotherapist - Community

(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 6
Job Role: Physiotherapist - Community
Location: Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust, Devon
Pay: GBP20 to GBP24 per hour
Pay Mechanism: DE
Contract: 25/04/2025 - 31/05/2025

About the Trust

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a pioneering integrated care organisation, nationally recognised for its seamless integration of health, social, and community care services. We serve a diverse population of approximately 286,000 residents and over 100,000 seasonal visitors, delivering over 500,000 face-to-face contacts annually in patients' homes and communities.

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic Community Therapy Team. This role involves delivering high-quality physiotherapy services to housebound patients across the Baywide locality, encompassing community rehabilitation, crisis response, and intermediate care. You will work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the South Devon Intermediate Care weekend and late duty rotas.

Responsibilities

Conduct advanced physiotherapeutic assessments for patients with diverse physical, psychological, cognitive, and behavioural conditions.
*

Develop and implement personalised treatment plans, including manual therapy, exercise programmes, and patient education.
*

Provide mentorship to junior staff, students, and support workers.
*

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated care.
*

Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives.
*

Contribute to weekend and late duty rotas as required.

Requirements

Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy.
*

HCPC registration.
*

Experience in NHS settings, including rotations in orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions.
*

Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).
*

Experience in supervising students and support staff.
*

Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
*

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community visits.

for this job, please reply with your updated CV and job reference number - BS/10461/PT1.