Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist - Stroke/Neuro

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; York; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist specializing in Stroke and Neuro rehabilitation. This role offers the opportunity to develop essential clinical and leadership skills while providing high-quality care to patients. The position includes rotations between various units, allowing for a diverse experience in patient management. With a focus on professional development, this role encourages proactive learning and offers a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to improving patient independence and safety through innovative rehabilitation practices.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday, rising to 33

Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease

Cycle to Work schemes

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Postgraduate experience in Stroke with knowledge of discharge planning.
• Ability to manage patients within Stroke and Neuro services.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and treatment for Stroke patients.
• Contribute to service development and support student placements.

Skills

Patient-centered rehabilitation

Discharge planning

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Postgraduate experience in Stroke

Job description

Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist - Stroke/Neuro

Join to apply for the Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist - Stroke/Neuro role at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Contract type: Fixed Term/ Secondment

We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Physiotherapist to join our team. The post offers the chance to develop clinical skills in managing patients within our Stroke service.

The successful candidate will provide specialist assessment and treatment for Stroke patients on the Acute Stroke unit, White Cross Court Rehab unit, and the Community Stroke team in York. This is a rotational post between Stroke and Neuro, initially focusing on Stroke in the Community Stroke team. The role includes contributing to service and professional development, supporting student placements, and supervising colleagues.

We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for learning and professional development
• Dedicated career pathways
• Support for wellbeing
• NHS discounts and salary sacrifice schemes

If you are employed by the Trust and applying on a secondment basis, please seek permission from your manager before applying.

This role allows development of clinical, operational, service improvement, and leadership skills. We have a structured supervision program, and proactive personal development is encouraged. Candidates should have postgraduate experience in Stroke, with knowledge of discharge planning and patient-centered rehabilitation. Training is available from Advanced Clinical Specialists. We support a home-first culture to maximize patient independence and safety.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact us for more information.

Benefits include:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
• 27 days holiday, rising to 33
• Various leave options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on various services and products

For more details, visit the Trust's Staff Benefits pages.

For further information or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Sally O'Connell
• Job title: AHP Team Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]