Bank - Physiotherapist

NHS; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool seeks a qualified Physiotherapist to assess and treat patients, under the guidance of Senior Therapists. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, participating in clinical rotations, and maintaining patient records. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Physiotherapy, Health Professions Council Registration, and experience in various specialties including acute medicine and rehabilitation. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy required.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council necessary.
• Experience in acute medicine and rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients referred to the team.
• Implement treatment plans based on clinical diagnosis.
• Participate in rotations as part of the Staff grade program.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Effective communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Reliability

I.T. skills

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Health Professions Council Registration

Job description

Job Overview

To assess and treat patients referred to the team, with both direct/indirect supervision and guidance from Senior Therapists. To participate in a range of Ward settings and Outpatient departments. To assist Senior staff in the organisation of work within a clinical area and supervising Physiotherapy Assistants, Work Experience Students and Healthcare Cadets.

Main duties

• To undertake Physiotherapy assessment, clinically diagnose, implement treatment plans and evaluate care delivery according to health care needs for routine patients.
• To undertake Physiotherapy assessment, clinically diagnose, implement treatment plans and evaluate care delivery according to health care needs for complex patients with the support of Senior Therapists within the team.
• To participate in Clinical Specialist led clinics as required per rotation.
• To participate in Physiotherapy rotations as part of the Staff grade rotation programme.
• To liaise regularly with Senior colleagues regarding management of caseload, treatment progression and on‑going care.
• To participate in departmental planned out of hours working and the Emergency On‑Call Rota.
• To comply with Health & Safety Policies of the Trust, including mandatory training and attendance.
• To comply with departmental and organisational policies and procedures.
• To report and deal with all accidents, incidents and hazards according to Trust requirements.
• To comply with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards and rules of professional conduct.
• To maintain accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Trust and Departmental Standards of Practice.
• To ensure treatments offered to patients are based on best available clinical evidence.
• To comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott recommendations.
• To participate in Clinical Audit as appropriate in each speciality area under the supervision of a Senior Therapist.
• To gain valid informed consent in line with Trust and departmental policy.
• To identify clinical risk within own patient case‑load and liaise with Senior Therapist for appropriate support.
• To maintain competency to practice through CPD activities and maintain a portfolio reflecting personal development.
• To assist with the induction and training of new staff and students assigned to the team.
• To actively participate in the In‑Service training programmes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy.
• Health Professions Council Registration.
• Experience in a wide range of specialties including acute medicine, respiratory, musculoskeletal and rehabilitation.
• UK NHS experience (undergraduate or postgraduate).
• Some experience as a basic grade.
• Member of a special interest group.
• Ability to manage own caseload.
• Good clinical, planning and evaluation skills.
• Time management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• I.T. skills.
• Able to work as a team member.
• Reliability.
• Willingness to work flexibly.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities – from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award‑winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page.

Job location

Liverpool University Hospitals, Liverpool, L9 7AL