Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapist

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate and skilled Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapist to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse patient population and gain extensive experience in paediatric respiratory care. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, providing emergency physiotherapy coverage, and managing your own caseload. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are an enthusiastic physiotherapist eager to make a difference in children's lives, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy required.
• Health Professionals Council Registration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of paediatric respiratory patients.
• Provide 24-hour emergency chest physiotherapy coverage.

Skills

Teamwork in multidisciplinary settings

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Health Professionals Council Registration

Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Job description

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Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapist, London

Client:

Great Ormond Street Hospital

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist to fill a band 6 rotational post (for 18 months) within the cardiorespiratory physiotherapy team at Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced band 5 physiotherapist or band 6 therapist, with a specialist interest in paediatric respiratory physiotherapy, to join our dynamic, forward-thinking, and friendly team. The team includes a band 8 physiotherapist, seven full-time band 7s, two general rotational band 6 physiotherapists, and a band 4 assistant. You will gain extensive cardiorespiratory skills through rotations on PICU/NICU and CICU, as well as cystic fibrosis and acute respiratory medicine. Participation in the out-of-hours respiratory physiotherapy service is expected. Previous respiratory and paediatric experience is essential; PICU and cardiothoracic experience is desirable.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake all aspects of your clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your work.
• To accept clinical responsibility for your caseload and prioritize appropriately, working without direct supervision. Support from senior physiotherapists is available as needed.
• To conduct comprehensive assessments of paediatric respiratory patients, including those with complex presentations, using specialised investigative and analytical skills.
• Provide 24-hour emergency chest physiotherapy coverage via an on-call service after normal working hours. Overtime duties are expected as required.
• Assess competency in respiratory skills with a senior respiratory therapist before commencing on-call duties, with annual reassessment.
• Supervise assistants daily.
• Organize and plan your caseload to meet service and patient priorities, adjusting plans as situations change.

Working for our organisation

GOSH is committed to recruiting based on ability and merit, ensuring a fair, open, and unbiased process. We promote diversity and inclusion, valuing all staff regardless of background, identity, or status. We welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities, long-term health conditions, and LGBT+ members.

Our policies ensure fair treatment for all employees. We are accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We have active staff networks supporting diversity and inclusion, open to all employees.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description and person specification outline key tasks, responsibilities, qualifications, skills, and experience required. Please view the attached documents for detailed information.

Person specification

GOSH Culture and Values

• Our Always values
• Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Knowledge of Diversity and Inclusion challenges.
• Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy.
• Health Professionals Council Registration.
• CPD evidence, including postgraduate courses.
• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
• Membership of clinical interest groups (e.g., ACPRC/APCP).

Skills and abilities

• Ability to work within physiotherapy and multidisciplinary teams.
• Effective time management and delegation skills.
• Capability to manage own caseload and seek help when needed.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, written).
• Good organizational skills.

Knowledge & Experience

• Broad physiotherapy experience across various specialties, including respiratory, orthopaedics, neurology, and paediatrics at Band 5 or 6 level.
• Knowledge of common paediatric respiratory conditions and treatments.
• Experience in cardiothoracic and paediatric intensive care units.
• Previous Band 6 level experience.
• Experience in service development, research, and audit.