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An established industry player is seeking a dynamic and qualified physiotherapist specializing in lower limb orthopaedics to join their thriving outpatient therapy team. This role involves managing complex orthopaedic cases and working collaboratively with senior clinicians to enhance service delivery. The position offers excellent development opportunities and the chance to lead service improvements while participating in research projects. If you are passionate about providing high-quality patient care and eager to contribute to a team committed to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.
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Client: University College London Hospitals
Location: London, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 3ded45422b32
Job Views: 5
Posted: 05.05.2025
Expiry Date: 19.06.2025
Job overview
Lower Limb Musculoskeletal Advanced Practice Physiotherapist (Clinical Specialist)
We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, dynamic & suitably qualified physiotherapist with a specialist interest in Lower limb Orthopaedics to join our Musculoskeletal (MSK) Outpatient Therapy team at University College Hospital (UCH).
Working alongside the wider surgical, medical & nursing teams, the successful candidate will have a pivotal role in leading the development & provision of services related to complex lower limb disorders within the Musculoskeletal outpatient physiotherapy service.
We are a thriving department in the centre of London that offers excellent development & educational opportunities, with strong links to medical & surgical colleagues, community facilities, and established group-based rehabilitation classes.
The post involves managing a physiotherapy caseload of predominantly orthopaedic outpatients with complex Lower Limb conditions, including surgical & non-surgical cases requiring pre-habilitation & rehabilitation.
You will work with senior clinicians to deliver, coordinate, and evaluate the MSK Physiotherapy service, with opportunities to develop and lead service improvements and participate in research projects.
Main duties of the job
You will facilitate evidence-informed patient care, sharing knowledge to support & develop physiotherapy best practices in line with guidelines.
Significant previous MSK outpatient experience at Band 7 level, including Orthopaedic & Rheumatology patient management, is required. You should possess excellent clinical, communication, reasoning, and rehabilitative skills, and be capable of providing high-quality, autonomous physiotherapy services.
You should demonstrate ongoing CPD at a Masters level or equivalent and be flexible in your work approach. As an expert clinician & leader, you will assist in education, supervision, and training of less experienced staff and students, supported by ongoing professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities also include managerial and administrative duties, including operational management of lower limb rehabilitation classes.
You will be supported by a team of senior clinicians, including Advanced Practice Physiotherapists, Consultant Physiotherapists, and Heads of Service.
Working for our organisation
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is a leading NHS trust serving a diverse population. We provide top-quality patient care, education, and research across multiple sites, including University College Hospital and specialized centers for neurology, ENT, cancer, and more.
We are committed to sustainability, aiming for a net zero carbon health service by 2031 for direct emissions and 2040 for indirect emissions.