Highly Specialist Physiotherapy in Stroke and Neurology

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in London seeks a Band 7 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist for Stroke and Neurology. The role involves comprehensive patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient rehabilitation and quality of life.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Access to cutting-edge facilities

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Stroke and Neurology rehabilitation.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Proven ability to conduct thorough assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical abilities.
• Develop tailored treatment plans utilizing evidence-based techniques.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for holistic care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Assessment skills

Treatment planning

Education

BSc or MSc in Physiotherapy

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Highly Specialist Physiotherapy in Stroke and Neurology, London

Client:

Barts Health NHS Trust

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

834f2c2d769b

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3

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job overview

Band 7 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist in Stroke and Neurology

Location: Newham University Hospital

Title: Band 7 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist - Stroke and Neurology

Band: 7

Base: Newham University Hospital (NUH)

Are you a skilled and dedicated Physiotherapist with a passion for Stroke and Neurology rehabilitation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, eager to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives? If so, an exciting opportunity awaits you at Newham University Hospital within Barts Health NHS Trust.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Band 7 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist to join our dynamic Stroke and Neurology team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the multidisciplinary team, working with patients who have suffered strokes and neurological conditions. Your expertise will contribute to their rehabilitation journey, helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical abilities, neurological conditions, and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop tailored treatment plans, utilizing evidence-based techniques and therapeutic interventions.
• Deliver one-on-one and group therapy sessions to enhance patients' mobility, coordination, strength, and overall function.
• Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Nurses, to provide holistic care.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families, empowering them to actively participate in the rehabilitation process.
• Contribute to the development of departmental policies, protocols, and research initiatives.

Working for our organisation

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Requirements:

• BSc or MSc in Physiotherapy, or equivalent qualification.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Extensive experience in Stroke and Neurology rehabilitation, demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge.
• Proven ability to conduct thorough assessments and formulate individualized treatment plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and engage with patients and their families.
• Commitment to professional development and keeping up to date with the latest advancements in the field.
• Experience in mentoring and supporting junior staff is advantageous.

Why Join Us:

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and continuous learning. With access to cutting-edge facilities and resources, you'll have the tools you need to provide exceptional care.

To find out more or discuss the role further please e-mail Asif Patel, Team Lead

Person specification

Experience

• Extensive postgraduate experience in stroke, neurology, and respiratory rotations
• Experience of working within the NHS
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Skills

• Ability to complete a neuro physical assessment
• Ability to make treatment plans for neuro patients
• Ability to participate in complex discharge planning
• Ability to complete accurate and legible notes
• Ability to prioritize, plan and pace own caseload and support other staff to do this