Lead Acute Stroke Physiotherapist – Clinical Specialist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; St Asaph; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales invites applications for a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist in the Acute Stroke team at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd. This Band 7 post offers high‑level clinical leadership within a dedicated multidisciplinary team, focusing on advanced stroke assessment, intervention and rehabilitation.

Welsh language skills are desirable, and applicants may submit in Welsh or English.

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC registered with a relevant therapy degree and postgraduate qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development portfolio.
• Membership of a relevant special interest group (CSP preferred).
• Experience with extended scope skills in the specialty.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of high quality stroke physiotherapy service within the sub-specialism.
• Assess and manage complex stroke patients and optimise recovery.
• Develop practice extending the scope of traditional physiotherapy.
• Provide training and support to physiotherapists and support staff.
• Maintain governance arrangements within the sub-specialty area.

Skills

Advanced clinical skills

Clinical reasoning

Evidence appraisal

Written and verbal communication

Professional independence

Negotiation/influence

Leadership

Extended scope practice

Education

Degree / Graduate Diploma in relevant Therapy

HCPC registered

Masters qualification (postgraduate)

CPD portfolio

Job description

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales invites applications for a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist in the Acute Stroke team at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd. This Band 7 post offers high‑level clinical leadership within a dedicated multidisciplinary team, focusing on advanced stroke assessment, intervention and rehabilitation.

Welsh language skills are desirable, and applicants may submit in Welsh or English.