Lead Physiotherapist

The Methodist Church in Britain; Wollaton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working pattern

Leadership development

Job summary

Lead Physiotherapist role with Active Neuro, the specialist neurorehabilitation division of Active Care Group, based at The Laurels. The post focuses on specialist assessment, treatment planning and clinical leadership while shaping and developing the physiotherapy service.

Part-time at two days a week, it suits experienced physiotherapists who want leadership alongside clinical duties. Applicants need HCPC registration and significant neurological rehabilitation experience, including brain

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Significant post-qualification neurological rehab experience.
• Experience with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) a plus.
• Leadership experience within a multidisciplinary service.

Responsibilities

• Lead specialist physiotherapy assessments and develop, deliver and review individualised, evidence-based treatment programmes.
• Take responsibility for developing and managing the physiotherapy service and its standards of clinical care.
• Provide clinical leadership, guidance and support to physiotherapy colleagues, including coordinating induction, training and professional development.
• Work within the MDT on holistic rehabilitation planning, risk management and service development.
• Lead and take part in clinical audits, research and service improvements.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures, with effective communication and handover within the MDT.
• Liaise with families, carers and other professionals for a coordinated, person-centred approach to rehabilitation.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, clinical governance requirements and organisational policies.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Clinical reasoning

Treatment planning

Communication

Organisation

Time management

Prioritisation

CPD

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Lead Physiotherapist role in Active Neuro, the specialist neurorehabilitation division of Active Care Group, based at The Laurels. The post centres on specialist assessment, treatment planning and clinical leadership, while shaping and developing the physiotherapy service. It is part-time at two days a week, suiting experienced physiotherapists who want flexibility alongside a leadership role. Applicants need HCPC registration and significant neurological rehabilitation experience.

What the job involves

• Lead specialist physiotherapy assessments and develop, deliver and review individualised, evidence-based treatment programmes
• Take responsibility for developing and managing the physiotherapy service and its standards of clinical care
• Provide clinical leadership, guidance and support to physiotherapy colleagues, including coordinating induction, training and professional development
• Work within the MDT on holistic rehabilitation planning, risk management and service development
• Lead and take part in clinical audits, research and service improvements
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures, with effective communication and handover within the MDT
• Liaise with families, carers and other professionals for a coordinated, person-centred approach to rehabilitation
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, clinical governance requirements and organisational policies

What’s required

Registration & licences

• HCPC registration

Experience

• Significant post-qualification experience in neurological rehabilitation, including brain injury and other complex neurological conditions
• Experience, knowledge or a keen interest in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
• Proven leadership skills in supporting colleagues, driving service development and promoting best practice
• Experience working autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience managing complex rehabilitation needs

Skills & knowledge

• Strong clinical assessment, reasoning and treatment planning skills
• Knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding and relevant regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities

Other

• Flexible, proactive approach and commitment to continuous professional development