Physiotherapist

TopNurse; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist for the Emergency Department at a major hospital in London. The role involves managing patient rehabilitation and requires previous acute medicine experience. Benefits include competitive pay, a flexible working schedule, and comprehensive support. Ideal candidates must have relevant qualifications and HCPC registration.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Flexible working schedule

Health and wellbeing support

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Online CPD training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in NHS Acute settings is essential.
• Skills in Head Injury Assessment and Treatment (for OT).
• Experience in acute medicine, cardiorespiratory, orthopaedics, and neurology required.

Responsibilities

• Work flexibly between the Emergency Department and Acute Medicine areas.
• Manage complex rehabilitation of patients.
• Demonstrate discharge planning skills under pressure.

Skills

Occupational therapy skills

Cardiorespiratory assessment

Orthopedic skills

Neurology knowledge

Education

Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy degree (BSc)

HCPC Registration

Job description

Location: Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, SW10 9NH

Contract Type: Locum

Salary: £20-£25 per hour

Employment Type: Full Time

About the Role

A Healthcare provider is seeking an experienced and energetic individual to work within the Emergency Department (ED) & Acute Medicine services at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital. The role involves working between the Emergency Department and the Acute Assessment Unit. It requires strong occupational therapy skills across a range of specialties, including cardiorespiratory, orthopedics, medical, and neurology.

Key duties include:

• Working flexibly between the ED and Acute Medicine areas.
• Managing complex rehabilitation of patients.
• Demonstrating discharge planning skills and working autonomously under pressure.

The role would suit a Physiotherapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) with an interest and experience in acute medicine or related areas.

Essential Qualifications

We are looking for a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with:

• Degree: Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy degree (BSc) or diploma.
• HCPC Registration.
• NHS Acute Experience.
• Head Injury Assessment and Treatment Skills for OT / Respiratory Assessment and Treatment Skills for Physio.
• Experience in acute medicine, cardiorespiratory, orthopaedics, and neurology.

Desirable Skills

• CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) membership.
• Experience in ICU.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate: £20 - £25 per hour (locum role).
• Flexible working schedule: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Supportive work environment with access to Health Assured (mental health and wellbeing support).
• First access to shifts across multiple NHS Trusts with the ability to block-book shifts in advance.
• Holiday pay, pension scheme, and online CPD training opportunities.