Physiotherapist

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a dynamic Physiotherapist to join a forward-thinking healthcare organization. This role involves managing a complex caseload of patients with neurological conditions, collaborating with a multi-professional team to deliver high-quality rehabilitation services. You will have the chance to rotate between different services, enhancing your skills and expertise. The organization is committed to innovation and sustainability, creating a supportive environment for both patients and staff. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and eager to grow in your career, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Specialist knowledge in stroke and neuro rehabilitation.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and supervise junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients in various settings, including homes and clinics.
• Act as an autonomous practitioner and provide expertise to junior staff.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Effective Communication

Time Management

Basic IT Skills

Education

Postgraduate Training in Physiotherapy

Tools

Electronic Patient Record System (Hive)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, and forward-thinking Physiotherapist with excellent clinical skills to join our Integrated Community Stroke and Neuro Rehabilitation team.

You will manage a complex caseload, including patients with Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Motor Neurone Disease, and Traumatic Brain Injury.

The role requires collaboration as part of a multi-professional team with other AHPs, nursing, and psychology colleagues to assess and deliver rehabilitation in the most appropriate environment for patients.

You need to demonstrate specialist knowledge relevant to the post, provide evidence of postgraduate training, and understand the appropriate national guidelines. There is an opportunity to rotate between the neuro-rehabilitation service and the integrated stroke rehabilitation service.

Effective communication skills are essential to manage contact with patients and carers under stress or distress. You will liaise with colleagues in acute services, GPs, specialist nurses, and social services to ensure seamless patient care.

You must manage your own time effectively, and be competent to line manage and supervise junior staff, rehabilitation assistants, and students.

Basic IT Skills are also required.

A full UK driving license and access to a car are essential.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Assessing and treating your caseload of patients in various settings, including patients’ homes and clinics needing specialist neurological intervention.
2. Acting as an autonomous practitioner and a source of expertise for junior staff, rehabilitation assistants, colleagues in the integrated community rehab services, and other healthcare professionals.
3. Referral management and triage.
4. Undertaking training, including audit and evaluation, in conjunction with GMNISDN.
5. Contributing to team in-service training and identifying personal training needs through supervision and appraisal.
6. Leading the training and supervision of student physiotherapists and rehabilitation assistants.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, with a turnover of £2.8bn. We are creating an exceptional integrated health and social care system for over 1 million patients annually.

Our organization combines 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester, Trafford, and beyond, fostering collaborative working and transformation. Our 30,000-strong workforce is encouraged to pursue ambitious goals, and we set high standards for others to emulate.

We have developed a digitally enabled organization to improve clinical quality, patient and staff experience, operational efficiency, and innovation, exemplified by Hive, our Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022.

As a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, we support high-quality research programs. We are also committed to sustainability through our Green Plan, emphasizing environmentally responsible healthcare.

At MFT, we promote a culture of inclusion and belonging, offering equal opportunities for career development, safeguarding your health and wellbeing, and shaping our future together.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Joanne Ritchie
Job Title: Clinical Lead Physiotherapist
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]

Alternatively, contact Helen Glodkowski or Alison Smith at 0161 529 6572.