Physiotherapist Band 7

Atlantis Medical; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantis Medical is seeking a Band 6 Physiotherapist for a role at Northampton General Hospital, providing vital care in various acute inpatient settings. Ideal candidates will have completed a BSc in Physiotherapy, possess HCPC registration, and have experience in acute settings. The position involves assessing complex conditions, developing treatment plans, mentoring junior staff, and participating in an on-call service, with a focus on delivering compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration required.
• Experience in acute hospital settings and a minimum of four core rotations.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physiotherapy across acute inpatient rotations.
• Conduct advanced assessments and develop individualized treatment programs.
• Mentor Band 5 physiotherapists and supervise physiotherapy students.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Mentoring

Education

BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy

Job description

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Band 6 Physiotherapist (Acute Inpatient Rotations)

Location: Northampton General Hospital

Contract: 3 months initially

Pay Mechanism: Direct Pay

About Trust:

Northampton NHS Trust, officially known as Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, provides a range of healthcare services to the local community. It operates Northampton General Hospital, which offers emergency, maternity, and specialist services. The Trust is committed to delivering high-quality patient care, innovation, and community engagement while promoting staff development and well-being.

Main Duties:

• Provide high-quality physiotherapy across acute inpatient rotations: Respiratory, Surgery, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Stroke, Acute Medicine, Elderly Medicine, and Urgent Care & Frailty.
• Participate in the evening and weekend respiratory on-call service.
• Conduct advanced assessments and develop individualized treatment programs for patients with complex conditions.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapy colleagues for joint assessments and treatment plans.
• Manage a caseload independently, contributing to patient flow through board rounds and ward meetings.
• Identify patient care pathways and suitable discharge locations.
• Mentor Band 5 physiotherapists and supervise physiotherapy students.
• Support newly registered staff during their preceptorship.

Our Excellence Values:

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Integrity
• Courage

Requirements:

• BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience in acute hospital settings and a minimum of four core rotations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work autonomously.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.