Physiotherapist (Rotational) | Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in London is offering an exciting Band 5 opportunity in specialist orthopaedics. The role involves working with patients with neuro-musculoskeletal conditions across various settings. Candidates should have experience in respiratory care, a proactive attitude, and strong assessment skills. The position offers dedicated support for professional development and the potential for a Band 6 post. Join a friendly team committed to personal growth and patient care.

Benefits

Access to clinical specialists

Personal development opportunities

Accommodation may be available

Qualifications

• Previous experience in respiratory care is essential.
• Ability to formulate physiotherapy diagnoses.
• Experience working with neuro-musculoskeletal conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments of patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Develop and deliver patient-focused treatment programmes.
• Manage your own caseload and work autonomously.

Skills

Respiratory care

Clinical assessment

Autonomous practice

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity at Band 5 level to gain experience in specialist orthopaedics and working with patient with neuro‑musculoskeletal conditions.

Working with full support from well‑staffed teams you will gain experience in the following areas on 6 monthly rotations:

• Spinal cord injuries including advanced cardio‑respiratory care on ITU as well as neuro‑rehabilitation
• Adult musculoskeletal unit which includes out‑patients, rehabilitation and pain management programmes
• Elective orthopaedics – including joint reconstruction, foot and ankle and spinal surgery and pre‑admission
• Orthopaedic Oncology and Rehabilitation
• Paediatric orthopaedic surgery
• Amputee Acute and Rehabilitation

ALL CANDIDATES WILL BE EXPECTED TO ATTEND THE INTERVIEW IN PERSON AND REMOTE INTERVIEW WILL NOT BE OFFERED.

The post holder will be based at Stanmore and will be required to work on a weekend rota as part of the Therapy 7‑day service and Twilight service when covering in‑patient teams.

Candidates will need previous experience in respiratory care.

Why the RNOH Trust?

• Your personal development is at the top of our list
• Well established IPR & in‑service training programme
• As you develop you will be well placed for a band 6 post
• Friendly, supportive staff
• Access to Consultant Physiotherapists, Clinical Specialists and ESP’s
• ASPIRE Sports Centre on site
• Accommodation may be available

You will be expected to perform clinical assessment of patients with diverse and complex neuro‑musculoskeletal conditions, across the inpatient and outpatient settings.

To formulate physiotherapy diagnosis and to develop and deliver a patient focused treatment programme.

You will be responsible for own caseload working without direct supervision. All aspects of clinical duties will be undertaken as an autonomous practitioner.

Supervision takes the form of regular formal training and clinical reasoning sessions, problem case sessions and peer review.

Access to advice and support from senior colleagues is available when required.

This advert closes on Tuesday 23 Dec 2025