Physiotherapist (Urgent Care)

Integrated Care System; Stockport; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Stockport is seeking an experienced autonomous Physiotherapist to provide comprehensive care in urgent care settings. This role includes conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and liaising with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality services. Candidates must have prior Band 5 experience, a degree in Physiotherapy, and HCPC registration. The position offers a salary range of £38,682 - £46,580 pro-rata and various benefits, including generous annual leave and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars

Cycle to work scheme

Local financial advice through Stockport Credit Union

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration required.
• Experience with Long Term Conditions and previous Band 5 Physiotherapy experience.
• Research or audit experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced holistic triage and assessment of patients.
• Develop and deliver individualized treatment programs.
• Manage a caseload independently with indirect supervision.

Skills

Professional and ethical analysis

Effective communication and teamwork

Autonomous working and problem-solving

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Membership of CSP

Job description

To work across the domain of Urgent Care, including the Emergency Department, Acute Medical Unit, Acute Frailty Unit, and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC).

To work with the Multi-disciplinary Team to promote an efficient, effective service for patients and carers.

Work as an autonomous practitioner, both professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of the professional and clinical work.

Focus therapeutic intervention for symptoms and difficulties associated with presenting diagnosis; being guided by recommendations from up-to-date NICE Guidelines.

To have responsibility for the therapeutic management of patients within the speciality care pathway.

To be responsible for a designated caseload of patients, where you will assess patients, implement and evaluate treatment plans, and coordinate therapeutic interventions.

You will assist in the organisation, development, promotion, and delivery of the Service.

To liaise with health, education, and social services, working in partnership with primary and secondary care, social prescribers, and other external agencies to ensure the delivery of high-quality care.

Make recommendations to the team leader for changes to practice, lead the implementation of specific changes as required, and contribute to service guidelines.

Main duties of the job

1. Perform advanced holistic triage and assessment of patients with multi-system symptom presentation associated with complex physical, emotional, and psychological health.
2. Develop and deliver an individualized treatment programme.
3. Work collaboratively with primary and secondary healthcare services, third sector services, social prescribing, education, and social services to ensure seamless, high-quality service delivery.
4. Manage a caseload and work independently, with indirect supervision from the clinical lead via formal training, 1:1 sessions, peer review, and case studies. Support and advice from the MDT is available.
5. Provide support to the MDT and cover for absent colleagues as required.
6. Undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
7. Act as an advocate for patients and their families when necessary.
8. Carry out risk assessments in line with Trust/National Protocols.
9. Develop patient-centered intervention and management plans anticipating care needs.
10. Ensure all interventions are evidence-based and adhere to professional standards and NICE guidance.
11. Keep up to date with professional standards, recent literature, and guidelines.

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and are one of its largest employers.

We aim to improve workforce diversity to reflect our community. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and particularly from underrepresented groups.

If you require support with your application, please contact our recruitment team for assistance.

We support flexible working arrangements and consider all requests seriously.

Benefits

• 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, electronics, and more
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance services
• Local financial advice through Stockport Credit Union

Job responsibilities

As outlined above, including advanced assessment, developing treatment plans, working independently, and supporting the MDT.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment and follow Trust policies.

This position requires an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90, deducted from the first salary, and annual membership of the DBS update service (£16).

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• Membership of CSP
• CPD evidence in physical/psychological health
• Awareness of specialist interest groups

Knowledge

• Understanding of frailty and assessment tools
• Knowledge of therapy outcome measures and NICE guidance
• Principles of clinical governance and community services

Experience

• Previous Band 5 Physiotherapy experience
• Experience with Long Term Conditions and specialist areas
• Supporting junior staff and students
• Research or audit experience

Skills

• Professional and ethical analysis
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Autonomous working and problem-solving
• Work under pressure and reflect critically
• Organizational and interpersonal skills

Work Circumstances

• Flexible approach
• Professional demeanor under pressure
• Participation in weekend and on-call rota

Disclosure

This role requires an enhanced DBS check and compliance with safeguarding policies.

Salary: £38,682 - £46,580 per annum (pro-rata)