Rotational Physiotherapist

Vision Data Recovery; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Band 5 Physiotherapist for a permanent, full-time role in Greater London. The successful candidate will participate in a 6-month rotation across several hospitals and will be responsible for delivering patient-focused therapy services. Essential qualifications include a professional degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration. The role requires managing diverse clinical caseloads while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. The comprehensive position includes competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid HCPC registration required.
• Professional degree in Physiotherapy necessary.
• Experience managing physical disabilities in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver patient‑centred therapy services.
• Manage patient casework and legal responsibilities.
• Educate and support patients and carers.

Skills

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Clinical decision-making based on anatomy and physiology

Clinical caseload management

Prompt decision-making

Reflection and self-appraisal

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Professional degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC Registration

Job description

Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen within Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join a 6‑month rotation scheme across St Mary's Hospital, Charing Cross Hospital and Hammersmith Hospital. The scheme includes rotations in Stroke, Respiratory, Community, Medicine, Neurosurgery, Musculoskeletal, Paediatrics, Neuro‑Rehabilitation & Orthopaedics with core focus on Physiotherapy, Medicine, and Respiratory. This role is a permanent, full‑time, 7‑day service requiring weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver patient‑centred therapy services in hospital and community settings.
• Accountably manage all aspects of own work, including patient management and legal responsibilities.
• Provide advice, education and support to patients and carers to facilitate meaningful participation in life roles.
• Communicate effectively in ward rounds, meetings and case conferences regarding caseload.
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with legal, trust and professional standards.
• Collect, collate and report statistical information per department and trust policy.
• Develop clinical and teaching skills through continuous professional development (CPPD) and maintain a current CPPD portfolio.

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional degree qualification in Physiotherapy.
• Registered with HCPC.

Desirable

• Membership of a professional body.
• Membership of a specialist section.
• Degree classification of upper second class honours or above (or equivalent).

Experience

Essential

• Experience managing physical disability.
• Experience across a wide range of clinical placements.
• Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of therapy interventions.
• Liaison with professional colleagues, carers and relatives in hospital and community.
• Experience applying professional standards and codes of conduct in a clinical setting.
• Experience using evidence‑based practice.

Desirable

• Recent junior experience in a structured rotational scheme.
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues related to patient care.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Use in‑depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to inform clinical decision‑making.
• Manage a clinical caseload and cope with pressures and prioritisation.
• Make prompt decisions based on situational knowledge/experience.
• Reflect on and critically appraise own performance.
• Appreciate the sensitivity and complexity of patients' culture and diversity and provide services appropriate to individual needs.

Desirable

• Group teaching skills.

Job Details

Band: 5
Salary: £37,259 to £45,356 per annum (inclusive)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Job location: St Mary's Hospital, Praed Street, London, W2 1NY
Reference number: 290‑MIC‑1932

Application Instructions

Applicants must be HCPC registered or have submitted registration forms. Include details of clinical placement marks in your application; supporting statement word limit is 500 words. For full job description and person specification, view the attached documents. EEO statement: Imperial College Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer.

Additional Information

The role requires Disclosure and Barring Service checks and may involve Certificate of Sponsorship considerations for skilled workers. Current UK professional registration is required for all applicants.