rotational Physiotherapist

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Hasland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS hospital trust is seeking a Rotational Physiotherapist to join their team. The role involves assessing, treating, and educating patients, providing support within a flexible seven-day service. Applicants should demonstrate clinical knowledge in core rotations and have excellent communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional development through training sessions and peer support. Candidates will need to pay for their own DBS disclosure, deducted from their first salary payment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate clinical knowledge relevant to core rotations.
• Exhibit excellent time management and communication skills.
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the service.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and educate patients referred to the Physiotherapy service.
• Support across a seven-day service delivery schedule.
• Participate in respiratory on-call and weekend service.

Skills

Clinical knowledge in Musculoskeletal Outpatients

Flexibility

Time-management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Physiotherapist – Rotational – Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat and educate patients referred to the Physiotherapy service under the guidance of senior staff.
• Provide support across a seven‑day service delivery schedule where appropriate.
• Work flexibly across a range of specialities in accordance with workload priorities, including community rotations when required.
• Participate in respiratory on‑call and weekend service following completion of a comprehensive training and supervision package.
• Attend a face‑to‑face interview if shortlisted.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate clinical knowledge relevant to core rotations: Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Orthopaedics, Neurology, Respiratory Care, Medicine, Critical Care and Frailty.
• Show flexibility to meet the needs of the service.
• Exhibit excellent time‑management and communication skills.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team.

Professional Development

• Supported by Senior Physiotherapists in each clinical area.
• Attendance at Trust Preceptorship Programme and monthly training sessions for Rotational Physiotherapists.
• Peer support from rotational colleagues.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidates will be required to pay for their own DBS disclosure; the cost will be deducted from the first salary payment.

Work Environment

• Flexible working arrangements can be discussed if they accommodate service needs.

COVID‑19 Vaccination

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust encourages and supports staff to be vaccinated against COVID‑19 as part of the best line of defence.