Rotational Physiotherapist

NHS North East London; Romford; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Romford is seeking a full-time Band 5 rotational physiotherapist to join their supportive teams. The position involves diverse rotations every 6 months, engaging in varied physiotherapy practices including MSK and community rehabilitation. Ideal candidates are newly qualified or experienced physiotherapists eager to advance their skills in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. The role includes a high-cost area supplement and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Benefits

High Cost Area Supplement

Regular training and supervision

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or experienced physiotherapist.
• Clinical reasoning skills for patient assessment.
• Ability to develop individual treatment programs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Band 5 rotational scheme.
• Perform competent assessments of patients.
• Develop physiotherapy treatment programs based on evidence.

Job description

Full time (37.5 hours per week) Band 5 rotational physiotherapist

Overview

Are you a newly qualified physiotherapist or an experienced Band 5 looking to build on your experience? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our friendly and supportive physiotherapy teams based in North East London, bordering with Essex. Our services are committed to providing an excellent environment for professional growth and offers regular training, supervision and support for career progression including a preceptorship programme for all Newly qualified health professionals that encourages development and collaborative working with a variety of clinical staff. Your caseload will be varied and interesting, rotating every 6 months through the North East London boroughs of Havering, Barking and Dagenham, and Redbridge.

Rotational Schedule

Our varied community , outpatient and ward based rotations include :

• MSK Physiotherapy Outpatients
• Community rehabilitation (Neuro)
• Stroke rehabilitation
• Community Respiratory
• Inpatient rehabilitation wards
• Intensive Rehabilitation Service

Main Responsibilities

• To participate in the Band 5 rotational scheme across the trust in a range of settings (out-patient departments, health clinics, inpatient wards and patient homes).
• To perform a competent assessment of patients, including those with multiple pathologies, using clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to formulate a diagnosis based on the clinical findings of their condition. Working with access to direct supervision from a more senior physiotherapist.
• To develop and provide an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on best evidence-based practice, the treatment options may include the use of manual techniques, exercise classes, electrotherapy techniques and other alternate options.

Values 2025 - 2030

Working with our colleagues, patients and carers, we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT.

• We are kind.
• We are respectful.
• We work together with our communities.

Probationary Period

This post will be subject to a probationary period.

High Cost Area Supplement London

This post also attracts payment for High-Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary. (with a minimum of £4,714 to a maximum of £5,941).

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at Northeast London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application. We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Use of AI

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