Rotational Physiotherapist

NHS; Swindon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Band 5 Rotational Physiotherapist to join their dedicated team. This role involves managing a diverse caseload across various settings, including Outpatients and Mental Health. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, developing care plans, and promoting patient independence through effective treatment strategies. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to empowering individuals and delivering exceptional healthcare services. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that values teamwork and ambition.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration required.
• Ongoing CPD and reflective practice are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a designated caseload and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Develop and evaluate care plans ensuring accurate documentation.
• Communicate sensitive patient information to promote collaboration.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Clinical reasoning

Manual skills

Ability to analyze conditions

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Ongoing CPD/reflective practice

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a Band 5 Rotational Physiotherapist.

You will participate in a 6-monthly rotation scheme, managing your own caseload, evaluating interventions, and documenting in line with CSP standards.

You will provide physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and advice across various settings, including Outpatients, Neighbourhood Multi-professional Teams, Orthopaedics, Acute Therapies, Mental Health, and Paediatrics.

Main duties of the job:

1. Be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of your work, including managing a designated caseload and prioritising tasks.
2. Undertake comprehensive assessments of patients with diverse symptoms and pathologies, using appropriate clinical reasoning and manual skills.
3. Develop, implement, and evaluate care plans, ensuring accurate documentation of needs and wishes.
4. Set therapeutic goals with patients and evaluate outcomes to promote independence.
5. Aware of personal clinical limitations and know when to refer to senior staff or other specialists.

About us

Our STAR values—Service, Teamwork, Ambition, and Respect—guide our commitment to delivering excellent services. We aim to empower individuals to lead healthier, independent lives, whether at home, in the community, or in hospital.

Details:

• Date posted: 09 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 249-7147873-1
• Location: Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6BB

Job responsibilities include:

• Effective communication of sensitive patient information to promote collaborative working.
• Utilise verbal and non-verbal communication, including with patients with communication difficulties.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation per CSP and Trust guidelines, including daily statistical input.
• Obtain and document consent for treatments.
• Participate in emergency duty, on-call, and weekend schemes as per local agreements.
• Represent the physiotherapy service in multidisciplinary meetings, contributing to patient progress reviews and discharge planning.
• Maintain clinical credibility through supervision and training.

Please see the attached Job Description for further details.

Person Specification:

Qualifications (Essential):

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• Ongoing CPD/reflective practice

Desirable:

• MSCP

Experience (Essential):

• Broad clinical experience in acute inpatient and outpatient NHS placements
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable:

• Participation in audits

Knowledge and Skills (Essential):

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate with patients with complex needs
• Ability to perform assessments and analyze conditions
• Understanding of clinical governance and outcome measures

Desirable:

• Empathy in difficult situations
• Teaching and presentation skills

This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks, UK registration, and sponsorship requirements as applicable.