Rotational Physiotherapist

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Band 5 Physiotherapist for a rotation across various departments, including out-patients and medical care. The successful candidate will have experience in NHS settings and strong clinical reasoning skills. This role offers professional development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working as a student or qualified Physiotherapist in NHS.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients.
• High awareness of patients' needs.

Responsibilities

• Join the Band 5 rotation providing various physiotherapy services.
• Maintain CPD portfolio and participate in the preceptorship programme.
• Provide support to patients across multiple areas of practice.

Skills

Clinical reasoning skills

Good communication skills

Patient-centered care awareness

Education

Experience in NHS acute settings

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Physiotherapist. We are looking for enthusiastic Physiotherapists to join our Band 5 rotation.

Areas of Practice

• MSK out-patients, trauma and orthopaedics, respiratory care, surgical, medical, care of the elderly, paediatrics, and neurology.
• Rotations with Wirral Community Health and Care Trust within transfer to assess and community rehabilitation.

Requirements and Qualifications

The successful candidates should have experience of working in the NHS acute settings as a student or qualified Physiotherapist. They should have good clinical reasoning skills, good communication skills and a high level of awareness of patients’ needs and patient-centred care.

Professional Development and Support

The successful candidates would have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment whilst maintaining their CPD portfolio, including; the WUTH preceptorship programme lasting 12 months post qualification and named mentor with regular supervision sessions.

About Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients. Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents. We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint. We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m. The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

How to Apply / Contact

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Graeme Lambert
Job title: Clinical Lead Therapy Services
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 0151 604 7235
Internal ext 2624