Rotational Physiotherapist – Band 6 (Acute & Respiratory)

St. Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Sefton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mersey and West Lancashire NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to join our rotational programme. You will provide high standards of care across acute inpatient rotations, including Cardiac & Respiratory Rehab, Surgery, Trauma and Orthopaedics, Stroke, and Acute Medicine.

You will participate in the respiratory on-call service and contribute to 7-day therapy coverage, while pursuing CPD and development toward Band 6 leadership.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Physiotherapy Degree and HCPC registration.
• Evidence-based practice knowledge and clinical reasoning skills required.
• Experience working in a NHS or similar clinical setting advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard Physiotherapy across acute inpatient rotations.
• Be an active member of the respiratory on-call service (evenings/weekends).
• Perform advanced assessments and develop individualised treatment plans.
• Collaborate with AHP colleagues to optimise therapy resources.
• Manage a defined caseload and contribute to patient flow and discharge planning.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Communication

Time management

Team leadership

MDT experience

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Postgrad MSc

Job description

Mersey and West Lancashire NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to join our rotational programme. You will provide high standards of care across acute inpatient rotations, including Cardiac & Respiratory Rehab, Surgery, Trauma and Orthopaedics, Stroke, and Acute Medicine.

You will participate in the respiratory on-call service and contribute to 7-day therapy coverage, while pursuing CPD and development toward Band 6 leadership.