Rotational Specialist Physiotherapist

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a dynamic Physiotherapist to join its Therapy Department on a 9-month fixed-term contract. The role involves working in a variety of clinical areas and collaborating with a dedicated team to provide high-quality patient care. Candidates must have prior experience as a Band 6 or 5 Physiotherapist and show a strong commitment to service development and compassionate care. This position offers excellent development opportunities and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Complimentary refreshments

Flexible working arrangements

Discounted gym membership

Generous annual leave

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme

On-site nursery

Staff health and wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Ability to work well on own initiative.
• Demonstrated skills in service development.
• Strong commitment to compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic therapy to patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Collaborate with all members of the MDT.
• Be responsible for the management of patients.

Skills

Proactive flexible approach

Service development skills

Compassionate care

Education

Previous experience as a Band 6 or 5 Physiotherapist

Job description

Our Therapy Department is currently looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Physiotherapist to join our cohort of rotational band 6's on a Fixed term contract for 9 months.

The rotations are 8 months in length and cover the following areas:

• Respiratory – Respiratory medicine including NIV, General surgery including ERP programme and ICU
• MSK Outpatients including hydrotherapy
• Inpatient Orthopaedics – Trauma and Elective
• Acute Stroke Unit
• Acute assessment and Frailty team
• MSK outreach and domiciliary service

Working as part of a dedicated and skilled Therapy Services team you will be providing a holistic therapy approach to patients in both an inpatient and outpatient setting. There is a strong expectation to collaborate with all members of the MDT to ensure the complex needs of patients are always at the centre of your care.

A programme of leadership development sessions is available as well as the opportunity to be involved in the education of the MDT, appraisal mentor and service development projects.

We have a dedicated Therapy practice education team whose role is to support staff and student development.

Responsibilities

• Professional responsibilities:
  • To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care.
  • To undertake the comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with a complex presentation/multi‑pathologies; use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition.
  • To formulate, deliver and evaluate individual physiotherapy treatment programmes based on a sound knowledge of evidence‑based practice and treatment options using advanced clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills.
  • To maintain own continuing professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, and incorporate them as necessary into your work.
• Organisational responsibilities:
  • To be responsible for teaching student physiotherapists to graduate level on physiotherapeutic skills and knowledge within core clinical areas.
  • Providing support & guidance to other physiotherapists and assistants.
  • To be responsible for the supervision and coordination of band 5 staff, students and assistants on a daily basis, in conjunction with the Lead Therapist for each clinical area as required.
  • To ensure that your own practice and that of staff under your supervision meet the required professional standards of physiotherapy practice.
  • To be responsible for the safe and competent use of appropriate equipment by patients, band 5 therapy staff, assistants and student physiotherapists, through teaching, training and supervision of practice.
• Clinical duties:
  • The post holder will participate in the respiratory on‑call rota (including weekends and bank holidays as required).
  • The post holder will also work within a 7‑day service whilst on rotation with the Acute Assessment & Frailty Team, and cover weekend shifts whilst on rotation on the Acute Stroke Unit.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Band 6 or 5 Physiotherapist is essential.
• Ability to demonstrate a proactive flexible approach and to be able to work well on own initiative is essential.
• Demonstrable skills in service development are desirable, along with a keen interest in educating fellow healthcare colleagues.
• Strong commitment to compassionate care and a desire to be part of a team developing Therapy Services in Milton Keynes.

Benefits

• Free on‑site parking including EV charging
• Complimentary refreshments
• Flexible working arrangements
• Discounted gym membership
• Salary sacrifice car schemeGenerous annual leave, with the option to bank holiday entitlement
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
• On‑site nursery (charges apply)
• A wide‑ranging staff health and wellbeing programme including EAP
• VIVUP products to support your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing

About Milton Keynes University Hospital

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting‑edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state‑of‑the‑art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24‑bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.

At Milton Keynes University Hospital, you will be welcomed into a friendly and supportive environment where teamwork and respect are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to live our Trust values and behaviours every day, creating a culture where everyone feels heard and valued. MKUH staff's motivation and involvement scores are among the highest in our peer group, showing that our people feel inspired and included in decision‑making (Staff Survey, 2024).