Senior Clinical Fellow in Emergency Medicine 80:20 Frailty

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Physiotherapist to lead a dedicated Rheumatology team in Bristol. This role involves managing a diverse caseload, providing evidence-based care, and participating in research and service development. With a commitment to professional growth, you will enjoy leadership and mentoring opportunities, alongside a supportive team environment. Join a vibrant NHS trust, serving over 500,000 people, and contribute to innovative patient care while enjoying the benefits of a healthy work-life balance in a beautiful city setting.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Access to leadership and mentoring programs

Regular training opportunities

Wellbeing sessions

Participation in research and service development

Qualifications

• Significant experience treating musculoskeletal/rheumatological conditions.
• Experience in clinical supervision and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Providing evidence-based care for patients with rheumatology issues.
• Leading specialist clinics alongside consultants.

Skills

Leadership and organizational skills

Commitment to professional development

Teamworking and communication skills

Clinical reasoning and problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent

HCPC registration

Postgraduate training in musculoskeletal/rheumatology

Job description

Senior Clinical Fellow in Emergency Medicine 80:20 Frailty, Bristol

Client: University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 19b97e63f4cb

Job Views: 9

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

We recognize the importance of a healthy work-life balance and encourage flexible working arrangements. We especially welcome applications from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, as they are underrepresented within the Trust.

Find out about our values here: Our Trust Values

Are you a Physiotherapist passionate about Rheumatology seeking the next step in your career? Join our dedicated Rheumatology team at University Hospital Bristol and Weston as a Band 7 Team Lead Rheumatology Physiotherapist.

Our team comprises senior physiotherapists and occupational therapists working collaboratively across Bristol and Weston hospital sites. Learn more about our Rheumatology services: Rheumatology Services

You will share team lead responsibilities with the B7 occupational therapist, managing a diverse and complex caseload of patients with rheumatological conditions. You will build relationships with multidisciplinary teams and develop your professional career through various benefits and opportunities, including:

• Providing evidence-based care for patients with rheumatology issues
• Leading specialist clinics alongside consultants
• Participating in research and service development
• Regular team meetings, wellbeing sessions, and training opportunities
• Access to leadership, coaching, and mentoring programs

You will be based at both Bristol Royal Infirmary and Weston General Hospital.

Discover more staff benefits here: Staff Benefits

UHBW is one of the largest NHS trusts, serving over 500,000 people across South West England, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and more than 100 clinical services. We are committed to safeguarding, promoting diversity, and delivering excellent patient care through innovation and research. Our hospitals offer a vibrant city life close to countryside and seaside attractions. We are dedicated to creating a diverse workforce and designing services around patient needs.

Please see the attached document for detailed job description and person specification. We encourage informal inquiries and departmental tours.

Knowledge and Experience

• Significant experience treating musculoskeletal/rheumatological conditions as a Band 6 therapist
• Experience in clinical supervision, mentoring, and teaching
• People management experience, including supervising undergraduates

Qualifications and Training

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• HCPC registration
• Postgraduate training in musculoskeletal/rheumatology
• Experience across core physiotherapy areas (musculoskeletal, neurology, respiratory, trauma, orthopaedics)

Skills and Abilities

• Leadership and organizational skills
• Commitment to professional development
• Teamworking and communication skills
• Clinical reasoning and problem-solving
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects

We look forward to your application and hope you will join us in shaping our future together. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and safeguarding.