Senior Hand Physiotherapist

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

An esteemed healthcare provider is looking for a Senior Physiotherapist to join their team at Southmead Hospital in Bristol. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and have experience in hand therapy. The role entails assessing complex cases, developing treatment programs, and participating in ongoing professional development. This part-time position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work within a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Evidence of experience in the musculoskeletal physiotherapy field.
• Desirable: Experience in hand physiotherapy, burn and plastic surgery fields.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat referrals from all sources, including complex dysfunctions.
• Devise patient-specific treatment programmes and monitor progress.
• Participate in audit and continuous improvement for patient management.

Skills

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

Hand therapy techniques

Patient engagement

Education

Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy

Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HPC)

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist to work in the Regional Plastic Surgery and Specialist Hand Physiotherapy team at North Bristol NHS Trust.

We are a friendly team committed to providing outstanding patient experience working closely with our surgical colleagues. We are looking for a Senior Physiotherapist with a Musculoskeletal or Plastic Surgery background to join the team!

The Brunel Bristol Hand & Upper Limb Centre provides high quality care in a highly specialised clinical area for the South West of England. As a dedicated Regional Centre of Excellence for Reconstructive Hand Surgery and a designated European Hand Trauma Centre, the Hand Centre offers a specialist physiotherapy service covering trauma, operative care and rehabilitation.

About Us

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff and delivers healthcare to residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre and an internationally recognised centre of excellence across many specialties. Our vision is to enable our teams to be the best they can be, providing exceptional, person‑centred care.

We value all people as individuals and are committed to building a diverse team that represents a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applicants from all under‑represented groups.

Details

• Date posted: 28 October 2025
• Pay: £38,682 to £46,580 a year, pro rata
• Band: 6
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part‑time
• Location: Southmead Hospital, Southmead Road, Bristol, BS10 5NB
• Reference number: 339-ASCR6849‑TJC

Job Responsibilities

• Assess and treat referrals from all sources (GP, A&E, pain, hand and upper limb clinics), including acute, chronic and complex dysfunctions.
• Assess patients following complex hand trauma, diagnose, set realistic rehabilitation goals, devise patient‑specific treatment programmes, monitor progress and determine final outcomes.
• Employ specialist physiotherapy methods based on the biopsychosocial model; re‑assess and monitor progress regularly.
• Maintain a high standard of clinical practice and pursue self‑directed clinical practice (CP).
• Participate in audit and continuous improvement to ensure patient management meets best practice.
• Provide in‑service training for physiotherapy colleagues, ensuring skills and knowledge are shared.
• Maintain full and effective clinical records and internal communications in line with departmental policy.
• Supervise, support, develop and coach staff to meet high clinical standards, skills and dexterity required for hand physiotherapy.
• Analyse and evaluate information to identify relevant problems and improve patient care.
• Teach patients self‑management techniques, home treatment programmes and activity modification to protect their condition.
• Monitor and manage patient engagement, communicate progress to consultants, GPs and other parties clearly.

Person Specification

Education / Training / Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy.
• Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HPC).
• Evidence of experience in the musculoskeletal physiotherapy field.
• Desirable: Experience in hand physiotherapy, burn and plastic surgery fields.

Work Experience

• CPD (Continuing Professional Development) portfolio demonstrably evidence‑based practice.
• Completion of core physiotherapy competencies as an undergraduate and evidence of experience across a variety of physiotherapy settings.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to confirm no relevant criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information see the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer Details

North Bristol NHS Trust – Southmead Hospital, Southmead Road, Bristol, BS10 5NB

Employer's Website

https://www.nbt.nhs.uk