Senior Hand Therapist OT/PT | University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

University College London Hospital; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK hospital in London is seeking a qualified physiotherapist or occupational therapist to join their Hand Therapy team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload, collaborate on service delivery, and support junior staff. Strong evidence-based practice in Orthopaedics and Rheumatology is essential, along with excellent interpersonal skills. This role offers a chance to develop therapeutic protocols and engage in continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Significant NHS hand therapy experience required.
• Proven experience in Orthopaedics and Rheumatology.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD and knowledge of relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Orthopaedic and Rheumatology patients.
• Collaborate with clinical leads to evaluate hand therapy services.
• Support and supervise less experienced physiotherapy staff.
• Implement and develop best practice hand therapy protocols.

Skills

NHS hand therapy experience

Clinical reasoning skills

Interpersonal skills

Rehabilitation skills

Education

Qualified physiotherapist or occupational therapist

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a suitably qualified physiotherapist or occupational therapist to join the Hand Therapy team at UCLH, a leading Foundation Trust in central London. You will work with a dedicated team of clinicians and support staff, delivering and improving hand therapy services for Orthopaedic and Rheumatology patients.

Responsibilities

• Carry and manage a caseload of Orthopaedic and Rheumatology patients, providing evidence‑based hand therapy interventions.
• Collaborate with the clinical lead to deliver, coordinate and evaluate the Hand Therapy service, ensuring compliance with local and national guidelines.
• Take responsibility for the operational management of the team, supporting and supervising less experienced physiotherapy staff.
• Implement, facilitate and develop best practice hand therapy protocols, including splinting techniques and rehabilitation plans.
• Engage in education and training activities for allied health and medical colleagues, contributing to the continuous professional development of the department.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of CPD requirements and relevant legislation, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Qualified physiotherapist or occupational therapist with significant NHS hand therapy experience.
• Proven experience in Orthopaedics and Rheumatology, with a range of clinical reasoning and rehabilitation skills appropriate to the caseload, including splinting.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD and knowledge of current legislation governing physiotherapy and occupational therapy practice.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work flexibly, and a demonstrated capacity to train and supervise junior staff.

To learn more about the main responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.
This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Dec 2025.