Senior Respiratory Physiotherapist – Critical Care Lead

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool is seeking a Band 7 Respiratory Physiotherapist to lead the critical care and respiratory service for an acute neurological caseload. You will develop and deliver high-quality physiotherapy care, education and service improvements.

The role requires senior post-registration experience, HCPC registration, and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team with a 7-day rota including on-call, weekends and extended hours.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in physiotherapy.
• Evidence of relevant postgraduate courses and up-to-date continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex clinical caseload.
• Lead and manage the critical care and respiratory physiotherapy service, ensuring high-level, evidence-based clinical intervention.
• Co-ordinate, develop and deliver a high-quality physiotherapy service.
• Work with medical and nursing staff to shape service development and quality of care.
• Provide clinical education and training to physiotherapy staff and other health professionals.
• Influence research, innovation and professional development for self and others.
• Cover a 7-day rota including on-call, weekends and extended hours.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Policy writing

Education

Physiotherapy degree

HCPC registration

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool is seeking a Band 7 Respiratory Physiotherapist to lead the critical care and respiratory service for an acute neurological caseload. You will develop and deliver high-quality physiotherapy care, education and service improvements.

The role requires senior post-registration experience, HCPC registration, and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team with a 7-day rota including on-call, weekends and extended hours.