Specialist ED Physiotherapist – Frailty & Short Stay

Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust; Harlow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist to join the Acute Therapy Team. You will provide specialist assessment and intervention across the Emergency Department OPAL unit and Short Stay wards, operating on a 7-day roster with extended hours (8am–8pm).

This fixed-term role lasts 9 months to cover maternity leave.

Qualifications

• Experienced band 6 therapist in urgent/emergency care.
• Autonomous clinician with skills in assessment and intervention.
• Commitment to timely decision-making and safe discharges.

Responsibilities

• Develop specialist clinical skills across the Emergency Department and Short Stay units.
• Maintain professional registration and accountability with relevant bodies.
• Plan and deliver departmental training and education sessions.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and MDT; accurate clinical records.
• Supervise Band 5 physiotherapist/occupational therapist on rotation and support student placements.
• Coordinate physiotherapy/occupational therapy services across ED and Short Stay wards.
• Advocate for patient safety and excellent patient experience.

Skills

Physiotherapist

Occupational Therapist

Team collaboration

Job description

Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist to join the Acute Therapy Team. You will provide specialist assessment and intervention across the Emergency Department OPAL unit and Short Stay wards, operating on a 7-day roster with extended hours (8am–8pm).

This fixed-term role lasts 9 months to cover maternity leave.