Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

NHS; Crewe; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Crewe is seeking a Band 6 Pelvic Health Physiotherapist to join their pelvic health team. This permanent, full-time role requires HCPC registered physiotherapists with experience in pelvic health. Responsibilities include providing assessments and treatments, supervising junior staff, and developing individualized treatment plans. Competitive salary ranging from £38,682 to £46,580 per annum is offered. Interested applicants must meet UK professional registration requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience working in Pelvic Health.
• Experience supporting student physiotherapists.
• Evidence of attendance at postgraduate courses relevant to pelvic health.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for patients with complex pelvic floor dysfunction.
• Supervise and support junior staff and external students.
• Formulate evidence-based individualized treatment plans.

Skills

Independent management of pelvic health patients

Multidisciplinary team working

Advanced communication skills

Clinical educator training

Education

HCPC registered Physiotherapist

Completion of POGP or equivalent course

Job description

Job Summary

Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP) is looking for a positive and motivated Band 6 Pelvic Health Physiotherapist to join our pelvic health team in the Community Bladder & Bowel Service. The team is expanding to support the growing demand for pelvic health care. Candidates should have a keen interest in pelvic floor health and associated conditions to support and shape the service, meeting patient expectations and best practice guidelines. You will work alongside experienced Pelvic Health Physiotherapists, a Band 7 Clinical Lead, two Band 6 Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists, Community Bladder & Bowel Specialist Nurses, and Acute Trust teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a Clinical Specialist, providing assessment and treatment for male and female patients with complex pelvic floor dysfunction in an outpatient setting.
• Demonstrate advanced communication skills when treating complex patients, overcoming barriers such as embarrassment or anxiety.
• Receive in‑house and external training to develop competencies, including conducting internal vaginal and anorectal examinations.
• Use evidence‑based principles to assess, plan, and deliver individualised treatment programmes.
• Assist the Clinical Team Lead, Specialist Nurses, and other physiotherapists with the day‑to‑day running of clinics and participate in MDT meetings.
• Help develop, promote, and improve the service within primary and secondary care settings.
• Supervise, educate, and support junior staff, assistants, and external students on placement where applicable.
• Work autonomously to manage a defined complex patient caseload as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Respect patients’ individuality, values, and cultural diversity, providing sensitive care.
• Obtain consent for treatment, motivate patients, and overcome barriers such as cognitive or sensory impairments.
• Formulate evidence‑based individualised treatment plans in agreement with patients.
• Implement specialist individual and/or group interventions for patients with diverse presentations and complex needs.
• Monitor progress, review treatment plans, and facilitate achievement of goals.
• Provide appropriate oral and written information for patients and carers.
• Maintain accurate documentation in line with professional standards and local policies.
• Record and submit clinical PROMS and provide timely written reports to referring agents.
• Ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients, liaising with other agencies as necessary.
• Maintain competence in the safe use of equipment, providing support and training to staff and patients.

Person Specification

• Essential Qualifications – HCPC registered Physiotherapist; experience working within the NHS.
• Desirable Qualifications – experience supporting student physiotherapists; experience working with assistants.
• Essential Experience – experience working in Pelvic Health.
• Desirable Experience – completion of POGP or equivalent course.
• Essential Skills – evidence of independently managing pelvic health patients; evidence of multidisciplinary team working; attendance at postgraduate courses relevant to pelvic health.
• Desirable Skills – clinical educator training.

Job Details

• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: 6
• Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Location: Infinity House, Mallard Way, Crewe, CW1 6ZQ

Additional Information

• This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure and Barring Service check is required.
• Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome; UK professional registration is mandatory.
• Employer: Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/