Specialist Physiotherapist - Non UK Residents

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Rotational Specialist Band 6 Physiotherapist to join their inpatient team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across various clinical areas, including Trauma and Orthopaedics, ICU, and Elderly Care. The ideal candidate will be a caring and dynamic professional capable of providing high-quality physiotherapy services while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute respiratory care and multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Ability to provide clinical training and support to junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinical physiotherapy services and patient assessments.
• Supervise and support junior staff, including training and appraisals.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Patient Assessment

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Acute Respiratory Care

Clinical Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Job Opening: Rotational Specialist Band 6 Physiotherapist

This post is only open to Non-UK Residents. UK Residents should refer to vacancy 331-L15510425. Please do not apply for both posts.

Note: Due to the interview process format, face-to-face attendance at the assessment centre is required. Remote interviews via Teams are not available.

Role Overview

We are seeking a caring, experienced, creative, and dynamic physiotherapist to join as a rotational specialist band 6 physiotherapist within the inpatient team at Royal Lancaster Infirmary.

Clinical Areas Covered

1. Trauma and Orthopaedics
2. ICU/Surgery
3. Elderly care and Frailty
4. Acute Medicine, including neuro management
5. Acute respiratory

Team and Development

You will join a team of skilled band 6 physiotherapists who provide peer support, participate in monthly meetings, and are involved in leadership and development training programs. Each clinical area is led by an experienced Advanced Physiotherapist team leader, with whom you will work closely to identify service development opportunities.

Rotation and Location

The rotation period is currently 9 months, with some flexibility based on service and individual development needs. The role is based at RLI.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinical physiotherapy services within your designated area, including patient assessment, goal setting, treatment, and discharge planning in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide clinical training and support to other physiotherapists and participate in In-Service Training (IST) and external CPD activities, disseminating knowledge to the wider team.
• Participate actively in overnight on-call and respiratory weekend services. Acute respiratory experience, including on-call and weekend working, is essential.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with the MDT to promote ongoing development and integrated working.
• Supervise and support junior staff, including inductions, appraisals, and training of staff and students.
• Maintain clinical records in accordance with Trust, Care Group, and Chartered Society of Physiotherapists standards.

Additional Information

Our services operate across three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (FGH), Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH), along with community healthcare facilities. The role involves working across these sites, providing a range of general hospital and outpatient services, including emergency and critical care.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, please contact:

• Name: Elizabeth Law
• Job Title: Inpatient Physiotherapy Team Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]