Specialist Physiotherapist - Vascular Surgery | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Manchester is seeking a Senior Specialist Physiotherapist to provide high-quality care for vascular patients. You will work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, managing independent caseloads and supervising junior staff. This role involves supporting seven-day service delivery and contributing to team development initiatives. Ideal candidates will have relevant Band 6/7 experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant Band 6/7 clinical and developmental experience.
• Willingness to participate in seven-day inpatient service delivery and on-call duties.

Responsibilities

• Carry an independent caseload of patients.
• Undertake a senior specialist physiotherapy role daily.
• Provide specialist care and management for vascular patients at the Manchester Vascular Centre.
• Support inpatient services across 7 days.
• Supervise junior staff and students.
• Engage in service and team development.

Skills

Excellent clinical reasoning skills

Calm but assertive communication

Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Supervision of clinical staff and students

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the supportive and enthusiastic Vascular Surgery Therapy Team for a forward-thinking Senior Specialist Physiotherapist. You will be working as part of a dynamic, well-established, multidisciplinary team, alongside experienced Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Rehabilitation Assistants. We promote close multidisciplinary team working allowing a holistic approach to patient care. The role within the team will be to provide specialist care and management of vascular patients on the Manchester Vascular Centre, including patients who have undergone amputations, aneurysm repairs and revascularisation surgery.

MFT is a very forward-thinking establishment that prides itself on achieving targets and keeping abreast of local & national challenges. You will have the opportunity to be actively involved in all aspects of clinical governance and service development. Working within the Allied Health Professions at MFT is enhanced by our established Multi-disciplinary team strategy. The team consists of highly-specialised clinicians who support colleagues within the MDT providing high quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Carry an independent caseload of patients and deliver a high quality, comprehensive service managing patients in an appropriate manner according to acute vascular patients.
• Undertake a senior specialist physiotherapy role on a daily basis, alongside the Clinical Lead Specialist Physiotherapist in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the service.
• Provide specialist care and management for vascular patients (e.g., amputations, aneurysm repairs, revascularisation) at the Manchester Vascular Centre.
• Support and participate in delivery of inpatient services across 7 days and contribute to on-call rota.
• Supervise junior staff and students; contribute to clinical supervision and ongoing CPD through MDT IST, senior development, peer support and postgraduate opportunities.
• Engage in service and team development, supporting senior clinical leads and contributing to governance and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills

• Relevant Band 6/7 clinical and developmental experience.
• Excellent clinical reasoning skills and calm but assertive communication; able to negotiate in challenging situations.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and supervise clinical staff and students.
• Willingness to participate in seven-day inpatient service delivery and on-call duties.

About the Organization and Working Environment

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3bn. We are creating an integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services each year, bringing together 10 hospitals & community services across Manchester, Trafford & beyond. We champion collaborative working & transformation and offer extensive opportunities within a digitally enabled organisation featuring Hive (Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022). We are a major academic Research Centre & Education provider with commitments to sustainability through our Green Plan. We foster a culture of inclusion and equal opportunity, with a focus on health and wellbeing and career development for all staff.

How to Apply and Additional Information

To learn more about key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience required, review the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the “Supporting Documents” heading. Read the Candidate Essentials Guide for details about the Trust, benefits, and how we care for you as you care for others. Diversity Matters: MFT is committed to equality of opportunity and reducing discrimination. All individuals are encouraged to apply. For any special application requirements, email [e-mail].

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
This advert closes on Monday 6 Oct 2025