Stroke - Senior Physiotherapist Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

River Alliance of Wisconsin; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Senior Physiotherapist in a dynamic healthcare environment. This role involves working across multiple stroke units to enhance patient rehabilitation and ensure seamless transitions in care. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating your leadership and communication skills while supporting the development of junior staff. With a commitment to career growth and continuous learning, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to excellence in stroke care and rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Experience with adults with complex neurological presentations is essential.
• Flexibility to support seven-day services and shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Perform physiotherapy assessments and implement treatment plans.
• Educate and advise staff, patients, and carers.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Communication Skills

Leadership Qualities

Neurological Rehabilitation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Stroke - Senior Physiotherapist Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist to join the Stroke Therapy Teams. The post holder will rotate between the Hyperacute Stroke and Rehab Units at Aintree, Stroke Rehab Unit at Broadgreen, and the Early Supported Discharge Team to support patient rehabilitation and seamless transition across the Stroke pathway.

The role involves working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues, deputising for team leads, and demonstrating excellent communication skills. Experience with adults with complex neurological presentations, leadership qualities, and supporting staff or student development are essential.

Development and Support

This position offers career development through training, supervision, and personalized plans, supported by a named supervisor and the Therapy Management Team.

Requirements

• Flexibility to support seven-day services and shift patterns, including extended days and on-call duties.
• Access to a vehicle with business insurance for pathway rotations.

Rotations

The post involves 9-month rotations across the following areas:

• Hyperacute/Acute/Rehab Stroke units at Aintree Hospital
• Stroke Rehab at Broadgreen Hospital
• Liverpool Stroke Recovery Partnership/Sefton Early Supported Discharge Team

Additional Information

We are committed to staff development, including courses, research, and supervision of junior staff. The role requires working flexibly to meet service needs, including extended hours, late shifts, and on-call work.

Offers may be made for a Band 6 training post under Annex 21 AFC terms. Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree, Broadgreen, and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group.

Responsibilities

• Perform physiotherapy assessments, diagnose, and implement treatment plans for routine and complex patients.
• Educate and advise staff, patients, and carers, including those with communication difficulties.
• Participate in out-of-hours work and emergency on-call rotas.
• Represent the physiotherapy service in multidisciplinary meetings, ward rounds, and clinics.

Please refer to the detailed job description attached. The application deadline is Thursday, 15 May 2025.