Trauma & Orthopaedic Physiotherapist — Clinical Leader & Educator

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare organization in Dorset is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Physiotherapist. The role involves working in the Trauma Orthopaedic Therapy Team, engaging with complex presentations like fractured necks of femur. Candidates are expected to manage busy clinical caseloads and supervise junior staff in a collaborative team environment. A passion for teaching and development is key. The trust values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Qualifications

• Past experience in Orthopaedic physiotherapy.
• Ability to independently manage a busy clinical caseload.
• Previous experience working as a Physiotherapist across clinical areas.

Responsibilities

• Work with service users having complex presentations.
• Supervise and support junior staff.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and service development.

Skills

Orthopaedic physiotherapy

Excellent communication skills

Clinical caseload management

Staff supervision

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

A major healthcare organization in Dorset is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Physiotherapist. The role involves working in the Trauma Orthopaedic Therapy Team, engaging with complex presentations like fractured necks of femur. Candidates are expected to manage busy clinical caseloads and supervise junior staff in a collaborative team environment. A passion for teaching and development is key. The trust values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.