Lead Physiotherapist

NHS Jobs; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs in the United States is seeking a Lead Specialist Physiotherapist to lead specialist assessments, develop and deliver evidence-based treatment programmes, and drive high-quality service delivery.

The role focuses on clinical leadership, multidisciplinary teamwork, governance, and continuous improvement to ensure patient-centred rehabilitation and high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Lead specialist physiotherapy assessments and develop, deliver and review individualised, evidence-based treatment programmes.
• Take responsibility for the development and management of the physiotherapy service, maintaining high standards of clinical care and service delivery.
• Provide clinical leadership, guidance and support to physiotherapy colleagues, including coordinating induction, training and professional development.
• Work collaboratively within the MDT, contributing to holistic rehabilitation planning, risk management and service development.
• Lead and participate in clinical audits, research and service improvements to promote evidence-based practice.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures, ensuring effective communication and handover within the MDT.
• Liaise with families, carers and other professionals to support a coordinated, person-centred approach to rehabilitation.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, clinical governance requirements and organisational policies.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead specialist physiotherapy assessments and develop, deliver and review individualised, evidence-based treatment programmes.
• Take responsibility for the development and management of the physiotherapy service, maintaining high standards of clinical care and service delivery.
• Provide clinical leadership, guidance and support to physiotherapy colleagues, including coordinating induction, training and professional development.
• Work collaboratively within the MDT, contributing to holistic rehabilitation planning, risk management and service development.
• Lead and participate in clinical audits, research and service improvements to promote evidence-based practice.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures, ensuring effective communication and handover within the MDT.
• Liaise with families, carers and other professionals to support a coordinated, person-centred approach to rehabilitation.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, clinical governance requirements and organisational policies.