Senior Physiotherapist
On-siteColchester, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Manage a varied caseload of postoperative orthopaedic and general musculoskeletal patients across pre-assessment and inpatient settings, collaborating to provide seamless care throughout the patient journey. Support the hospital's transition to a 7-day service and provide regular out-of-hours coverage for evening, weekend, and bank holiday shifts. Develop a specialist interest in upper limb and hand rehabilitation by working closely with orthopaedic consultants to assess and treat patients with range of conditions. Deliver in-service training and supervise junior or undergraduate staff while maintaining excellent clinical reasoning and communication skills. Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
Required Qualifications
- A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Excellent clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- A good understanding of CSP Standards of Physiotherapy Practice and the HCPC Rules of Professional Conduct
- Evidence of commitment to ongoing CPD
- Experience in managing a wide-ranging outpatient musculoskeletal caseload (including hands)
- Confidence in delivering in-service training and supervising junior or undergraduate staff
- You are a strong communicator
- You are a confident IT user
- Someone who thrives in a team environment where knowledge is shared
- This position is subject to background and DBS checks
- All successful candidates will be provided with safeguarding training appropriate to their role
Desired Qualifications
- An interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, including upper limb and hand rehabilitation
- An interest in upper limb and hand physiotherapy is desirable
- You are passionate about helping patients recover, achieve, and maintain the best level of health and wellbeing
- You are confident in delivering in-service training and supervising junior or undergraduate staff
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