About this role
Job summary
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Physiotherapists to join Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in the country. This rotational post offers the opportunity to develop specialist clinical skills across a diverse range of inpatient, outpatient and community services, supporting a varied and complex patient population.
You will be part of a supportive and dynamic Physiotherapy Service, working alongside highly experienced Clinical Specialists and Senior Therapists who are committed to delivering outstanding patient care and fostering staff development. We actively encourage learning and provide excellent opportunities for supervision, leadership development, service improvement and continuing professional development.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a broad range of clinical experience gained at Band 5 level, together with excellent clinical reasoning, communication and organisational skills. You will be confident in managing a varied caseload, prioritising effectively within a busy clinical environment and working collaboratively as part of multidisciplinary teams across the Trust.
We welcome applications from physiotherapists who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and who are committed to their ongoing professional growth and development.
Bank opportunities may also be available and can be discussed as part of the recruitment process.
Main duties of the job
Rotations
Band 6 Physiotherapists undertake nine-month rotations across a range of specialist services within Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and partner organisations. Rotations provide opportunities to develop clinical expertise across acute, rehabilitation and community pathways while working with a diverse patient population.
Rotation areas may include:
Stroke Acute Medicine Critical Care Emergency Department Gerontology Outpatients Frailty Musculoskeletal Outpatients Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) Orthopaedics Major Trauma Respiratory Medicine Surgery Professional Development
We are committed to supporting your ongoing development through structured supervision, education and training. You will be allocated a named supervisor and have access to study days, development programmes and specialist learning opportunities.
As a Band 6 Physiotherapist, you will also contribute to the development of junior colleagues, therapy support workers and students, while participating in service improvement, audit, quality improvement and research activities.
Flexible Working
The Physiotherapy Service operates seven days a week with extended hours to meet patient needs. Successful candidates will be expected to work flexibly across services, including weekends, late shifts and participation in the respiratory on-call rota where required.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page.
Job description Job responsibilities
Clinical
1. To undertake physiotherapy assessment, clinically diagnose and implementagreed treatment plans, evaluate care delivery according to health careneeds for routine and complex patients.2. To advise, assist and educate, staff grade Physiotherapist and studentPhysiotherapist in the management of routine patients.3. To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all other Health & Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding or communicating.4. To participate in Departmental Planned Out of Hours Working andEmergency On-Call Rota.5. Represent Physiotherapy Service at Multidisciplinary Meetings to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated Multidisciplinary Service.6. Attend relevant ward rounds and clinics, working alongside theMultidisciplinary Team, assessing, advising and treating patients as required.
Please refer to detailed Job Description attached
Person Specification
Other Essential
Demonstrates an ability to work independently and to seek advice when necessary Demonstrates an ability to work effectively in a team Demonstrates an ability to respond effectively to complex, emotional or challenging situations Demonstrates an ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service Demonstrates a genuine interest in medical / surgical specialties
Skills Essential
Demonstrates effective and adaptable communication skills including written and verbal Evidence of time management and organisational skills Computer literate Demonstrates an ability to pass on skills / knowledge to others Demonstrates an ability to manage own work load, determine priorities and delegates tasks Demonstrates an ability to problem solve
Knowledge Essential
Broad range of clinical assessment and treatment skills based on current best practice Demonstrates an ability to comprehend and work within policies on health and safety, risk management and data protection Working knowledge of current NHS issues Evidence of self directed learning and willingness to participate in CPD
Experience Essential
Significant post-registration experience in a junior rotational post providing a broad range of clinical experience to include musculoskeletal, medical, respiratory and neurological conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings Majority of clinical experience in the NHS UK Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Evidence of a contribution to clinical education / supervision of less experienced staff, students or assistants
Qualifications Essential
Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy or equivalent HCPC registration
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address RLH/AUH/BGH
Lower Lane
Liverpool
L9 7AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)