Rotational Specialist Physiotherapist | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 15 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £38,682 - £46,580 Per annum, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 14 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD |
| Cwmni: | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7682450/430-CC25-497A-A |
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Department: Therapies
Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist pro rata if part-time
Hours: 37.5 per week Fixed Term contract 9 months (5thJan 26 till 5thOct 26) MSK rotation
22.5 per week ( 3 days) Fixed term contract 12 months from start date ( rotation to be agreed) all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Our Therapy Department is currently looking for dynamic and enthusiastic Physiotherapists to join our cohort of rotational band 6’s.
There are 2 posts available.
1stpost is a full time (37.5 hrs) Fixed term contract for 9 months within the MSK outpatient rotation.
2ndpost is part time 22.5 hours ( 3 days per week, working days can be flexible and discussed) rotation not yet confirmed.
The rotations are 8 months in length and cover the following areas:
· Respiratory – Respiratory medicine including NIV, General surgery including ERP programme and ICU
· MSK Outpatients including hydrotherapy
· Inpatient Orthopaedics – Trauma and Elective
· Acute Stroke Unit
· Acute assessment and Frailty team
· MSK outreach and domiciliary service
Working as part of a dedicated and skilled Therapy Services team you will be providing a holistic therapy approach to patients in both an inpatient and outpatient setting.
Please do not reapply is you have previously applied for this role within the last 3 months.
This role can not be sponsored.
Interview date: Week beginning 12/1/2026
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Previous experience as a Band 6 or 5 Physiotherapist is essential. An ability to demonstrate a proactive flexible approach and to be able to work well on own initiative is essential. Demonstrable skills in service development are desirable, along with a keen interest in educating fellow healthcare colleagues.
If you have the desire to be part of a team that will be developing Therapy Services in Milton Keynes and a strong commitment to compassionate care, we would love to hear from you.
The post holder will participate in the respiratory on call rota (including weekends and bank holidays as required). The post holder will also work within a 7 day service whilst on rotation with the Acute Assessment & Frailty Team, and cover weekend shifts whilst on rotation on the Acute Stroke Unit.
A programme of leadership development sessions is available as well as the opportunity to be involved in the education of the MDT, appraisal mentor and service development projects.
It is essential you have current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.
For further information or an informal discussion please contact Laura Sturgeon , Inpatient Therapy Service Lead, via Physiotherapy reception on 01908 995432 or alternatively email Laura.Sturgeon@mkuh.nhs.uk
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Clinical
• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care.
• To undertake the comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with a complex presentation/multi-pathologies; use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition.
• To formulate, deliver and evaluate individual physiotherapy treatment programmes based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options using advanced clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills.
Professional
• To maintain own continuing professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, and incorporate them as necessary into your work.
To be responsible for:
• Teaching student physiotherapists to graduate level on physiotherapeutic skills and knowledge within core clinical areas.
• Providing support & guidance to other physiotherapists and assistants.
Organisational
• To be responsible for the supervision and coordination of band 5 staff, students and assistants on a daily basis, in conjunction with the Lead Therapist for each clinical area as required.
• To ensure that your own practice and that of staff under your supervision meet the required professional standards of physiotherapy practice.
• To be responsible for the safe and competent use of appropriate equipment by patients, band 5 therapy staff, assistants and student physiotherapists, through teaching, training and supervision of practice.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
This advert closes on Monday 29 Dec 2025