Physiotherapist (Rotational)
| Posting date: | 20 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 January 2026 |
| Location: | Southport/Ormskirk, PR8 6PN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9409-26-0055 |
Summary
1. To undertake therapy assessment, clinically diagnose and implement treatment plans if appropriate in a manner that respects peoples privacy, dignity and individuality. 2. To liaise with members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team and external agencies to ensure the effective management of patients care, communicating patient information in relation to their care as required. 3. Manage a clinical caseload ensuring patients are see in a timely manner. 4. To ensure effective internal and external 2-way communication with patients, carers and all other Health and Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. 5. To take part in the departmental on-call respiratory rota excluding Joint Health Rotation. 6. To provide and receive complex information which requires empathy andreassurance. Communicating where there may be barriers to understanding and where skills such as motivational interviewing and counselling are required. 7. Able to formulate and implement individualised care plans, reviewing progress and adapting as required. 8. To be involved in the production and evaluation of resources produced by the department e.g. information and training packs, advice leaflets etc, providing specialist advice. 9. To provide cover for leave and sickness to the clinical service as appropriate. 10. To be a member of the multi-disciplinary team and actively participate in M.D.T. meetings. 11. To contribute to the development of departmental / organisational procedures and guidelines. 12. Ensure the safe use of appropriate medical devices required to carry out treatment in line with departmental procedures. 13. To participate in shift patterns to support the delivery of 7 day service as required. 14. To provide training sessions for other health care professionals and patient/carer groups. 15. To work autonomously but recognise own limitations and when to escalate issues or refer to more senior therapist for advice and support. Please be aware this vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applicants is reached. Advertising Date: 28th March 2024 Closing Date: 14th April 2024 Shortlisting Date: 17th April 2024 Proposed Interview Date: 26th April 2024