Health Care of the older person Physiotherapist - Rotational
Job overview
Are you a passionate and motivated Band 5 Physiotherapist ready to take the next step in your career? Or perhaps you're an experienced Band 6 seeking a fresh and rewarding challenge? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
We’re looking for a dynamic and HCPC-registered Physiotherapist to join our friendly, supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a forward-thinking environment where you can make a real difference to patients' lives.
If you're enthusiastic about delivering high-quality, person-centred, evidence-based care, and have a solid background in frailty, rehabilitation, and elderly care, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We’re happy to arrange an informal chat and site tour are available to help you decide if this is the right fit for you.
Main duties of the job- Your primary base will be ward-based at Torbay Hospital, where you’ll enjoy the variety of 6-monthly rotations, including a contribution to our 7-day service.
One of these rotations will be community-based within intermediate care, providing urgent care responses. In addition, inpatient rotations may involve home visits or discharge assessments as part of facilitating smooth patient discharges.
You’ll also have the opportunity to rotate through A&E, community settings, and some acute wards, allowing you to broaden your experience across a range of clinical environments.
You will provide expert physiotherapy interventions for older patients in both hospital and community settings.- You will lead and support junior physiotherapists, assistants, and students, while working within multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient care.
- You will play a key role in discharge planning and rehabilitation strategies, contributing to an integrated 7-day service that improves patient outcomes.
- You will have the opportunity to contribute to service development and engage in research opportunities.
Working for our organisation
Why Work With Us
Please do spend some time learning more about us via the following link. Care to join us?
Our Physiotherapy team is committed to supporting your professional and personal growth. We offer career development conversations, clinical supervision, and access to CPD opportunities to help you thrive.
You will become part of a welcoming and dedicated team where every individual is valued. With the full support of our experienced leadership team and an active peer network, you’ll have the opportunity to create and follow a career development plan tailored to your ambitions.
We prioritise staff wellbeing, offering beautiful breakout areas, including the tranquil rose garden at Torbay Hospital, outdoor seating areas, staff rooms, and cafeteria facilities for your relaxation and lunch breaks.
Torbay is a stunning coastal region in South Devon, offering an exceptional lifestyle alongside a rewarding career. Known as the "English Riviera," the area boasts beautiful beaches and picturesque harbours making it an ideal place to live and work.
Living and working in Torbay means being part of a welcoming community, with excellent local amenities, vibrant culture, and easy access to Exeter and beyond. If you're looking for a role that offers both professional fulfilment and an enviable work-life balance, Torbay is the perfect place to take the next step in your physiotherapy career.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities- Work within ward and community-based multidisciplinary teams, contributing to patient assessments, treatment planning, and discharge processes.
- Provide clinical leadership and supervise junior staff and students.
- Participate in service development, audits, and support staff training.
- Complete accurate documentation and timely data input.
- Utilise advanced therapeutic skills and communicate effectively with patients, carers, and external agencies.
- Ensure compliance with national and local policies.
- Manage physiotherapy equipment and contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives.
Apply today and take the next step in your career journey with us at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust!
Person specification
Qualifications and training
Essential criteria- HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist
- Previous broad range of Experience within an NHS setting as band 5 or 6
- Physiotherapy degree
- Post graduate training in rehabilitation and HOP
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria- Demonstrates experience of working with older people in the NHS
- Experience of complex discharge planning inc Mental Capacity assessments
- Experience of working in NHS acute hospital wards/primary care and or Emergency Care settings
- Previous experience of supervising students and junior staff
- Knowledge and understanding of complex frailty assessments and skills
Specific Skills
Essential criteria- Experience of using strength based, person centred approaches
- Ability to complete community based visits across a wide geographical area
- Experience of involvement in improvement and innovation work
You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION- We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
- Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
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