Senior Physiotherapist
6 months of NHS experience is mandatory
Position: Senior Physiotherapist - MSK/Women's Health/Cancer
Location: Queen's Hospital Burton
Band: 6
Hours: Full-Time (30 hours/week, Flexible over 4/5 days)
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday
Pay Rates: £21 - £23 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
About Client:
Derbyshire NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of healthcare services across Derby and Derbyshire, including acute hospital care, community health services, and mental health support. It operates several hospitals, including the Royal Derby Hospital, and focuses on high-quality patient care, innovation, and improving health outcomes for the local population. The Trust is committed to professional development, staff well-being, and fostering a collaborative working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide hands-on clinical care in the outpatient department, including face-to-face and telephone consultations.
* Deliver specialist musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy services with a focus on women's health and cancer rehabilitation.
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and manage complex cases.
* Assess, treat, and support patients with a range of MSK conditions, ensuring the highest standard of care.
* Develop and deliver tailored rehabilitation plans for patients in line with clinical guidelines.
* Contribute to the development of patient care pathways and rehabilitation programs for women's health and cancer patients.
Essential Criteria:
* Proven experience in MSK physiotherapy, particularly in women's health.
* Demonstrable experience in treating musculoskeletal conditions, ideally at a Band 6 level.
* NHS experience is desirable, but not essential.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to manage patient relationships effectively.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced clinical environment.
* Experience in both face-to-face patient care and telephone consultations.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience working with cancer patients in a physiotherapy capacity.
* Knowledge of current best practices in MSK and women's health physiotherapy.
Why Join Us?:
* Opportunity to work in a renowned healthcare setting, contributing to the care of diverse patient groups.
* Flexible working hours across 4-5 days per week.
* Supportive and dynamic multidisciplinary team.
* Access to continued professional development and training opportunities.