Job summary Please note King's welcomes applications from all candidates, and ask that candidates are available for the selection process for this position to attend a face to face assessment day, which will take place at the Princess Royal University Hospital or Orpington Hospital, and will include a selection from: Interview Written invigilated test Group communication exercises Clinical scenario situations We are looking for an enthusiastic Physiotherapist looking to start or progress their Physiotherapy career to join our dynamic team. The post holder will rotate on a four-monthly basis between the clinical areas of: Critical Care, Respiratory, Acute Medicine, frailty, Neurology (including Stroke, neurosurgery step down) Orthopaedics (elective and trauma), surgery and Musculoskeletal Outpatients. The successful candidate will have good communication and interpersonal skills and will have wide ranging undergraduate student Physiotherapy experience. Continuing professional development is encouraged through the appraisal system and there is a well-established in-service education programme. The post holder will be expected to join and partake in our overnight emergency on call rota and weekend working rotas at the Princess Royal University Hospital. Please note that this post is for rotations at the Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington Hospital and Beckenham Beacon Hospital and the post holder will not rotate to the Denmark Hill site. Main duties of the job To ensure a high standard, efficient and effective physiotherapy assessment treatment and intervention for all patients for whom he/she is responsible. To assess and treat and manage own caseload of patients as an autonomous practitioner, including the maintenance of comprehensive records. To work as an effective team member, communicating appropriately with patients, carers and other team members as required. To supervise physiotherapy assistants and may be involved in teaching MDT staff. To undertake an evidence-based project throughout each rotation to further theclinical practice of self and the team, and to enhance patient care. Duties within each rotation are delegated by the Clinical Lead Physiotherapist for the area. Staff may be required to work across multiple sites dependent upon the needs of the service. The post holder will be expected to work as part of a seven-day rota and extended hours during some of the rotations. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £34,521 to £41,956 a year per annum, inc HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 213-PRUH-7023732 Job locations Princess Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington BR6 8ND Job description Job responsibilities To work in the allocated placements as rostered. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care To carry a designated clinical caseload and prioritise that work efficiently taking into account clinical and service priorities. To ensure that evaluation and progression of treatment programmes to a high standard, and in line with National and Trust clinical guidelines, protocols and pathways where they exist To receive referrals and independently undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with multi-pathologies; use clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment skills to formulate an accurate diagnosis of their condition To use clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence based practice to formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme, and develop discharge plans To have knowledge of a wide range of physiotherapy techniques, and be able to select techniques which are appropriate to the needs of the patient To manage clinical risk within own clinical caseload; to have up to date knowledge of indications, contraindications and precautions for any treatment skills and techniques selected and applied throughout an individual course of treatment To continually reassess patients in order to progress treatments effectively To consult when necessary with appropriate senior specialist staff regarding patients with particular problems. Senior staff are accessible for advice and support e.g for patients with complex needs, or new procedures, but clinical work is not directly supervised Attend multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences and ward rounds as required by the rotation. Ensure that the physiotherapy management of a patient is integrated into the multidisciplinary management and treatment plans for patients To advise, guide and teach physiotherapy assistants in the assessment andmanagement of patients and other aspects of clinical care, including record keeping To maintain comprehensive and accurate written records in line with Trust and departmental guidelines, and to provide discharge information to the referring clinician as required by the rotation The post requires a flexible approach to working and requires the post holder to undertake weekend and extended hours commitments as required. To participate in the on call and weekend rotas, once level of competency has been approved and part of a respiratory rotation completed. Communication and Representation To communicate effectively with patients and carers to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes. To respond appropriately to the patients level of communication and understanding, facilitating the best possible communication outcomes. For example, patients may be deaf, blind, or unable to communicate in English To advise and educate patients/relatives/carers as required. To establish and maintain close working relationships with physiotherapy colleagues and other members of the multidisciplinary team. To provide advice, education and training to other disciplines as appropriate To consult when necessary with senior staff regarding particular problems To undertake delegated duties and to assist with the other physiotherapy staff in the maintenance and smooth running of the physiotherapy department.Information Management To keep comprehensive statistical records of activity in accordance with local and national requirements. To ensure the safekeeping and confidentiality of patient information To comply with the use of Trust and departmental computerised systems for data collection, patient records and patient treatments, such as EPR and PIMS Human Resources Management Attend and contribute to physiotherapy staff meetings To participate in the Kings College Hospital Employee Performance Assessment programme and fulfil its requirements To have an active role in effective team working in the area where he/she is working, and in the physiotherapy department and the Trust as a whole Attend any regular supervision sessions with the line manager as required by the rotation Physical Resources Management To ensure that the treatment and working areas are kept safe and tidy, and to ensure competent equipment use. To report any faulty equipment to the Clinical Lead Physiotherapist in the areaService Development To have an active role in clinical effectiveness and audit programmes in order to develop and improve services Training, education and research To undertake in-service and post graduate education in order to develop self professionally and improve patient care To be an active participant in in-service training programmes for staff and students, taking the delegated lead for some sessions according to the rotation To keep up to date with new developments within physiotherapy, and be proactive in learning from others To undertake an evidence based project throughout each rotation to further the clinical practice of self and the team, and to enhance patient care e.g. developing new treatment protocols, undertaking audits, literature reviews. Projects will be presented to the rest of the team at the end of each rotation To participate in education programmes for visitors and members of other disciplines as appropriate To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practise through CPD activity, and maintain a portfolio that reflects personal development General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. See the attached full job description for more information. Job description Job responsibilities To work in the allocated placements as rostered. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care To carry a designated clinical caseload and prioritise that work efficiently taking into account clinical and service priorities. To ensure that evaluation and progression of treatment programmes to a high standard, and in line with National and Trust clinical guidelines, protocols and pathways where they exist To receive referrals and independently undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with multi-pathologies; use clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment skills to formulate an accurate diagnosis of their condition To use clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence based practice to formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme, and develop discharge plans To have knowledge of a wide range of physiotherapy techniques, and be able to select techniques which are appropriate to the needs of the patient To manage clinical risk within own clinical caseload; to have up to date knowledge of indications, contraindications and precautions for any treatment skills and techniques selected and applied throughout an individual course of treatment To continually reassess patients in order to progress treatments effectively To consult when necessary with appropriate senior specialist staff regarding patients with particular problems. Senior staff are accessible for advice and support e.g for patients with complex needs, or new procedures, but clinical work is not directly supervised Attend multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences and ward rounds as required by the rotation. Ensure that the physiotherapy management of a patient is integrated into the multidisciplinary management and treatment plans for patients To advise, guide and teach physiotherapy assistants in the assessment andmanagement of patients and other aspects of clinical care, including record keeping To maintain comprehensive and accurate written records in line with Trust and departmental guidelines, and to provide discharge information to the referring clinician as required by the rotation The post requires a flexible approach to working and requires the post holder to undertake weekend and extended hours commitments as required. To participate in the on call and weekend rotas, once level of competency has been approved and part of a respiratory rotation completed. Communication and Representation To communicate effectively with patients and carers to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes. To respond appropriately to the patients level of communication and understanding, facilitating the best possible communication outcomes. For example, patients may be deaf, blind, or unable to communicate in English To advise and educate patients/relatives/carers as required. To establish and maintain close working relationships with physiotherapy colleagues and other members of the multidisciplinary team. To provide advice, education and training to other disciplines as appropriate To consult when necessary with senior staff regarding particular problems To undertake delegated duties and to assist with the other physiotherapy staff in the maintenance and smooth running of the physiotherapy department.Information Management To keep comprehensive statistical records of activity in accordance with local and national requirements. To ensure the safekeeping and confidentiality of patient information To comply with the use of Trust and departmental computerised systems for data collection, patient records and patient treatments, such as EPR and PIMS Human Resources Management Attend and contribute to physiotherapy staff meetings To participate in the Kings College Hospital Employee Performance Assessment programme and fulfil its requirements To have an active role in effective team working in the area where he/she is working, and in the physiotherapy department and the Trust as a whole Attend any regular supervision sessions with the line manager as required by the rotation Physical Resources Management To ensure that the treatment and working areas are kept safe and tidy, and to ensure competent equipment use. To report any faulty equipment to the Clinical Lead Physiotherapist in the areaService Development To have an active role in clinical effectiveness and audit programmes in order to develop and improve services Training, education and research To undertake in-service and post graduate education in order to develop self professionally and improve patient care To be an active participant in in-service training programmes for staff and students, taking the delegated lead for some sessions according to the rotation To keep up to date with new developments within physiotherapy, and be proactive in learning from others To undertake an evidence based project throughout each rotation to further the clinical practice of self and the team, and to enhance patient care e.g. developing new treatment protocols, undertaking audits, literature reviews. Projects will be presented to the rest of the team at the end of each rotation To participate in education programmes for visitors and members of other disciplines as appropriate To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practise through CPD activity, and maintain a portfolio that reflects personal development General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. See the attached full job description for more information. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To have completed a Physiotherapy degree course, or hold other recognised qualification in Physiotherapy To be HCPC registered or registration pending prior to commencement to employment Desirable MCSP Experience Essential Wide ranging student experience, including experience within a hospital setting Desirable Knowledge of NHS structure Skills Essential Able to manage a caseload efficiently Able to give clear, concise verbal and written reports in English Able to deal with people who have difficulty communicating Good team working skills Understands roles of other members of the multidisciplinary team, and own role within the team Able to complete projects and duties within timeframe Able to recognise and take some responsibility for own training needs Able to delegate appropriately to support level workers Desirable Skills in treating patients with respiratory, neurological, orthopaedic, MSK presentations Person Specification Qualifications Essential To have completed a Physiotherapy degree course, or hold other recognised qualification in Physiotherapy To be HCPC registered or registration pending prior to commencement to employment Desirable MCSP Experience Essential Wide ranging student experience, including experience within a hospital setting Desirable Knowledge of NHS structure Skills Essential Able to manage a caseload efficiently Able to give clear, concise verbal and written reports in English Able to deal with people who have difficulty communicating Good team working skills Understands roles of other members of the multidisciplinary team, and own role within the team Able to complete projects and duties within timeframe Able to recognise and take some responsibility for own training needs Able to delegate appropriately to support level workers Desirable Skills in treating patients with respiratory, neurological, orthopaedic, MSK presentations 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). Additional information 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 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Princess Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington BR6 8ND Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)