Specialist Physiotherapist - Peterborough
Band 6
Job overview
Are you a dynamic, forward-thinking physiotherapist with a passion for neurology? The Outpatient Neuro Physiotherapy Team at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist to join our dedicated team and provide outstanding care to patients across Peterborough City Hospital and Stamford Hospital.
About Us:
Our team offers a comprehensive neuro physiotherapy service, including individual and group clinics, and works closely with Neurologists, the MS Nurse Specialist and the Neuropsychiatry MDT. We provide high-quality care to a diverse range of patients referred by local GPs, Neurologists, MS and Parkinson’s Disease Nurse Specialists, Rehabilitation Consultants, and out-of-area hospitals, including Addenbrooke’s and Sheffield Spinal Unit.
Our services include:
* Vestibular rehabilitation.
* Facial palsy rehabilitation.
* Assessment and provision of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) for foot drop.
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive and stimulating environment where you’ll work as part of a collaborative team dedicated to advancing neuro physiotherapy care. You’ll have opportunities to develop your skills, contribute to innovative projects, and play a vital role in improving patient outcomes.
Main duties of the job
About the Role:
This is a full-time, 37.5-hour position requiring a dedicated and experienced physiotherapist with a strong neurology background. Key responsibilities include:
* Assessing and treating patients with complex presentations using evidence-based practices.
* Ensuring safe, efficient, and effective delivery of patient-focused care aligned with national standards.
* Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams.
* Supervising Band 5 and support staff and providing clinical supervision.
* Participating in service development projects and weekend working as required.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
* HCPC Registered
* Evidence of Continued Professional Development
* CSP member according to profession
Experience
* Wide variety of band 5 rotations
* Acute Hospital Experience
* Experience of working within a neurology setting
* Experience of managing staff
Knowledge
* Sound level of theoretical knowledge within the field of neurology
* Basic knowledge of the multi-disciplinary team
* Experience in the use of basic IT systems for data recording
Skills
* Able to work as a team member and independently
* Good Clinical Reasoning skills
* Ability to present information in logical concise manner
* Ability to manage own time and pressure including clinical caseload
* Ability to prioritise clinical and administrative tasks
* Ability to demonstrate personal and clinical effectiveness to achieve optimum patient care
* Strong belief in CPD and Reflective Practice
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
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