Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist - Dorset - 21.72 PAYE - £25.22 umbrella equivalent
Location: Christchurch Hospital - Day Hospital
Service: Older Peoples Service / Frailty and Elderly Care
Setting: Community Rehabilitation & Outpatients
About the Role:
We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist to join the Physiotherapy Team at Christchurch Hospital's Day Hospital. This role plays a key part in admission avoidance, community-based rehabilitation, and outpatient care for elderly and frail individuals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Deliver high-quality physiotherapy interventions in both 1:1 and group formats.
2. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support patients in maintaining independence.
3. Assess and manage a caseload of patients with varying and complex needs.
4. Contribute to service development and ensure best practice in physiotherapy care.
5. Support patients through the rehabilitation pathway, aiming to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
About You:
1. HCPC registered Physiotherapist.
2. Experience working in elderly care, frailty, or community rehabilitation.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
5. Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
This role offers:
1. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in older people's care.
2. A supportive team environment within the Clinical Support Directorate.
3. Flexible working within a dynamic community rehabilitation service.
#J-18808-Ljbffr