Job summary Rotational Band 6 Senior Physiotherapist Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Band 6 Senior Physiotherapist Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust: We are looking to recruit Band 6 physiotherapists to work across inpatient, outpatient and community rotations within our large acute teaching hospitals Foundation trust. Therapists are supported by highly skilled Clinical Specialists and Senior Therapists who are committed to delivering excellent patient care and staff development. Please see our Trust AHP Strategy attached.This role requires the application of clinical knowledge gained from a breadth of experience at Band 5 level. Applicants must be able to demonstrate excellent communication, time-management and interpersonal skills, and be motivated to work effectively both alone and as part of a team. Possible bank positions available on request via application Supporting information Main duties of the job Band 6 Physiotherapists undertake 9 month rotations across a number of specialist teams working. Rotations are based across the trust.Rotations are within the following areas: Acute Neurology Stroke Liverpool Stroke Recovery Partnership Acute Medicine Cardiac Rehab Critical Care A&E Gerontology Outpatients Frailty Musculoskeletal NIV Orthopaedics Major Trauma Spines Respiratory Surgery Weight Management Vascular We are committed to staff development and training. You will have a named supervisor and the opportunity to attend courses and study days. You will be involved in the supervision and support of more junior staff and have the opportunity to be involved in student education, research and audit.Therapists are required to work flexibly to meet the needs, supporting a 7 day service; working extended days or late shift; working on-call. Part time applications will be considered. Offers of employment may be made for a Band 6 training post under Annex 21 AFC terms and conditions. About us Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services. For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page. Date posted 08 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 287-DSS-412-24-A Job locations Royal Liverpool Hospital Mount Vernon Street Liverpool L7 8YE Job description Job responsibilities Clinical 1. To undertake physiotherapy assessment, clinically diagnose and implementagreed treatment plans, evaluate care delivery according to health careneeds for routine and complex patients.2. To advise, assist and educate, staff grade Physiotherapist and studentPhysiotherapist in the management of routine patients.3. To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all other Health & Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding or communicating.4. To participate in Departmental Planned Out of Hours Working andEmergency On-Call Rota.5. Represent Physiotherapy Service at Multidisciplinary Meetings to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated Multidisciplinary Service.6. Attend relevant ward rounds and clinics, working alongside theMultidisciplinary Team, assessing, advising and treating patients as required. Please refer to detailed Job Description attached Job description Job responsibilities Clinical 1. To undertake physiotherapy assessment, clinically diagnose and implementagreed treatment plans, evaluate care delivery according to health careneeds for routine and complex patients.2. To advise, assist and educate, staff grade Physiotherapist and studentPhysiotherapist in the management of routine patients.3. To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all other Health & Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding or communicating.4. To participate in Departmental Planned Out of Hours Working andEmergency On-Call Rota.5. Represent Physiotherapy Service at Multidisciplinary Meetings to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated Multidisciplinary Service.6. Attend relevant ward rounds and clinics, working alongside theMultidisciplinary Team, assessing, advising and treating patients as required. Please refer to detailed Job Description attached Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy or equivalent HCPC registration Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience in a junior rotational post providing a broad range of clinical experience to include musculoskeletal / medical / respiratory conditions Majority of clinical experience in the NHS UK Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Evidence of a contribution to clinical education / supervision of less experienced staff, students or assistants Knowledge Essential Broad range of clinical assessment and treatment skills based on current best practice Demonstrates an ability to comprehend and work within policies on health and safety, risk management and data protection Working knowledge of current NHS issues Evidence of self directed learning and willingness to participate in CPD Skills Essential Demonstrates effective and adaptable communication skills including written and verbal Evidence of time management and organisational skills Computer literate Demonstrates an ability to pass on skills / knowledge to others Demonstrates an ability to manage own work load, determine priorities and delegates tasks Demonstrates an ability to problem solve Other Essential Demonstrates an ability to work independently and to seek advice when necessary Demonstrates an ability to work effectively in a team Demonstrates an ability to respond effectively to complex, emotional or challenging situations Demonstrates an ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service Demonstrates a genuine interest in medical / surgical specialties Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy or equivalent HCPC registration Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience in a junior rotational post providing a broad range of clinical experience to include musculoskeletal / medical / respiratory conditions Majority of clinical experience in the NHS UK Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Evidence of a contribution to clinical education / supervision of less experienced staff, students or assistants Knowledge Essential Broad range of clinical assessment and treatment skills based on current best practice Demonstrates an ability to comprehend and work within policies on health and safety, risk management and data protection Working knowledge of current NHS issues Evidence of self directed learning and willingness to participate in CPD Skills Essential Demonstrates effective and adaptable communication skills including written and verbal Evidence of time management and organisational skills Computer literate Demonstrates an ability to pass on skills / knowledge to others Demonstrates an ability to manage own work load, determine priorities and delegates tasks Demonstrates an ability to problem solve Other Essential Demonstrates an ability to work independently and to seek advice when necessary Demonstrates an ability to work effectively in a team Demonstrates an ability to respond effectively to complex, emotional or challenging situations Demonstrates an ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service Demonstrates a genuine interest in medical / surgical specialties 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 Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Liverpool Hospital Mount Vernon Street Liverpool L7 8YE Employer's website https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)