Job summary An excellent opportunity has arisen for Physiotherapists with an interest in musculoskeletal and orthopaedic treatment. As a Senior Rotational Physiotherapist, you will be an integral part of the Trust, helping patients recover and restoring independence. Please note that this job vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered and to avoid disappointment, we advise submitting your application as soon as possible. Please also note, any applicant who has previously applied for other Rotational Physiotherapist in the last 6 months with The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, need not apply again. Interview Dates are likely to be the 28th and 29th of April, 2025. Main duties of the job To participate in a rotation scheme being responsible for implementing and reviewing clinically effective and evidence-based programmes of physiotherapy care for patients, liaising with more senior staff as appropriate. To perform advanced assessment of patients with diverse and complex presentations, to determine a clinical diagnosis and provide effective treatment plans as an autonomous practitioner, in line with CSP and department standards. Your six-month rotations will cover: Musculoskeletal outpatients including upper limb, spinal and paediatric rotations Hydrotherapy Gymnasium rehabilitation including specialist groups Orthopaedic inpatients including spinal and private wards Orthopaedic oncology For further information please contact Jess Carey, Specialist Orthopaedic Oncology In-patient Physiotherapist on 0121 728 9442 option 2 About us The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust offers planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally. Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team. The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work. We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace. The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities. If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you. To find more about our staff benefits, please visit our website. Date posted 26 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata if part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 303-7092339 Job locations The Royal Orthoapedic Hospital Bristol Road South Birmingham B31 2AP Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES Clinical To work on a six monthly rotational basis in the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital undertaking rotations in out-patients, gymnasium rehabilitation, hydrotherapy, orthopaedic in-patients, orthopaedic oncology and out-patient paediatrics To be professionally and legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of your own work, including the management of your caseload of patients within your area of rotation, without direct supervision To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse and complex presentations, using manual assessment techniques, analytical skills and clinical reasoning to determine a diagnosis To formulate and deliver individual treatment programmes based on evidence-based practice, using clinical reasoning and a wide range of manual physiotherapy techniques. To evaluate and modify treatment plans according to assessment and patient needs, discharging them when appropriate To communicate effectively and gain informed consent from patients, carers and other professionals to maximise rehabilitation potential and ensure understanding of condition and/or surgery. This will, on occasions, include complex and sensitive information requiring skills of explanation, motivation and persuasion to overcome physical, emotional, mental and cultural barriers To take delegated responsibility from the Team Leader within area of work, including clinical and managerial duties. To delegate appropriately to Junior Physiotherapists, Students and Assistant staf To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation in line with departmental and CSP standards, including communication of assessment and treatment results to appropriate disciplines in the form of reports and letters To represent the physiotherapy service and/or individual patients at ward rounds, clinics and case conferences where appropriate. Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team regarding patient care and progress to ensure co-ordinated service delivery To act as professional advisor to other hospital staff where appropriate, providing specialist advice, teaching and instruction regarding physiotherapy To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care To be an active member of the evening and weekend on-call physiotherapy service To work at weekends and in the evening as part of contracted hours depending on rotation Professional To maintain own clinical professional development and portfolio by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, incorporating them into current clinical practice as necessary To be an active member of the in-service training programme, through attendance and presentation at tutorials, training and peer review sessions within the physiotherapy department To provide clinical experience and supervision for undergraduate physiotherapy students appropriate to your rotation To undertake the measurement and evaluation of work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with more senior physiotherapists To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to work situation, following department and Trust Policies. Organisational and Managerial To deputise for the Team Leader in their absence, taking responsibility for daily team management, allocating and organising the work of staff to meet service priorities on a daily basis To maintain high professional standards with respect to patients, colleagues, the service and the environment. Encourage staff under your supervision to follow your example Liaise with senior staff as appropriate, with all issues relevant to service delivery and development To be responsible for the safe and competent use of equipment within your current area of practice by patients, colleagues and student physiotherapists through teaching and supervision To comply with all Health and Safety standards of the Department and the Trust, including prompt reporting of accidents and incidents and ensuring that equipment usage is safe To remain up-to-date and attend all mandatory training provided, in line with Trust policies This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the postholder as part of their ongoing development and performance management. Full job description available as a supporting document. Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES Clinical To work on a six monthly rotational basis in the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital undertaking rotations in out-patients, gymnasium rehabilitation, hydrotherapy, orthopaedic in-patients, orthopaedic oncology and out-patient paediatrics To be professionally and legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of your own work, including the management of your caseload of patients within your area of rotation, without direct supervision To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse and complex presentations, using manual assessment techniques, analytical skills and clinical reasoning to determine a diagnosis To formulate and deliver individual treatment programmes based on evidence-based practice, using clinical reasoning and a wide range of manual physiotherapy techniques. To evaluate and modify treatment plans according to assessment and patient needs, discharging them when appropriate To communicate effectively and gain informed consent from patients, carers and other professionals to maximise rehabilitation potential and ensure understanding of condition and/or surgery. This will, on occasions, include complex and sensitive information requiring skills of explanation, motivation and persuasion to overcome physical, emotional, mental and cultural barriers To take delegated responsibility from the Team Leader within area of work, including clinical and managerial duties. To delegate appropriately to Junior Physiotherapists, Students and Assistant staf To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation in line with departmental and CSP standards, including communication of assessment and treatment results to appropriate disciplines in the form of reports and letters To represent the physiotherapy service and/or individual patients at ward rounds, clinics and case conferences where appropriate. Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team regarding patient care and progress to ensure co-ordinated service delivery To act as professional advisor to other hospital staff where appropriate, providing specialist advice, teaching and instruction regarding physiotherapy To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care To be an active member of the evening and weekend on-call physiotherapy service To work at weekends and in the evening as part of contracted hours depending on rotation Professional To maintain own clinical professional development and portfolio by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, incorporating them into current clinical practice as necessary To be an active member of the in-service training programme, through attendance and presentation at tutorials, training and peer review sessions within the physiotherapy department To provide clinical experience and supervision for undergraduate physiotherapy students appropriate to your rotation To undertake the measurement and evaluation of work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with more senior physiotherapists To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to work situation, following department and Trust Policies. Organisational and Managerial To deputise for the Team Leader in their absence, taking responsibility for daily team management, allocating and organising the work of staff to meet service priorities on a daily basis To maintain high professional standards with respect to patients, colleagues, the service and the environment. Encourage staff under your supervision to follow your example Liaise with senior staff as appropriate, with all issues relevant to service delivery and development To be responsible for the safe and competent use of equipment within your current area of practice by patients, colleagues and student physiotherapists through teaching and supervision To comply with all Health and Safety standards of the Department and the Trust, including prompt reporting of accidents and incidents and ensuring that equipment usage is safe To remain up-to-date and attend all mandatory training provided, in line with Trust policies This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the postholder as part of their ongoing development and performance management. Full job description available as a supporting document. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration BSc degree / diploma in Physiotherapy Experience Essential Post Graduated Experience in In-Patient Orthopaedics and MSK Out-Patients Experience of Respiratory On-Call Current NHS experience as a qualified physiotherapist Special Aptitudes Essential Self directed CPD Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration BSc degree / diploma in Physiotherapy Experience Essential Post Graduated Experience in In-Patient Orthopaedics and MSK Out-Patients Experience of Respiratory On-Call Current NHS experience as a qualified physiotherapist Special Aptitudes Essential Self directed CPD 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 The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address The Royal Orthoapedic Hospital Bristol Road South Birmingham B31 2AP Employer's website https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)