Job summary We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Physiotherapist to join our Adult Therapy Services department at UHBW rotating across bothBristol & Weston sites. Our rotations are currently 6 months in duration and we offer a wide range of experiences including Musculoskeletal Disorders, Trauma andOrthopaedics, General Medicine & Medical Respiratory, Older People's Rehab, Cardiac, Surgery / ITU and Stroke. We also offer an acute strokerotation that is based at North Bristol Trust (Southmead Hospital)As part of an integrated therapy service you will report to a Band 7 Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist team lead in your clinical area. Inall areas you will be able to access senior PT professional support and training and development opportunities.We operate a 7 day level of working in some teams and a 6 day level of working in other teams at the BRI meaning that you will contribute to 1:4Saturday &/or Sundays. You will contribute to the weekend working and on-call respiratory rota. We are unable to support relocation costs for this post.As an organisation we will cover the employer costs for Certificates of Sponsorships. We may close the advert early, should we receive significant applicants. Interviews will be held virtually. Main duties of the job o To act as an autonomous practitioner, providing physiotherapy assessment and treatment, and managing their own patient caseload within a speciality team, with the support and mentoring of senior physiotherapists.o Staff will rotate to different clinical areas across the Trust. Each rotation will have clear learning objectives to consolidate and build ongraduate skills and academic knowledge.o To plan and prioritise their own workload, delegating tasks as appropriate and communicating progress with the multi-disciplinary team.o To supervise and train Technical Instructors and Students as required.o The post holder will be required to work shifts including weekends, to participate in the bank holiday rota, and contribute to a 24/7respiratory on call rota. About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge. Date posted 19 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 387-DT6846-JL Job locations UHBW Bristol Upper Maudlin Street Bristol BS2 8HW Job description Job responsibilities Clinical To provide a comprehensive assessment of patients and use clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate assessment of their condition. To formulate and deliver individual treatment programmes based on evidence based practice using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of a range of treatment options. To assess capacity for consent with all patients and whenever possible ensure that valid informed consent is agreed with the patient working within the legal framework. This will involve fully explaining the outcome of assessment, the options for treatment and the benefits of any procedure or treatment and then reaching agreed treatment goals and outcomes. Communication will frequently be to patients who have complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g. deafness, dysphasia, depression, etc and will require expert use of a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools. To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise a patients rehabilitation potential To ensure that all treatment plans are regularly reviewed and revised as appropriate To carry and prioritise your own clinical caseload and delegate tasks appropriately. To be responsible for ensuring accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records are kept in line with the Trust, Physiotherapy and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) standards. To ensure statistics are maintained according to departmental, Trust and CSP standards. To complete necessary training and competency assessment to allow participation in the weekend and on call rota for acute respiratory patients. When working on the rota - to undertake the assessment and treatment of acutely ill patients with respiratory problems who may have a complex presentation, and inform other members of the MDT on progress. To attend home visits with another member of staff as necessary. To have professional and legal accountability, including the treatment of patients within your area in accordance with the CSP Core Standards of Physiotherapy Practice and the HCPC standards of proficiency, conduct, performance and ethics To attend multi-disciplinary board rounds, case conferences, ward rounds etc. where appropriate to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service with physiotherapy treatment integrated into the patient pathway, and discharge planning. To seek advice and support from senior staff where appropriate. To be responsible for the safe and competent use of equipment, patient appliances and aids both by yourself, assistants and patients in your care. To manage Clinical Risk in line within the Trust guidelines. Professional To be responsible for and actively participate in continuous professional development - developing knowledge and skills specific to each rotation. To develop and maintain a portfolio of evidence to support knowledge and skills framework progression and HCPC requirements. To take part in appraisal and be responsible for working to agreed planned objectives. To take part in audit, research and development activity as required - this will include taking part in audit and surveys. To maintain up to date knowledge of evidence based practice, local and national standards and use this to inform, measure and evaluate your work and current practice. To undertake appraisal with Assistant / Technical Instructor staff within a rotation as appropriate, supported by a senior member of staff. To actively participate in Team, Service and Directorate meetings and discussions regarding policy and service delivery/development. To undertake all statutory and mandatory training as required by the Trust To actively take part in in-service training and any training opportunities identified at appraisal To assist in the delivery of training both within the service and to other health professional as appropriate. To provide support, supervision and a learning environment to Therapy Technicians, and less experienced physiotherapists as required. To teach relatives/ carers and other healthcare workers when required. To assist in the supervision of undergraduate students when appropriate. Organisational To keep up-to-date and comply with Trust Procedures and Policies including Health & Safety, Fire Regulations, Infection control, Equal Opportunities etc To maintain a high standard of confidentiality at all times. To promote quality communications across the whole Health & Social Care Community To deal with informal complaints in line with the Trust guidelines To attend staff meetings and be a pro-active member of the department To undertake any additional duties appropriate to the post as may be delegated by the Head of Adult Therapies or other senior staff in your work area. To act as an ambassador for the service at all times. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical To provide a comprehensive assessment of patients and use clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate assessment of their condition. To formulate and deliver individual treatment programmes based on evidence based practice using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of a range of treatment options. To assess capacity for consent with all patients and whenever possible ensure that valid informed consent is agreed with the patient working within the legal framework. This will involve fully explaining the outcome of assessment, the options for treatment and the benefits of any procedure or treatment and then reaching agreed treatment goals and outcomes. Communication will frequently be to patients who have complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g. deafness, dysphasia, depression, etc and will require expert use of a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools. To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise a patients rehabilitation potential To ensure that all treatment plans are regularly reviewed and revised as appropriate To carry and prioritise your own clinical caseload and delegate tasks appropriately. To be responsible for ensuring accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records are kept in line with the Trust, Physiotherapy and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) standards. To ensure statistics are maintained according to departmental, Trust and CSP standards. To complete necessary training and competency assessment to allow participation in the weekend and on call rota for acute respiratory patients. When working on the rota - to undertake the assessment and treatment of acutely ill patients with respiratory problems who may have a complex presentation, and inform other members of the MDT on progress. To attend home visits with another member of staff as necessary. To have professional and legal accountability, including the treatment of patients within your area in accordance with the CSP Core Standards of Physiotherapy Practice and the HCPC standards of proficiency, conduct, performance and ethics To attend multi-disciplinary board rounds, case conferences, ward rounds etc. where appropriate to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service with physiotherapy treatment integrated into the patient pathway, and discharge planning. To seek advice and support from senior staff where appropriate. To be responsible for the safe and competent use of equipment, patient appliances and aids both by yourself, assistants and patients in your care. To manage Clinical Risk in line within the Trust guidelines. Professional To be responsible for and actively participate in continuous professional development - developing knowledge and skills specific to each rotation. To develop and maintain a portfolio of evidence to support knowledge and skills framework progression and HCPC requirements. To take part in appraisal and be responsible for working to agreed planned objectives. To take part in audit, research and development activity as required - this will include taking part in audit and surveys. To maintain up to date knowledge of evidence based practice, local and national standards and use this to inform, measure and evaluate your work and current practice. To undertake appraisal with Assistant / Technical Instructor staff within a rotation as appropriate, supported by a senior member of staff. To actively participate in Team, Service and Directorate meetings and discussions regarding policy and service delivery/development. To undertake all statutory and mandatory training as required by the Trust To actively take part in in-service training and any training opportunities identified at appraisal To assist in the delivery of training both within the service and to other health professional as appropriate. To provide support, supervision and a learning environment to Therapy Technicians, and less experienced physiotherapists as required. To teach relatives/ carers and other healthcare workers when required. To assist in the supervision of undergraduate students when appropriate. Organisational To keep up-to-date and comply with Trust Procedures and Policies including Health & Safety, Fire Regulations, Infection control, Equal Opportunities etc To maintain a high standard of confidentiality at all times. To promote quality communications across the whole Health & Social Care Community To deal with informal complaints in line with the Trust guidelines To attend staff meetings and be a pro-active member of the department To undertake any additional duties appropriate to the post as may be delegated by the Head of Adult Therapies or other senior staff in your work area. To act as an ambassador for the service at all times. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of team working Desirable Evidence of acute respiratory experience at undergraduate level Evidence of extra responsibilities taken at undergraduate level Aptitudes Essential Demonstrates a commitment to own professional development. Credible and mature attitude, which is recognised & respected by other staff Demonstrates trust values - Respectful, Supportive, Collaborative and Innovative. Desire to work for UHBW Proactive attitude Qualifications & Experience Essential Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy Health Professions Council registered Demonstrate a broad range of clinical undergraduate experience Desirable Member of Chartered society of Physiotherapy Skills and Abilities Essential Evidence of Effective communication skills both verbal & written Planning & organisational skills Demonstrate assessment, analytical & reflective skills Evidence of understanding role within MDT Demonstrate the ability to carry out assessments & interventions, including manual therapy & therapeutic handling Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day & carryout concurrent activities Evidence of ability to work in a stressful environment Evidence of meeting deadlines & work under pressure Demonstrate enthusiasm & willingness to learn Demonstrate empathy & resilience A flexible approach to work Able to travel between sites Basic Information Technology Skills Desirable Leadership Skills Ability to effect & manage change Evidence of having undertaken some research or audit project Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of team working Desirable Evidence of acute respiratory experience at undergraduate level Evidence of extra responsibilities taken at undergraduate level Aptitudes Essential Demonstrates a commitment to own professional development. Credible and mature attitude, which is recognised & respected by other staff Demonstrates trust values - Respectful, Supportive, Collaborative and Innovative. Desire to work for UHBW Proactive attitude Qualifications & Experience Essential Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy Health Professions Council registered Demonstrate a broad range of clinical undergraduate experience Desirable Member of Chartered society of Physiotherapy Skills and Abilities Essential Evidence of Effective communication skills both verbal & written Planning & organisational skills Demonstrate assessment, analytical & reflective skills Evidence of understanding role within MDT Demonstrate the ability to carry out assessments & interventions, including manual therapy & therapeutic handling Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day & carryout concurrent activities Evidence of ability to work in a stressful environment Evidence of meeting deadlines & work under pressure Demonstrate enthusiasm & willingness to learn Demonstrate empathy & resilience A flexible approach to work Able to travel between sites Basic Information Technology Skills Desirable Leadership Skills Ability to effect & manage change Evidence of having undertaken some research or audit project 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 University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) Address UHBW Bristol Upper Maudlin Street Bristol BS2 8HW Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)