Job summary Would you like to work in a dynamic physiotherapy service with the added benefit of being in the vibrant and diverse town of Luton and surrounding areas? A fantastic and rare opportunity for a permanent post has arisen for a Senior Band 6 Physiotherapist. You would be joining our friendly and innovative Complex Medicine team within the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The role will be a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) whilst also covering the weekend and late service rota (12:00-20:00). You will have the chance to work across our various specialities which are comprised of Cardiology, Haematology, General medicine and Elderly care. Physiotherapy is playing an instrumental role in the exciting developments in the Trust and our team is growing. Our patients rate us highly on quality of care and having friendly, approachable staff. You will be responsible for providing a high standard of assessment, advice, treatment and evaluation of patients referred to the acute inpatient physiotherapy service. This includes patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions. Main duties of the job To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions, to determine a diagnosis and formulate and deliver an appropriate, effective individualised treatment programme To plan, supervise, educate and assess therapy students on placement within the Complex Medicine team. Work closely with the university and comply with all standards required for the degree level qualification. To participate in the development and delivery of education and training for other health professionals caring for patients with elderly care conditions. To hold responsibility for own caseload and be responsible for patients with physiotherapy problems on the complex care wards, acute medical wards and outlying patients, working without direct supervision. Access to advice and support from a senior physiotherapist is available if required. To undertake generic work in Complex Medicine within the field of occupational therapy to a competent standard supported by clinical supervision from non-physiotherapy senior staff. Supported by the Band 7 Complex Medicine physiotherapy lead, to design and undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and team's clinical practice and improve service delivery. To deputise for the Band 7 Complex Medicine team leader as required. About us Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job. Date posted 14 February 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 418-DTO0134-KA Job locations Luton and Dunstable Hospital Lewsey Road Luton LU4 0DZ Job description Job responsibilities Please see job description and person specification provided. If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert. Job description Job responsibilities Please see job description and person specification provided. If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC registration Desirable CSP membership or equivalent CPD relevant to the post and within 1 year Experience Essential Examples of experience in relevant in-patient settings Experience working in an acute hospital Relevant NHS experience Desirable Respiratory On-Call Competent Communication Essential Evidence of MDT working Examples of good interpersonal skills Knowledge Essential Experience of directly supervising junior staff members Experience and example of working in a MDT Desirable Evidence and example of clinical audit Skills Essential Experience of using different IT platforms Ability to work effectively in fast paced working environments Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC registration Desirable CSP membership or equivalent CPD relevant to the post and within 1 year Experience Essential Examples of experience in relevant in-patient settings Experience working in an acute hospital Relevant NHS experience Desirable Respiratory On-Call Competent Communication Essential Evidence of MDT working Examples of good interpersonal skills Knowledge Essential Experience of directly supervising junior staff members Experience and example of working in a MDT Desirable Evidence and example of clinical audit Skills Essential Experience of using different IT platforms Ability to work effectively in fast paced working environments 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 Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Luton and Dunstable Hospital Lewsey Road Luton LU4 0DZ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)