This senior post sits within the physiotherapy department of The New Foscote Hospital, part of Akessa Healthcare Group. The core of the work is post-operative physiotherapy for orthopaedic patients, running outpatient musculoskeletal clinics, and leading and managing the department's physiotherapy functions. It is a hands‑on senior role that also involves the weekend rota and advising hospital senior management, and it arises from the expansion of services at the hospital. Only physiotherapists registered with the HCPC for more than five years are eligible.
What the job involves
- Provide post-operative physiotherapy for orthopaedic patients
- Manage outpatient musculoskeletal physiotherapy clinics
- Provide direct leadership, support and operational management to the physiotherapy department
- Lead the support and management of all physiotherapy functions across the hospital
- Manage clinical caseloads, with assessment, treatment and follow-up to the highest standard
- Develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate physiotherapy policies and practices in the department
- Advise and support hospital senior management on all physiotherapy practice
- Work in a hands‑on clinical role within the department
- Work closely with sports medicine consultants
- Mentor and develop the skills and knowledge of others
- Promote evidence-based best practice
- Apply legislation and policies, and ensure others comply with them
What’s required
Qualifications
- Chartered Physiotherapist and member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
Registration & licences
- HCPC registration held for more than five years
Experience
- Previous UK experience in a similar role
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of CSP and HCPC codes, guidance and their implications for practice
- Knowledge of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 or the Care Standards Act, and CQC requirements
- Fully conversant with Microsoft Office
- Ability to learn and use internal and external IT systems
- High standards of verbal and written communication
- Time management and organisational skills
Other
- Ability to deal with sensitive and, at times, distressing matters
- Respect for patient confidentiality
- Flexible approach to work
- Reliability and dependability
- Commitment to the Core Values of Professional Service, Clinical Excellence and Quality Care
- Demonstration of the Five CIVIC Duties: Community, Integrity, Vigour, Innovation, Compassion
Nice to have
- Postgraduate qualifications
- Additional postgraduate education and experience in a relevant area of expertise
- Additional skills or interests, such as men's health, women's health, hand therapy, Pilates or acupuncture
- Experience of working in a private hospital
What’s offered
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Annual leave entitlement and enhanced sick pay
- Employee health and wellbeing programme and free flu jabs
- Discounted on-site food and drinks, plus employee, friends and family discounts
- Cycle to work scheme, referral programme and company events
- Ample opportunities for personal and career development
- UK visa sponsorship
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Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist in England employer: The New Foscote Hospital
Akessa Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering Consultant Neurologists the chance to work in a supportive environment that prioritises work-life balance and professional autonomy. With state-of-the-art facilities at Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital and The New Foscote Hospital, employees benefit from a collaborative culture, ample opportunities for personal growth, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on patient care in a highly regarded organisation.
