Job Title: Band 6 Acute Specialist Physiotherapist
Location: Isle of Wight
Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,392 - £42,618 per annum
Sanctuary Personnel is currently seeking a Band 6 Acute Specialist Physiotherapist to join our team. In this role, you will provide high-quality physiotherapy services across various acute inpatient settings, including the Emergency Department, acute wards, and critical care units. As part of a rotational program with other acute band 6 Physiotherapists, you will manage a caseload of patients with diverse diagnoses and complex needs.
Reporting to the Acute Physiotherapy Team Leader and being accountable to the Acute In-reach and Onward Flow Cluster Lead, your responsibilities will include performing advanced physiotherapeutic assessments, developing individualised treatment plans, and delivering interventions autonomously. You will also act as a source of expertise on the management of medical and surgical conditions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and contributing to education and research programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct advanced physiotherapeutic assessments and develop individualised treatment plans.
- Manage a caseload independently, including responsibility for a defined area of service or patient type.
- Participate in On Call and weekend working, supporting staff in becoming on-call competent.
- Mentor junior staff, provide regular supervision and appraisal, and support team performance management.
- Undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to enhance clinical practice.
- Deputise for the Physiotherapy Team Leader in operational management.
Requirements:
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy and HCPC Registration.
- Relevant and recent experience in acute wards within NHS services.
- Continued Professional Development including participation in research/audit.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously, prioritise effectively, and adapt to changing needs.
- Flexibility to work varying hours, including weekends and on-call duties.
- Competent IT skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your skills and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care within a dynamic healthcare environment. Join us in making a difference to patient experiences and outcomes.
Apply now to become a part of our dedicated team!
