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Rotational Physiotherapist

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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

4d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be a team player with diverse student experience, hold a degree, and have HCPC registration (or pending).
  • You will provide quality physiotherapy, collaborate with the MDT, work in various areas across rotations, and participate in weekend shifts and 7-day services as needed.

Requirements

  • You must be a team player with a broad range of student experience.
  • Please only apply if you have a degree result and have your HCPC registration or it is pending.

Responsibilities

  • To provide high quality physiotherapy including assessment, treatment and advice to patients with various needs in a variety of settings.
  • To work collaboratively with the MDT to deliver patient centred care.
  • To participate in the Band 5 Rotational Scheme, this involves six monthly rotations in the following areas;
  • Respiratory including Critical care, UCLH@Westmoreland Street, Acute Medicine and Surgery
  • Neurology including Hyper acute Stroke Unit (HASU), Acute Brain Injury Unit (ABIU), Neurosurgery, neuro-medicine and neuro-rehabilitation (at NHNN)
  • Musculoskeletal including Outpatients, Orthopaedics, Acute orthopaedic outpatients
  • Rehabilitation and Medicine including Oncology, Haematology, Elderly Care, Infectious Diseases, Exercise Post (A rotation providing physical and therapeutic exercise within a Paediatric, Adolescent and Adult Cancer Services) and Intermediate Care (St Pancras Rehab Unit)
  • To participate in weekend working, on-calls and 7-day services as appropriate for the rotation.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Rotational Physiotherapist position?

You need to have a degree in physiotherapy and must hold HCPC registration or have it pending.

How long are the rotations in this physiotherapy role?

The rotations are six months long across various specialities.

What specialities will I rotate through as part of this role?

You will rotate through Critical Care, Surgery, Orthopaedics, Oncology and Haematology, General Medicine, Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Rehabilitation, and Neurology.

Will the role involve weekend or on-call work?

Yes, staff will participate in weekend working, on-call duties, and 7-day services as appropriate for their rotation.

Where will the rotations take place?

The rotations will take place at multiple sites including University College Hospital, UCH at Westmoreland Street, The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, and the St Pancras Rehab Unit (CNWL).

Is there a focus on professional development within this position?

Yes, there is a strong commitment to staff development and service improvement, providing regular supervision and in-service training.

What is the work environment and culture like in the therapy department?

The therapy department is described as a friendly and supportive environment, promoting the development of both clinical and project skills.

How do I learn more about working in the Therapies and Rehabilitation department?

You can view a promotional video about working for the department on YouTube at this link: https://youtu.be/x2590DuUnLI.

What types of patients will I be working with?

You will provide physiotherapy to a wide range of patients with various needs across different settings, including acute and rehabilitation care.

Who can I contact for more information about the Rotational Physiotherapist position?

You can contact Louisa Weighill, the Team Lead Physiotherapist, at louisa.weighill@nhs.net for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

UCLH provides first-class acute and specialist services in six hospitals in central London.

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University College London Hospitals (UCLH) NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most renowned healthcare providers. The Trust delivers high-quality patient care across a range of specialties, including cancer, neurology, women’s health, and emergency services. UCLH is committed to clinical excellence, research, and education, aiming to improve health outcomes through innovative treatments and world-class facilities. Their mission is to provide exceptional care and to advance medical knowledge for the benefit of patients and the wider community.