Job overview
Rotational Physiotherapist - Band 5
We are seeking an enthusiastic and well-motivated individuals to join our department’s Band 5 rotation scheme. We are looking for Band 5's committed to delivering high quality care and keen to join the team here at Croydon Health Services. We have fixed term and permanent roles.
We offer a broad range of 4 monthly rotations covering core areas and also Vascular, Intermediate Care Beds and Pulmonary Rehab.
All areas are led by experienced Senior Staff, who provide excellent support and supervision. There is a well-established training and supervision programme in each speciality.
Our friendly and supportive department provides excellent opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge within a sound framework of regular appraisal and CPD including regular IST.
Interview Date TBC
Main duties of the job
1.To undertake responsibility for the provision of Physiotherapy within Croydon Health Services NHSTrust to specific patient group within specific rotations 2. To assess patients, design appropriate physiotherapy management programmes 3. To communicate appropriate complex information effectively to patients and/or carers, from a multicultural and ethnically diverse population.
- To liaise with staff of other disciplines witihn MDT to ensure effective communication and to provide excellent patient care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
** Please see the Job Description and the Person Specification for more details on the jobs responsibilities **
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of broad range of clinical experience at undergraduate level, working within the MDT.
- Use of appropropriate documentation
- Demonstrates understanding of the role of Physiotherapy within MDT
- Awareness of Clinical governance and impact on Physiotherapy practice
Desirable
- Experience in musculoskeletal, neurology, orthopaedics, respiratory, elder rehab placements
- Knowledge of Croydon Health Services
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates abiltiy to work as part of a team
- Clinical Reasoning to underpin clinical skills
Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- Registered with the Health and Social Care Professional Council. (HCPC)
- Diploma, BSc or MSc in Physiotherapy.
Desirable
- Member of Special Interest Group
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This advert is for Rotational Physiotherapist - Band 5 with Croydon Health Services NHS Trust in Thornton Heath, London, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £36,943 - £44,900 per annum inc of HCAS (Outer). The contract type is 1 year (Fixed term). The application deadline is 13 Aug 2026.
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