Job requirements
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Essential
13 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Sound knowledge of physiotherapy assessment, treatment planning and rehabilitation principles
- Knowledge
Understanding of evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning
- Knowledge
Knowledge of professional standards relating to HCPC, CSP and safeguarding requirements
- Knowledge
Knowledge of clinical governance, risk management and quality improvement
- Knowledge
Knowledge of consent, capacity and information governance requirements
- Experience
Post-registration experience across a range of physiotherapy settings including musculoskeletal assessment and treatment
- Experience
Experience of managing an independent caseload
- Experience
Experience supervising students, assistants or support workers
- Experience
Experience maintaining accurate clinical records, preferably electronic patient records
- Qualifications
Degree or MSc in Physiotherapy
- Qualifications
HCPC Registered Physiotherapist
- Qualifications
Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Qualifications
Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with reflective portfolio
Desirable
14 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Specialist knowledge of pelvic floor dysfunction, bladder and bowel disorders, pelvic pain, obstetric and gynaecological conditions
- Knowledge
Knowledge of national pelvic health priorities and NHS Long Term Plan initiatives
- Knowledge
Awareness of current POGP guidance and pelvic health pathways
- Knowledge
Knowledge of outcome measures used in pelvic health services
- Knowledge
Knowledge of local pathways
- Experience
Experience delivering antenatal, postnatal or pelvic health group education sessions
- Experience
Previous experience working within a specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapy service
- Experience
Experience undertaking vaginal and/or rectal examination and treatment within professional scope of practice
- Experience
Experience contributing to service development projects
- Experience
Experience participating in audit, quality improvement or research activities
- Qualifications
Postgraduate qualification or modules in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Continence, Women's Health, Men's Health, Maternity Care or related field.
- Qualifications
Membership of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy (POGP)
- Qualifications
Leadership or quality improvement training
- Qualifications
Practice educator qualification or experience
Job overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Pelvic Health Physiotherapist to join our Pelvic Health team at Ipswich Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients with pelvic health conditions (men, women and children), including but not limited to incontinence, prolapse, pelvic pain, and post-natal recovery. As a Band 6 Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, you will work as part of a dynamic team to provide high-quality care and support for patients across East Suffolk. We are a friendly team who strive to offer patients the best care possible.
If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification we would be interested in receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
- To provide a high-quality, evidence-based Pelvic Health Physiotherapy service as part of the Integrated Therapies Team, assessing and treating adults and children presenting with pelvic floor dysfunction, bladder and bowel conditions, pelvic pain, obstetric and gynaecological conditions, and related musculoskeletal presentations.
- The post holder will work autonomously within their scope of practice, managing a specialist caseload while contributing to service development, quality improvement, education, clinical supervision, and multidisciplinary team working.
- The role will support the delivery of national priorities including the NHS Long Term Plan and Pelvic Health pathway developments, providing person-centred care that promotes self-management, prevention, and improved outcomes for patients.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Senior Physiotherapist in Pelvic Health with East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust in Ipswich, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Fixed term: 9 months (until 31st May 2027). The application deadline is 10 Sep 2026.
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