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An exciting opportunity has arisen within Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust for an experienced band 5 or existing band 6 physiotherapist to develop their skills and knowledge within the speciality of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy within a supportive team.
The pelvic health physiotherapy service is based at Homerton Hospital with a responsibility to provide inpatient and outpatient services, community clinics and group exercise and advice sessions. The service has close links with gynaecology, urology, colorectal and sexual health consultants, midwives, specialist nurses and GP services. The service is led by the pelvic health physiotherapy team lead and the wider Outpatient therapies lead. The Pelvic health team consists of a Band 7 lead and two rotational staff members, a static Band 6 member in addition to the role advertised.
Pelvic Health experience would be advantageous but an MSK physiotherapist with enthusiasm and drive to develop within the speciality of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy would be considered. Potential funding is available for courses specific to development into this area. You will be encouraged and supported to develop your clinical, teaching and managerial skills and be actively involved in service development.
Main duties of the job
Main duties include:
- Provide specialised physiotherapy management for a range of perinatal conditions
- Participate in the appraisal, clinical supervision and continuous professional development of junior staff, physiotherapy assistants and students
- Participate in ongoing service development and evaluation
- Practice in a diverse cultural and socioeconomic locality
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
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.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Knowledge of physiotherapy best practise for a range of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy conditions
- Awareness of clinical audit and evidence-based practice.
- Knowledge of appropriate red flags for these specialist patient groups
- Knowledge of principles of Risk Management
- Awareness of NHS and Trust systems, policies, procedures and current changes
Desirable
- Knowledge of current professional and NHS issues
- Awareness of impact of socioeconomic factors on health
- Knowledge of appraisal cycle
Experience
Essential
- Broad general clinical experience
- Experience managing a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions
- Maintaining relevant range of CPD activities
Desirable
- Experience of working within a diverse socioeconomic/multicultural society.
- Experience of working in different health care environments
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Able to manage caseload and to prioritise under pressure.
- Able to demonstrate effective written & verbal communication skills
- Able to work within an MDT.
- Able to assess and implement appropriate treatment for a range of patients.
- Good IT skills
Desirable
- Supervision/appraisal (PTA,St,Physio)
- Presentation skills
Trust Values/ Other
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values.
- Commitment and adherence to the Equality Act
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy
- HCPC
Desirable
- Relevant post graduate courses/training/CPD
- Member of relevant special interest group
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This advert is for Specialist Pelvic Health MSK Physiotherapist with Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Homerton University Hospital, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £47,951 - £56,863 pro rate p.a. inc.. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (NA). The application deadline is 09 Sep 2026.
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