Static Orthopaedic Physiotherapist

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Wexham Orthopaedic therapy team as a static Band 5 Physiotherapist.  This is post is fixed for one year to cover maternity leave.

The physiotherapist will work within our established team and receive regular support, supervision and training.

Main duties of the job

• To provide a high standard physiotherapy service in assessing and treating patients who may have a complex presentation
• To supervise and teach technicians/assistants and students and be involved in teaching MDT staff
• To participate in CPD and other departmental activities
• To work across day surgery, inpatient and day surgery units
• To work flexibly across an extended seven day service, covering 08:00 - 16:00 including 1 in 4 weekends (Either Saturday or Sunday)

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work, including the management of patients in your care
• To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management and support non qualified staff to deliver safe and effective care
• To work across Inpatient Orthopaedic services (day surgery/inpatient)
• To maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of care for this group of patients by providing comprehensive assessment; treatment plans and undertaking joint treatment sessions as indicated

Please see attached job description for more information

For further information please contact Emma Kirton on [email protected]