Job overview
In this post, you will have the opportunity to work across the key areas of the Trauma & Orthopaedics, including both trauma and elective pathways at our well established Weston site. This is an exciting opportunity to delve into the T&O speciality and develop your skill and expertise.
Are you passionate about trauma and orthopaedics? Are you looking for the next step in your career? Or maybe an opportunity to concentrate on a specific clinical area while developing your leadership skills? T&O is a great place to make these steps. We have a culture which is fun, can-do and very friendly, where we aim to make everyone feel welcome, able to speak up and learn together.
Join our inclusive, supportive and flexible team to deliver an excellent service to our T&O population.
**This vacancy may close early if high volumes of applications are received **
Main duties of the job
You will be part of an integrated team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Therapy Technicians who work closely together on a day to day basis allowing plenty of opportunity for informal learning and peer support.
You will have protected and regular clinical supervision from your allocated mentor, but also be well supported informally on a day to day basis by our senior leads team.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
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
Experience
Essential
- Contributing to clinical education of less experienced staff, students or assistants
- Experience of working as part of a Physiotherapy team and/or multidisciplinary team
- Clinical Supervision of students and assistant staff
- Experience of discharge planning
Desirable
- Evidence of previous experience and participation in audit
Personal qualities
Essential
- Proactive attitude
- Committed to team working
- Desire to work in this role and commitment to the trust values
- Demonstrates interest and passion to work in T&O speciality
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Health Professions Council registered
- Evidence of relevant Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Involvement in relevant Special Clinical Interest Groups
Knowledge, skills and abilities - 1
Essential
- A variety of experience in core areas, as postgraduate physiotherapist i.e. care of the elderly, musculoskeletal, respiratory & neurological, dealing with a wide range of patients with differing needs
- Ability to effectively perform patient assessments & interventions, including manual therapy & therapeutic handling
- Demonstrate Assessment, Analytical & Reflective skills across a diverse patient group
- Effective communication skills both verbal & written
Desirable
- Experience of working within trauma and orthopaedic pathways as a Band 6 (or equivalent)
Knowledge, skills and abilities - 2
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Ability to plan, prioritise & delegate
- Ability to meet deadlines & work under pressure
- Ability to cope in a stressful environment undertaking moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- Competent IT Skills
- Knowledge of clinical Governance & its application to Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Ability to effect & manage change
- Leadership Skills
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This advert is for Trauma & Orthopaedic Static Physiotherapist with University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust in Weston General Hospital. It is listed as a Band 6 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 pa, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 07 Sep 2026.
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