Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
About the Role:
This exciting Band 5 Physiotherapist role within Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers a structured rotation scheme across various clinical specialities, including neurorehabilitation, trauma, intensive care, and more. The rotations aim to provide a broad base of experience, allowing for progression within the Trust.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess and treat patients’ caseloads autonomously, maintaining detailed records.
- Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team and patients/carers.
- Participate in departmental training, education, and professional development activities.
- Complete all necessary documentation for patient care.
- Actively participate in appraisal and supervision processes.
- Maintain and develop own Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
- Assist in the supervision of physiotherapy assistants and students.
- Participate in extended hours working, including overnight emergency on-call and weekend working.
Skills and Expertise:
- Strong understanding of national and professional physiotherapy guidelines.
- Proven ability to provide high-standard physiotherapy interventions.
- Excellent communication skills, including working with diverse patient populations.
- Knowledge of trauma orthopaedics, respiratory medicine, intensive care, acute medicine, surgical and vascular, neurosciences, neurorehabilitation, women’s and men’s health, gerontology, oncology, haematology.
- Proficiency in assessment and treatment techniques, including manual and electrotherapy, therapeutic handling, patient education, exercise classes.
- Ability to analyse clinical and non-clinical information to formulate accurate diagnoses and care plans.
- Strong clinical reasoning skills and experience in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Why Join Us:
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a large university teaching hospital with a wide range of general and specialist services. Join a supportive environment that values compassionate excellence, providing opportunities for continuous professional development and a rewarding career in a dynamic and impactful role within a well-respected NHS Trust.