Job Description

37.5 hours per week



Fixed term for 12 months

Salary:

27,485 - 30,162 per annum

Closing date:

24th August 2025

Interview date:

4th September 2025



This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly



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A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunity to make a difference everyday.



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The post holder will significantly contribute to patients enrolled in the INITIATE Study . They will support patients both clinically and through research processes, working alongside a Band 5 Research Physiotherapist and MDT colleagues. They will deliver therapy interventions, collect research data, and help improve care outcomes for older adults after injury.



37.5 hours per week (This post forms part of the wider therapy team and may involve working across inpatient and outpatient settings, and participation in the 7-day rota (including weekends and some evenings).



We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Assistant Research Physiotherapist to join our dynamic Trauma & Orthopaedics team to support the INITIATE Study , a national NIHR-funded trial investigating rehabilitation following hip fracture.



This Band 4 post is ideal for someone with healthcare experience who is passionate about rehabilitation and research. You'll support patients both clinically and through research processes, working alongside a Band 5 Research Physiotherapist and MDT colleagues. You'll deliver therapy interventions, collect research data, and help improve care outcomes for older adults after injury.



Full training in research methods and study protocols will be provided. Join us to build your clinical skills, contribute to cutting-edge research, and help shape the future of orthopaedic rehabilitation.



Here at George Eliot our vision to ' excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:



E ffective Open Communication



E x cellence and safety in everything we do



C hallenge but support



E xpect respect and dignity



L ocal health that inspires confidence

Benefits:

On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, in house training and development, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.



Clinical Duties



Assess and treat a designated caseload of patients independently within agreed care pathways and competency frameworks.



Deliver individual and group-based rehabilitation programmes under indirect supervision.



Use clinical reasoning to modify treatment plans in response to patients' needs and risks (e.g. pain, mobility, falls).



Support rehabilitation in hospital wards, clinics, and community/home settings as appropriate.



Undertake functional, mobility and risk assessments; document and escalate any concerns.



Assist with discharge planning and provision of minor aids/adaptations.



Use safe moving and handling techniques; clean and maintain therapy equipment.



Research Support



Support identification, screening, and recruitment of patients for the INITIATE Study primarily and any other research allocated to portfolio.



Assist in coordinating participant appointments, follow-up and booking of outcome assessments.



Collect study data using standardised measures (e.g. functional scores, PROMs), record in Case Record Forms (CRF's) or electronic systems.



Work and engage with EDGE electronic database.



Liaise with patients and families to provide information and support around the study.



Maintain accurate and timely research records under guidance of Band 5 Research Physiotherapist, Lead Research Nurse and "study" team.



Professional and Administrative Duties



Maintain clinical and research documentation in line with Trust, GCP, and GDPR requirements.



Participate in peer supervision, annual appraisal, and competency-based training.



Support junior therapy assistants and students as required.



Maintain confidentiality and act in accordance with CSP and Trust values.



Undertake clerical tasks including ordering equipment, filing, data entry, photocopying and cleaning log.



Communication and Team Working



Communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, families, and colleagues.



Attend MDT meetings, handovers and study briefings as appropriate.



Use digital platforms (email, EPR, EDGE, study databases) effectively and responsibly.



Sustainability & Service Development



Contribute to quality improvement, audits, and feedback cycles for service delivery.



Support a culture of efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement in therapy services.



RELATIONSHIPS



The post holder will work closely with and be supported by the following individuals and teams:

Internal:

Band 4 Research Physiotherapist - Day-to-day clinical and research supervision; delegated tasks and caseload management.

Senior and Specialist Physiotherapists - For training, mentorship, and input on complex cases.

Occupational Therapists - Collaborative rehabilitation planning and joint patient sessions.

Therapy Assistants and Technical Instructors (Bands 2-3) - Peer support, joint delivery of therapy sessions, and shared administrative duties.

Ward-Based Nursing Teams - Communication regarding patient mobility, discharge planning, and therapy needs.

Orthopaedic and Geriatric Consultants / Junior Doctors - Liaison regarding patient suitability for research, medical status, and functional progress.

Therapy Administration and Equipment Services - Coordination of equipment orders, data entry, and scheduling.

Research & Development (R&D) Department - Support in adhering to research governance procedures and study documentation standards.

External:

Patients and Families / Carers - Regular communication regarding therapy goals, education, and support during participation in the INITIATE Study.

Research Delivery Network:

West Midlands (WMRDN) - May assist in coordinating study-related activities or data monitoring visits.

Study Sponsors / INITIATE Study Coordinating Team - Ensuring accurate and timely data entry and attendance at relevant training where required.

Community Rehabilitation Teams / Social Care Staff - Support for patients transitioning home with ongoing therapy or care needs.



SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS



Participation in 7-day working rota including some evenings.

Willingness to work across multiple sites if required.

Physical effort - moving and handling patients/equipment daily



For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and person specification attached.