Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and driven Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our innovative, friendly team across our rotations at East Cheshire NHS Trust.



We deliver care in a variety of settings, including acute hospitals, community settings and GP practices.



This is an excellent career opportunity, suitable for both newly qualified and experienced Band 5 physiotherapists.

We are looking for:

Enthusiastic, self-motivated HCPC registered Physiotherapist



NHS placement and/ experience



Excellent communication skills



Work autonomously and within the team and wider MDT



Organisation and time management



Patient centred care



Sound evidence based clinical knowledge



Work within trust policies and professional practice



Maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records



A full UK driving licence with vehicle access or be able to demonstrate means of meeting the travel requirements of the post

What we offer in return:

Full induction



Mentorship and preceptorship programmes



CPD to support and develop in the role



Advice and support from clinical specialists



Service development and innovation is strongly encouraged alongside audit and research



Encouragement into internal promotion opportunities

Hours per week:

37.5 fixed term: 8 months (secondment opportunity available)



To rotate through a wide range of rotations including medical, surgical, acute, community and OP neuro-rehabilitation, frailty, orthopaedics, rheumatology OP and both GP clinics, gymnasium and department based musculoskeletal therapies.



To undertake assessment of patients with a wide range of conditions and to work as autonomous clinicians, under the guidance of Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists as required, using accurate analytical skills and clinical reasoning to interpret assessment findings, making diagnoses where appropriate, identifying patient problems, setting goals, and providing an appropriate treatment plan and progression



Upon completion of on call competencies, to work unsupervised in an on-call and out of hour's emergency service.



It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.



COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.



Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.



Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.



Please download a copy of the and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.



As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.



We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).



Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.



We look forward to receiving your application.