Senior MSK Rotational Physiotherapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, and motivated Rotational Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist to work in both our busy outpatient physiotherapy department & In-Patient orthopaedic wards, within North Bristol Trust.

This is a fantastic opportunity for those wanting to build a career in both MSK Outpatients and Orthopaedics In-Patients. This rotational post will rotate between the two departments on a 9-month basis.

We are looking for a physiotherapist who is passionate about delivering a high quality, evidence-based physiotherapy service to patients following orthopaedic surgery, neurosurgery or with musculoskeletal conditions/injuries. You should have evidence of time spent working at band 5/6 level or equivalent and experience of working in a musculoskeletal outpatient setting & orthopaedic in-patient setting.

The post holder will need to be a versatile, adaptable team player who has good organisational skills and be competent using multiple computer systems.

We have a well-established induction and in-service training programme. You will supervise other members of the team and students.

The post holder will participate in the weekend rota working on the trauma and orthopaedic wards, working one weekend shift, no more than 1 weekend in 4; alternating between Saturdays and Sundays., To be an autonomous physiotherapy practitioner providing a high standard of therapy in Musculoskeletal Outpatients.

To manage patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurosurgical and orthopaedic conditions, some of which may be complex, within the MSK outpatient physiotherapy services. This may involve working across different sites within North Bristol NHS Trust. The post holder will have access to advice and support from a more senior physiotherapist.

Whilst on an in-patient rotation to carry a complex busy caseload on the ward and to participate with wider MDT on both assessment and ongoing rehabilitation and discharge planning of patients. This will involve attending board rounds and MDT discussions.

To provide education and supervision to students and other Health Care Professionals. To provide patients and carers with relevant advice and information to enable them to manage their condition.

To participate in the weekend orthopaedic rota; one weekend day every four weeks.

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.