Specialist Physiotherapist | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

You will manage a varied clinical caseload and work closely with the Band 7 Team Lead Physiotherapist and the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist. You will provide day-to-day clinical leadership for rehabilitation assistants and support the supervision of students, making this an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership skills alongside your specialist physiotherapy practice.

• Assess patients' functional ability and rehabilitation needs, including their potential to return to their preferred place of discharge.
• Use excellent clinical reasoning to provide rapid assessment, goal setting and treatment planning for patients with complex medical needs.
• Contribute to proactive discharge planning and patient flow, working effectively with the multidisciplinary team and wider system partners.
• Communicate calmly and assertively, negotiating a way forward in challenging situations and advocating for patient-centred care.
• Work collaboratively to support safe, timely transfers of care; awareness of Greater Manchester Discharge to Assess processes and pathways is desirable.
We will support you with a robust induction. You will have access to clinical supervision and a wider staff support network, and you will be involved in the supervision of junior staff and students. You will be expected to participate in a 7-day working service and an on-call respiratory rota.

We are recruiting a dynamic Band 6 Physiotherapist to join the Medical Therapy Team at Trafford Hospital. You will be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality assessment and rehabilitation for patients on the medical wards. You will have excellent clinical and communication skills, with relevant experience in acute care and a special interest in Medicine for Older People, including supporting people living with cognitive impairment. You will bring advanced assessment skills for frailty syndromes, with a minimum of 18 months' relevant experience. You will understand how to use multidisciplinary assessment and rehabilitation approaches to support patients through their hospital stay, with a strong focus on patient flow and timely discharge., Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.