Senior Physiotherapist - Rotational Band 6 (Cross Site)

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We are seeking a dynamic and talented senior physiotherapist to work across a wide range of inpatient and outpatient specialty services at Lewisham and Greenwich Trust. The role involves rotations across University Hospital Lewisham, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich and community sites, providing advanced clinical practice and leadership.

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• Specialist Respiratory: Critical Care (ICU & HDU), Cystic Fibrosis, AVUs, Surgery, Tracheostomy, Pulmonary Rehab, Respiratory Outpatients, Respiratory Medicine
  
• Specialist Paediatrics: NICU, Cystic Fibrosis, Rheumatology, MSK Outpatients, Hydrotherapy, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Baby Clinic, Haematology, Neuro‑developmental, Acute Respiratory
  
• Specialist Neurology: Neurology inpatients/outpatients, Acute Stroke, Community Stroke Rehab
  
• Specialist Rehabilitation: Trauma & Orthopaedics, Oncology & Haematology, Amputee Prosthetic Rehab, Community Services
  
• Specialist Emergency Department Discharge Team: ED, Resus, Short Stay, Acute Medical Unit, Same‑Day Emergency Care, Frailty, Ambulatory Care
  
• Specialist Older Adult Services: Frailty, Geriatric Medicine
  
• Specialist Musculoskeletal Services: Hydrotherapy, Paediatrics, Fracture Clinic, GP practices, Staff Service, Classes
  

A band 6 physiotherapist plays a key role in the clinical provision of services to a varied patient caseload. Therapies are integral to the multi‑disciplinary team, and the trust supports staff with training, study leave and leadership development. At each rotation the post holder will manage a complex caseload, supervise junior staff, and contribute to quality improvement and audit.

The Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust is an inclusive and supportive team that values equity, diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive environment for clinical staff to progress and innovate.

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• Date posted: 17 October 2025
  
• Pay scheme: £38,682 – £46,580 per annum plus HCAS
  
• Contract: Permanent
  
• Working pattern: Full‑time
  
• Reference number: 197‑R‑UT7400
  
• Job locations: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Stadium Road, London, SE18 4QH
  

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• Undertake all clinical duties and manage a significant patient caseload, including complex presentations.
  
• Work at an advanced level, responsible for own prioritisation and clinical governance.
  
• Ensure legal and ethical practice, including assessment of capacity and informed consent.
  
• Perform comprehensive assessment and accurate diagnosis using investigational, palpatory and clinical reasoning skills.
  
• Use high‑level manual therapy techniques and manage inpatient/outpatient equipment safely.
  
• Formulate individualised management programmes and monitor progress with recognised outcome measures.
  
• Provide teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and multidisciplinary teams.
  
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, discharge planning and service development.
  
• Maintain accurate clinical records and support audit, research and evidence‑based practice.
  
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, dietitians, and community services.
  
• Attend on‑call, weekend and bank‑holiday rosters as required.
  

Essential

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• Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy; HCPC registration.
  
• Relevant postgraduate coursework, clinical educator training and experience in audit/evidence‑based projects.
  
• Wide‑ranging rotational physiotherapy experience at Band 5 level.
  
• Strong clinical reasoning, patient assessment and management skills.
  
• Excellent communication, teaching and organisational abilities.
  
• Experience of supervising and appraising physiotherapy staff.
  
• Knowledge of NHS structure, national guidelines and clinical governance.
  
• IT skills for hospital databases, reporting and communication.
  

Desirable

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• MCSP, membership of a Special Interest Group, managerial training.
  
• Experience at Band 6 level, research experience.
  
• Experience of supervising students and giving constructive feedback.
  

Knowledge and Skills

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• Evidence‑based practice in specialist physiotherapy areas.
  
• Clinical governance and audit familiarity.
  
• Leadership, time‑management and self‑directed learning.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication.
  
• IT competence with hospital systems and MS Office.
  

This is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or religion.