Band 6 Physiotherapist - Community

Band 6 Physiotherapist - Community

(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 6
Job Role: Physiotherapist - Community
Location: Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust, Devon
Pay: £20 to £24 per hour
Pay Mechanism: DE
Contract: 25/04/2025 - 31/05/2025

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a pioneering integrated care organisation, nationally recognised for its seamless integration of health, social, and community care services. We serve a diverse population of approximately 286,000 residents and over 100,000 seasonal visitors, delivering over 500,000 face-to-face contacts annually in patients' homes and communities.

We are seeking a motivated Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic Community Therapy Team. This role involves delivering high-quality physiotherapy services to housebound patients across the Baywide locality, encompassing community rehabilitation, crisis response, and intermediate care. You will work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the South Devon Intermediate Care weekend and late duty rotas.

• Conduct advanced physiotherapeutic assessments for patients with diverse physical, psychological, cognitive, and behavioural conditions.

• Develop and implement personalised treatment plans, including manual therapy, exercise programmes, and patient education.

• Provide mentorship to junior staff, students, and support workers.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated care.

• Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to weekend and late duty rotas as required.

• Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy.

• HCPC registration.

• Experience in NHS settings, including rotations in orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions.

• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).

• Experience in supervising students and support staff.

• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community visits.

To apply for this job, please reply with your updated CV and job reference number - BS/10461/PT1.