Specialised Physiotherapist (Pelvic Health)

NHS

  • Bradford
  • £38,682-46,580 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Closing Date: 03/09/2025Shortlisting to take place in the week following closing date: commencing 08/09/2025Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 15/09/2025We have an opportunity for a motivated, forward thinking and dynamic physiotherapist wanting to gain further experience and knowledge in this field at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.This post will offer the post holder the opportunity to work as part of an evolving Pelvic Health team.Our team receives referrals from an established MDT of consultants and GPs regarding urology, urogynaecology, obstetrics & colorectal teams, which results in patients of all genders being treated by our team.We are aware of the difficulty in accessing clinical experience in this area and so we are willing to consider supporting the successful candidate through a developmental competency framework to achieve the full specification ie. a developmental B5-6 postThe post holder may be based within a therapy team in outpatient settings at both Bradford Royal Infirmary and St Luke's Hospital.Main duties of the jobCandidates must have a Physiotherapy Degree and have HCPC registration.Ideally candidates would have post graduate experience in MSK & Pelvic Health, and recent experience working in the NHS. however we would be willing to consider new graduates who have had a clinical placement in the speciality and have a special interest in this area and would support them through a competency framework as a Band 5 to 6 development posA British driving license is desirable, as is access to a car (reasonable adjustments will be considered)The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery of specialised Physiotherapy to support patients with a variety of pelvic floor conditions. The case load will be a mixture of obstetric musculoskeletal, urogynaecology & colorectal work of all genders. Successful applicants will also be involved in MDT case discussions.All staff have access to regular clinical reasoning and supervision sessions and ongoing support from senior clinicians and the wider MDT. All staff take part in the Appraisal system and have access to regular IST specific to the speciality. There will be the opportunity to take part in M level post graduate training or work through a competency framework to acquire skills/knowledge to achieve the full role specification. Therole will involve supervision of Physiotherapy students,The role will also involve participation in service development, audit and clinical governance.About usOur People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
  • We value people
  • We are one team
  • We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.The Trust has a reputation for being at the forefront of NHS modernisation. It considers the workforce and development of staff as a priority. All staff have access to CPD funding . Additionally there is access to a wide variety of personal development courses offered internally through the Trusts Thrive Network.Staff also have access to Staff gym facilities at BRI and SLH sites.DetailsDate posted20 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number389-25-7370809Job locationsBradford Royal InfirmaryDuckworth LaneBradfordBD9 6RJJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description for this post in regards to the main responsibilities of the role. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description for this post in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.Person SpecificationOther requirementsEssential
  • Car owner/driver (reasonable adjustments will be considered)
ExperienceEssential
  • Broad Clinical Experience at band 5 level
  • Working knowledge of a broad range of pelvic health and musculo-skeletal conditions
  • If clinical experience is limited, a requirement to work through a developmental competency framework
Desirable
  • Minimum 2 years post graduate experience in the NHS as Physiotherapist
  • Pelvic Health experience in the last 2 years
SkillsEssential
  • Good communication and organisational skills including time management, delegation and prioritisation
  • Competent in core areas of physiotherapy practice
  • Clinical reasoning, capable of lateral thinking
  • Team player yet able to work independently. Flexible, adaptable, professional & patient focused
Desirable
  • IT Skills
KnowledgeDesirable
  • Attendance of relevant external Post-graduate courses
  • Insight into clinical speciality through post graduate academic study.
QualificationsEssential
  • Degree in Physiotherapy
  • HCPC Registrant
Desirable
  • Member of CSP
  • Member of POGP
Person SpecificationOther requirementsEssential
  • Car owner/driver (reasonable adjustments will be considered)
ExperienceEssential
  • Broad Clinical Experience at band 5 level
  • Working knowledge of a broad range of pelvic health and musculo-skeletal conditions
  • If clinical experience is limited, a requirement to work through a developmental competency framework
Desirable
  • Minimum 2 years post graduate experience in the NHS as Physiotherapist
  • Pelvic Health experience in the last 2 years
SkillsEssential
  • Good communication and organisational skills including time management, delegation and prioritisation
  • Competent in core areas of physiotherapy practice
  • Clinical reasoning, capable of lateral thinking
  • Team player yet able to work independently. Flexible, adaptable, professional & patient focused
Desirable
  • IT Skills
KnowledgeDesirable
  • Attendance of relevant external Post-graduate courses
  • Insight into clinical speciality through post graduate academic study.
QualificationsEssential
  • Degree in Physiotherapy
  • HCPC Registrant
Desirable
  • Member of CSP
  • Member of POGP

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