Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist

2 weeks ago


Streatham, Greater London, United Kingdom Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Paediatric Physiotherapist to join our team at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. As a Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality physiotherapy services to children and young people aged 0-19 in the community setting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide advanced physiotherapy assessment, treatment, management, and advice to paediatric patients aged 0-19 in the community setting.
  • Work autonomously, unsupervised, and at times in conjunction with less senior team colleagues across a variety of locations within the community, including patients' homes, schools, and clinics.
  • Develop specialist knowledge and experience in paediatric skills to become a specialist practitioner.
  • Contribute to the development of service user and staff experiences through active involvement in service development projects and quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements
  • State registered physiotherapist (Health Care Professional Council)
  • Broad range of post-registration experience as a band 5 physiotherapist in a rotational post
  • Experience of multidisciplinary team working and multi-agency working
  • Proven significant experience of paediatrics gained within postgraduate job roles, including neurology/developmental paediatrics
  • NHS community experience, including EHCP and use of equipment
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
  • Experience of orthotics
  • Experience of outcome measures in paediatrics
  • Experience of managing other physiotherapists/support staff
  • Experience of research/service development or project work
About Us

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider in the UK, guided by the Trust values of putting patients first, taking pride in what we do, respecting others, striving to be the best, and acting with integrity. We are dedicated to providing high-quality and personal care to our patients and communities.