Physiotherapist

Job summary We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Physiotherapist to join our Inpatient Physiotherapy Service. This is an excellent opportunity for an HCPC-registered Physiotherapist to work within a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients across a range of clinical specialties, including orthopaedics, surgery, medicine, neurology, trauma and intensive care. In this role, you will assess, diagnose and develop individualised treatment programmes, supporting patients throughout their rehabilitation journey and helping them achieve the best possible outcomes. You will manage your own caseload, contribute to service development initiatives, and work collaboratively with consultants, nursing teams and other healthcare professionals to ensure exceptional patient-centred care. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills, a commitment to continuous professional development, and a passion for delivering safe, effective and compassionate care. In return, you will join a supportive team environment with access to mentoring, clinical development opportunities and the chance to contribute to the ongoing growth and improvement of the physiotherapy service. Main duties of the job Provide specialist physiotherapy assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for inpatient services, supporting patients to achieve safe and effective recovery. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, manage a varied caseload, contribute to service improvement initiatives, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care in line with professional and regulatory standards. About us At St Josephs Hospital, were more than a healthcare provider, were a community of dedicated people working together to make a real difference in the lives of others. Whether youre delivering care on the front line, supporting services behind the scenes, or leading innovation, every role contributes to our shared purpose. Our values guide everything we do, how we care for patients, support our colleagues, and shape the future of our organisation. Together, were shaping a future where everyone can thrive, our patients, our staff, and our community. Details Date posted 25 August 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £32,638 a year Pro-rata for 30hrs Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number U0014-26-0027 Job locations Harding Avenue Malpas Newport NP20 6ZE United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities You will be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care. You will undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/ multi pathologies. You will use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition with intermittent support. You will formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on sound knowledge of treatment skills, e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, and other alternative options. You will formulate accurate prognoses and, using a collaborative approach, recommend best course of intervention; developing comprehensive patient centred objectives and plans. You will assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment. You will complete timely and legible notes that are compliant to the Minimum data set established by the CSP. Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes. You will evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required. You will assess and manage clinical risk within own patient caseload, to include, when approp…