We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Senior Physiotherapist to join our Acute Physiotherapy Team to deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based care to patients across the front door (72hr) services of Frimley Park Hospital.
The post holder will be responsible for the advanced assessment, treatment and ongoing management of acutely unwell patients, working across a fast‑paced and dynamic clinical environment. You will work closely as part of a multidisciplinary team, with lots of opportunity for learning and development of your skills.
This post is ideal for a physiotherapist with completed Band 5 rotations who is seeking to further develop their acute clinical expertise, leadership skills and educational role within a supportive and forward‑thinking acute physiotherapy service.
Responsibilities
* Provide an advanced physiotherapy service to patients within the acute hospital environment, including patients with complex, unstable presentations.
* Undertake comprehensive assessments, develop and implement individualised treatment and rehabilitation programmes using evidence‑based practice.
* Maintain professional and legal accountability for all aspects of clinical practice, including safe decision‑making and accurate, timely documentation.
* Manage and prioritise a varied and unpredictable caseload, responding appropriately to urgent and time‑critical referrals in ED.
* Work collaboratively with the MDT to support effective patient management and discharge planning.
* Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, relatives and carers, including in challenging or emotional situations.
* Supervise, support and contribute to the development of Band 5 physiotherapists, assistants, technical instructors and students within the acute setting.
* Contribute to induction, in‑service training and education of physiotherapy and multidisciplinary colleagues.
* Participate in clinical governance activities, including audit, research, evaluation and quality improvement, to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.
* Support service organisation and leadership within the acute team, including deputising for the Team Leader when required.
* Actively engage in CPD, appraisal and reflective practice in line with professional and organisational requirements.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability‑confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first‑class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours; we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
This advert closes on Wednesday 29 Apr 2026.
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