Assistant Research Physiotherapist - Trauma & Orthopaedics
Clinical Duties
Assess and treat a designated caseload of patients independently within agreed care pathways and competency frameworks. Deliver individual and group-based rehabilitation programmes under indirect supervision. Use clinical reasoning to modify treatment plans based on patients' needs and risks (e.g., pain, mobility, falls). Support rehabilitation in hospital wards, clinics, and community/home settings as appropriate. Undertake functional, mobility, and risk assessments; document and escalate concerns. Assist with discharge planning and provision of minor aids/adaptations. Use safe moving and handling techniques; clean and maintain therapy equipment.
Research Support
Assist in identifying, screening, and recruiting patients for the INITIATE Study and other research projects. Coordinate participant appointments, follow-ups, and outcome assessments. Collect study data using standardised measures (e.g., functional scores, PROMs), record in CRFs or electronic systems, and work with EDGE electronic database. Communicate with patients and families to provide information and support regarding the study. Maintain accurate research records under supervision.
Professional and Administrative Duties
Maintain clinical and research documentation in line with Trust, GCP, and GDPR standards. Participate in peer supervision, annual appraisal, and training. Support junior staff and students as required. Handle clerical tasks such as ordering equipment, filing, data entry, and cleaning logs. Maintain confidentiality and act according to CSP and Trust values.
Communication and Team Working
Communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, families, and colleagues. Attend MDT meetings, handovers, and study briefings. Use digital platforms (email, EPR, EDGE, study databases) responsibly.
Sustainability & Service Development
Contribute to quality improvement, audits, and service feedback. Support efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement in therapy services.
Relationships
The post holder will work closely with and be supported by various teams, including clinical staff, therapy assistants, ward teams, medical staff, and research departments, both internally and externally, such as patients, families, research networks, and study sponsors.
Special Requirements
Participation in a 7-day rota including some evenings. Willingness to work across multiple sites if needed. Physical effort required for moving and handling patients/equipment daily.
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