Physiotherapist - Elective Orthopaedics Team in Bristol, Avon

Job Title: Physiotherapist – Elective Orthopaedics Team
Specialism: AHP – Physiotherapy
Location: Bristol, UK
Salary: Up to £40.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Physiotherapist within the Elective Orthopaedics Team in Bristol, earning up to £40.00 per hour. This exciting ongoing full-time locum opportunity offers the chance to work within a specialist orthopaedic service, supporting patients through their recovery journey following elective orthopaedic procedures. This role is ideal for an HCPC-registered Physiotherapist looking to further develop their expertise in orthopaedic rehabilitation while benefiting from the flexibility and rewards of locum work.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the consistency and stability of a full-time role while developing specialist clinical skills.
• Hourly Pay: Earn up to £40.00 per hour, rewarding your expertise and commitment.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a Tuesday to Saturday working pattern, offering greater flexibility for personal commitments.
• Professional Development: Enhance your orthopaedic rehabilitation knowledge within a specialist multidisciplinary environment.
• Specialist Experience: Gain valuable experience managing elective orthopaedic patients and complex rehabilitation programmes.
• Vibrant Location: Work in one of the UK's most exciting and culturally rich cities.
• Supportive Team: Join a collaborative and experienced team committed to delivering outstanding patient care.

What you will do

• Clinical Assessment: Assess patients following elective orthopaedic procedures and identify rehabilitation needs.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and implement personalised physiotherapy treatment plans to support recovery and mobility.
• Rehabilitation: Deliver evidence-based rehabilitation programmes to optimise patient outcomes and functional independence.
• Multidisciplinary Working: Work collaboratively with orthopaedic consultants, nurses, occupational therapists, and wider healthcare teams.
• Patient Education: Provide advice, education, and guidance to patients regarding rehabilitation, exercise programmes, and recovery expectations.
• Progress Monitoring: Review and adapt treatment plans based on patient progress and clinical outcomes.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in accordance with HCPC and organisational standards.
• Professional Practice: Ensure all interventions are delivered in line with current best practice, clinical governance requirements, and professional guidelines.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Physiotherapy Qualification: Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.
• Orthopaedic Experience: Previous experience within orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, surgical, or rehabilitation services.
• Assessment Skills: Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning capabilities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams while managing an independent caseload.
• Clinical Knowledge: Sound understanding of orthopaedic rehabilitation principles and evidence-based practice.

Why Bristol

Bristol is one of the UK's most vibrant and desirable cities, renowned for its rich history, thriving cultural scene, independent restaurants, and stunning waterfront. With excellent transport links, beautiful green spaces, and easy access to the South West countryside and coastline, Bristol offers an exceptional quality of life. Whether you enjoy arts and culture, outdoor adventures, or city living, Bristol provides the perfect setting for both career development and personal enjoyment.

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