Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Physiotherapist based at Herts & Essex Hospital in Bishops Stortford. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering a complex package of high-quality healthcare, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and patient-centred advice for individuals with a wide range of needs such as orthopaedics, care of the elderly and neurology. You will support patients, carers, relatives and multidisciplinary colleagues by providing expert clinical guidance, education and recommendations to ensure safe and effective care. In addition, you will deputise for the Lead Therapist when required, contributing to service delivery, decision-making and high clinical standards across the unit.

Main duties of the job

As a Specialist Physiotherapist, you will manage a substantial and varied clinical caseload, applying advanced theoretical knowledge and practical expertise to deliver high-quality interventions. You will be responsible for supervising, teaching and assessing junior physiotherapists, technical instructors and students, ensuring high standards of practice across the team. The role involves regular communication with multidisciplinary colleagues, including medical and nursing staff, social workers and other healthcare professionals, as well as engaging with patients, relatives and carers to support safe and effective care. You will also take an active role in ongoing professional developm...