Physiotherapy Team Lead - Medicine

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Medicine Physiotherapy Team Lead to join our team. This leadership role involves overseeing the delivery of high-quality physiotherapy care across Care of the Elderly, Rheumatology, and Endocrine services. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership, ensure operational effectiveness, and drive service development within the department.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and engaging team environment.
• Extensive CPD opportunities with funded training and career development.
• Flexible working arrangements (3–5 days per week).
• Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and a strong Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) culture.

This post attracts a 'Golden Hello' payment of £3,000 (taxable): 1st Payment on commencement £500 (paid with 1st Salary) then £1000 will become payable after 6 months in post and another £1500 will become payable after 12 months in post (pro rata if applicable). Please note that the Golden Hello is not available to internal applicants

Main duties of the job

• Team Leadership & Support: Lead and support a team of seven physiotherapists, working alongside the Principal Physiotherapist. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and positive team environment.
• Clinical Excellence: Provide advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis, and treatment for patients within Medicine, including complex and chronic cases.
• Operational Effectiveness: Ensure the team operates efficiently, maintaining high standards of patient care in line with hospital policies and clinical guidelines.
• Service Development: Play an integral role in shaping and implementing local service improvements while contributing to wider departmental and directorate initiatives.
• Professional Development: Support the growth of team members by facilitating training, mentorship, and continuous professional development.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and key stakeholders to ensure cohesive and patient-centered care.
• Research & Innovation: Lead evidence-based projects, audits, and research initiatives to influence best practices and continuous service development.
• Deputy Responsibilities: Provide leadership in the absence of the Principal Physiotherapist and collaborate with the Occupational Therapy (OT) Team Lead to optimise service delivery.

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