Specialist Physiotherapist - Band 6

Job summary

Specialist Physiotherapist Band 6

Hours: 22.5 hours Per Week

Salary: £22,629-£27,349.60 (£37,715-£45,416 FTE) Depending on Experience

An exciting and rare opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist to join our specialist Allied Healthcare team, they will be based in the community, to work as a member of multi professional specialist palliative care service to provide a high standard of Physiotherapy assessment, intervention and evaluation for patients and carers referred to the service. This includes an in-reach service to patients admitted to the Inpatient Unit, assisting in discharge planning and therapeutic interventions.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of specialist palliative care to patients and their families.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will need to be able to work autonomously and be responsible for complex holistic assessments and planning care to meet patients practical, psychological, spiritual and social needs. They will work closely with primary and secondary care professionals and Hospice colleagues, and good communication and team working skills are essential. Foster an environment of partnership working between and within the team and all the stakeholders to ensure positive outcomes for the service users.

Among other duties, the role encompasses equipment provision, moving and handling support, emotional support, providing teaching/education, problem solving and discharge planning.

Whilst the role can be busy and challenging, there is great reward in helping make a real difference to the quality of life and levels of independence to those with life limiting conditions.

St Lukes is a friendly, dynamic, and progressive organisation, where innovation and a can-do ethos is championed; we would value those with the desire to work in this specialist area.

If you are interested in this role and would like further information, please contact Jane Lewis Specialist OT on 01752 964200 (Single Point of Access).

Closing Date: 7 December 20251st Interview Date: 22 December 20252nd Interview Date: To Be Arranged

About us

Were an equal opportunities employer

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We assess candidates based on skills, experience, and qualifications not background or personal circumstances. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Having a criminal record wont necessarily bar you from employment; decisions are made based on role requirements and individual circumstances.

Unfortunately St Luke's Hospice Plymouth aren't able to sponsor individuals to work in the United Kingdom.