Physiotherapist - Inpatient

Location Wimbledon
Job type Contract
Salary £30 per hour
Consultant Reece Golding
Call +44 333 7000 020
Reference 231019

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Come join us as a Physiotherapist within an Inpatient setting in the picturesque area of Wimbledon, UK. Earn a competitive £30 per hour on an ongoing basis, with both full-time and part-time options considered. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of patients while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic environment.

Perks and benefits:
As a locum physiotherapist, you'll enjoy the flexibility to tailor your work to suit your lifestyle, giving you the freedom to explore new opportunities and gain diverse experiences. In addition to competitive hourly pay, you'll have the chance to enhance your career skills by working in a renowned NHS setting. To top it off, you'll enjoy networking with a supportive community of healthcare professionals, expanding both your professional and personal horizons.

What you will do:
- Develop and implement tailored rehabilitation programmes for patients with various conditions, including pre and post-op ortho (such as total hip replacement, total knee replacement, ACL repairs, and arthroscopic procedures), as well as post-op spinal, abdominal, gynaecological, and breast surgeries.
- Educate patients and their families on post-surgical exercises and safety protocols to ensure optimal recovery.
- Assist patients with bed mobility, transfers, gait and stair training, fostering indepent living.
- Utilize and teach the use of gait aids effectively to support patient mobility.
- Apply splints and boots as required to aid recovery.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to plan and facilitate patient discharges, promoting seamless transitions from hospital to home.

Wimbledon is more than just its world-famous tennis tournament. This vibrant area is filled with lush green spaces, a bustling town centre with shops and cafes, and excellent transport links to Central London. It is a cultural hub, offering theatre, music, and a variety of leisure activities. Working here, you’ll enjoy a balance of city life and serene surroundings, making it a fantastic place to live and work. Join us and experience all that Wimbledon has to offer!

Requirements of the Physiotherapist:

  • Qualified physiotherapist, i.e., Degree or equivalent within Physiotherapy
  • Recent UK experience within specialised physiotherapy
  • Registered with the HCPC as a physiotherapist to work in the UK
  • NHS experience would be advantageous but not essential

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