Job summary
- Main area
- Physiotherapy
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Overnight and weekend on calls and part of a 7 day roster when implemented)
- Job ref
- 279-7476959-SEP25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Princess Royal Hospital
- Town
- Haywards Heath
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 08/10/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Respiratory/Medical Physiotherapist
Band 6
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
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We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Acute Medical/Respiratory Physiotherapy Team at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated, and enthusiastic individual to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team, to assist patients regain and optimise their independence whilst in hospital.
The post holder will be an important member of the multidisciplinary team providing assistance in the assessment, treatment and discharge of acutely unwell medical/respiratory patients that have been admitted to hospital, including ICU. We treat patients with a wide variety of conditions including but not limited to, orthopaedic, frailty, cognitive, respiratory and neurological presentations.
We have one permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) post available, covering Monday - Friday. Established experience working at Band 6/senior Band 5 level is an essential prerequisite to applying for the role.
Main duties of the job
The role requires the successful candidate to work as part of the multidisciplinary team to manage a designated caseload of patients, that have been admitted to the acute medical wards, ICU and respiratory out-patients (chest clearance, Breathing Pattern Dysfunction).
You will work within a team of physiotherapists & support staff and assist the Band 7 in the management and supervision of team members and students.
The post holder will be required to evaluate patients progress and use own judgement to make amendments to the treatment programme within their scope of practice, maintain appropriate records, and accept accountability and responsibility for their own actions.
You will have the opportunity to engage in service development. The post holder will also assist with supporting the On-Call rota through the training of physiotherapy staff to ensure they maintain their respiratory competence.
To undertake administrative and some housekeeping duties to support the therapy service.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Duties will include to work as part of a team covering acute medical/respiratory wards, ITU/HDU & respiratory outpatient services.
To be able to lead the team in the absence of the band 7.
To be able to manage the acutely deteriorating and unwell respiratory patients on the ward/ICU/ED and provide education to patients and relatives on the management of chronic respiratory conditions, including chest clearance, pacing, positioning, lifestyle adjustments.
To be involved in assessment of patient mobility, practice of activities of daily living and personal care, assess safety on stairs, teaching of exercises and the issuing of equipment, liaison with the wider MDT in order to facilitate a safe discharge from hospital
Make appropriate discharge plans in conjunction with the patient, relatives, and the multidisciplinary team and make relevant onward referrals.
Other non-clinical tasks as deemed necessary by clinical lead physiotherapist.
The post would include participation in the Respiratory Weekend Rota and in future 7-day service provision if applicable.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.
Person specification
Professional
Essential criteria
- Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registered
Desirable criteria
- Member of Respiratory Specialist Interest Group
- Evidence of post-graduate study/training in respiratory physiotherapy
Clinical Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of experience on acute medical and respiratory wards
- Evidence of managing acutely deteriorating respiratory patients
- At least one acute respiratory rotation at Band 6 or senior Band 5 level
- Evidence of managing a caseload on ICU
- Member of respiratory on-call rota
Desirable criteria
- Experience of treating respiratory outpatients
Leadership
Essential criteria
- Evidence of supervising less-experienced staff
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of leading an appraisal
- Evidence of supporting physiotherapy undergraduates
Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of working with people with communication difficulties
- Evidence of effective multi-disciplinary working
- Evidence of effectively prioritising a caseload
- Evidence of using a variety of manual handling equipment
- Basic IT skills including Microsoft software
Desirable criteria
- Experience at delivering a presentation or teaching
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rachel Jarvest and Maxine Hinley
- Job title
- Team Lead Respiratory/ Medical Physiotherapist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01444 441881
- Additional information
Tel 01444 441881 Bleep 6224
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