Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 (rotational) physiotherapist to join the Neuro-rehabilitation Physiotherapy Service of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB).

The post holder will work within the rehabilitation specialty in Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB including Acute Stroke, Early Supported Discharge for stroke, Reablement, In patient rehabilitation and stroke rehabilitation wards in community hospitals (Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda & Ysbyty Cwm Cynon) and Neurological outpatients services.

Main duties of the job

The physiotherapy department are looking for an HCPC registered physiotherapist who can demonstrate previous experience of multi-disciplinary team working within core rotations at band 5 level and have a good working knowledge of NHS systems and procedures.

The post holder will be responsible for the comprehensive assessment and identification of problems of patients, including those with complex presentation, producing a highly specialised treatment plan based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of physical treatment skills.

The post holder will require the ability to perform and cope with all aspects of manual handling and carry out the full range of duties required of the post, including on call respiratory rota.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn’t mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn’t ‘fluency’, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see ‘Welsh Language Guidance’ in the documents right at the bottom.  

Working for our organisation

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

•            We listen, learn, and improve

•            We treat everyone with respect

•            We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.