Advanced Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist – Critical Care​/Surgery

Advanced Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist – Critical Care/Surgery

To act as an advanced clinical specialist in the assessment and treatment of critically ill patients, including those requiring mechanical ventilation and non-invasive ventilation (NIV). This role contributes to accurate clinical diagnosis and holistic case management.

Work collaboratively within the multi-disciplinary team, interpreting diagnostic tests and making appropriate onward referrals and recommendations.

Lead the physiotherapy service for patients in Critical Care, High Dependency Unit, and General Surgical Wards s includes operational planning, coordination, evaluation, and service development initiatives, ensuring consistency with clinical specialist standards.

Manage and coordinate physiotherapy on-call and weekend services, assessing staff competency, identifying training needs, and delivering education in line with ACPRC guidelines for surgery and critical care.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration -  ()

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide expert physiotherapy advice and interventions for complex patients in critical care and surgical settings.
• Work autonomously and contribute to MDT decision-making and discharge planning.
• Undertake advanced assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor progress.
• Ensure safe use of equipment and prescribe/adapt as required.
• Participate in on-call and weekend rotas.

Education & Training

• Deliver training to healthcare professionals, patients, and carers.
• Supervise junior staff and students, including induction and competency development.

Leadership

• Manage a specialist caseload and coordinate service delivery.
• Provide clinical leadership and support recruitment and induction.
• Contribute to service development and improvement.

Audit & Research

• Lead audits and research projects within specialist practice.
• Apply research to improve clinical outcomes.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain HCPC registration and professional standards.
• Engage in CPD and appraisal processes.
• Develop clinical pathways and guidelines.
• Promote patient safety and high-quality care.

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers ::
East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion.…