Band 6 Locum Acute Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist – Band 6 (Locum)

Location: Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – Aintree Hospital

Area: Merseyside NHS

Rate: £Negotiable

Contract: Locum, Ongoing

Reference Code: U.80367.011011

About the Role

A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 6 Physiotherapist to join the Therapy Outpatients service at Aintree Hospital. This is an ongoing locum role within an acute medical setting, ideal for a motivated clinician with strong assessment and discharge planning skills. You’ll be working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to support patient flow and safe, timely discharges.

Main Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality physiotherapy assessments within an acute medicine setting.
• Provide equipment recommendations and arrange provision to support patient safety and independence.
• Lead and contribute to discharge planning, ensuring smooth and coordinated transitions of care.
• Participate in board rounds as part of the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver patient-centred interventions that optimise mobility, function and recovery.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with Trust and HCPC standards.

Requirements

• HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.
• Experience in acute physiotherapy, ideally within medical or therapy outpatient settings.
• Strong assessment, discharge planning and MDT working skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and clinical reasoning abilities.

Working Hours

• Shift pattern between 08:00 and 17:00, Monday to Friday.

Why Join?

• Competitive negotiable rate.
• Ongoing locum assignment within a respected Merseyside NHS Trust.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Fast-paced acute medicine role offering rewarding clinical experience.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply now to join the physiotherapy team at Aintree Hospital and support high-quality patient care in acute medicine.