Trosolwg o'r swydd

An exciting opportunity has opened up to join our Orthopaedics team at St Michael's Hospital.

This is a Band 6 Physiotherapy post, working 18.75 hrs per week. There is a requirement to cover weekends, twilight shifts and bank holidays on a rota basis.

The Orthopaedic physiotherapy team at St Michael's is a hard working, dynamic collective of individuals, who are looking forward to welcoming an enthusiastic and skilled new member to their team.

This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

To provide a high standard Physiotherapy service to patients at Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust

To provide specialist assessment, treatment, and goal setting of Orthopaedics patients on the wards at St Michael's. Some patients may have complex and/or chronic presentations.  To determine clinical diagnosis and Physiotherapy treatment indicated.  To maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.

You will develop highly specialist skills under the guidance of the Senior staff.

To provide clinical cross cover within your team, and as part of the RCHT Trauma and Orthopaedic team, as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead

To attend clinical level discussions / meetings relating to your area of work as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high‑quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds: 

• Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
• St Michael’s Hospital in Hayle
• West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance 

As a teaching hospital, we’re proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We’re committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non‑clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams. 

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that’s safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.