West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust • Abbots Langley WD5 0PA
About this role
A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Are you looking for a new challenge?
Are you interested in both amputee rehabilitation and musculoskeletal outpatients?
We are looking for an outstanding Senior Physiotherapist, with a passion for improving patient outcomes at the West Hertfordshire Therapy Unit, Jacketts Field Site, Abbots Langley.
The ideal candidate would have experience in the delivery of pre and post prosthetic amputee rehabilitation, as well as the enthusiasm and necessary leadership qualities to develop the service, further, and in line with national clinical best practice guidance.
The post holder will also play a part in the delivery of the musculoskeletal outpatient service. This will be in relation to trauma and elective orthopaedic Consultant referrals.
If you are interested in this dual outpatient physiotherapy role - and you would like to understand more about this caseload - we would love to hear from you.
Applicants must demonstrate that they have the sufficient working experience required (and in the NHS), to capably assume a Band 7 role.
You will have the opportunity to lead on service development projects and audit to enhance care and ensure compliance with relevant standards and guidelines.
Clinical supervision, appraisal and teaching will be key components of your role.
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
This advert closes on Sunday 14 Jun 2026