Physiotherapist - Occupational Health

We are excited to offer a position within our Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service as part of the therapy team. This role provides a unique opportunity for proactive engagement and autonomy, supported by senior physiotherapists.,

• Conduct assessments and provide treatment for service users referred to the Occupational Health Service, including those from Liverpool Hospitals and various NHS and private contracts.
• Deliver group sessions independently and in collaboration with OH, Psychology and Occupational Therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Promote health and wellbeing initiatives, actively participating in workplace visits to support self-management related to job requirements.
• Provide health promotion advice and engage in health and wellbeing events.
• Triage of physiotherapy referrals using established criteria to prioritise referrals based on urgency, severity of the condition, and the potential impact on the employee's ability to work.
• The successful applicant will be based out of our OH service within Aintree but may also hold satellite clinics at our Broadgreen and Royal Sites.
As an integral part of our innovative therapy team, you will play a crucial role in fostering a proactive approach to the health and wellbeing of our employees. Join us in making a positive impact on organisational health which in turn improves health outcomes for our valued workforce.Main duties of the job Assessment and Diagnosis: Conducting thorough assessments of employees to identify musculoskeletal conditions and other health issues affecting their work performance. Treatment Planning: Developing individualised treatment plans based on assessments, incorporating various physiotherapy techniques and interventions. Rehabilitation: Implementing rehabilitation programs to aid recovery and improve functional capacity, often focusing on returning employees to work. Education and Advice: Providing education on injury prevention, ergonomics, and lifestyle modifications to promote health and well-being in the workplace. Collaboration: Working with multidisciplinary teams, including Occupational Health Practitioners, Occupational Therapists and Psychologists, to support employee health initiatives. Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly reviewing and adjusting treatment plans based on progress and outcomes and keeping detailed records of interventions and results. Health Promotion: Participating in workplace health promotion activities and initiatives to enhance overall employee health and reduce absenteeism. Clinical Documentation: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care and compliance with legal requirements.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.