Specialist Hand Therapist

Job Description We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated Specialist Hand Therapist, with extensive experience of performing advanced clinical assessments in this specialist field.Located in leafy St Johns Wood on the Jubilee line, minutes from Central London, our independent private Hospital has just been rated the number one in the country for care in the latest Bupa survey. Uniquely, all profits fund our onsite Hospice, St Johns.What are my responsibilities in this Specialist Hand Therapist role?To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own professional activities in line with the standards of the HospitalTo have overall accountability for the planning and management of own complex and specialised caseload of patientsTo be highly competent in assessing a wide range of orthopaedic hand and plastic surgery conditions based on advanced theoretical knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology, often in situations where conflicting evidence is presentTo utilise advanced clinical reasoning skills and evidence based knowledge to assess and diagnose patients and implement appropriate management plans as an autonomous practitioner.To demonstrate highly developed dexterity, coordination and palpation skills for the assessment and treatment of patients.To make recommendations to colleagues and members of the MDT, based on advanced theoretical and practical knowledge regarding the ongoing management of patientsMaintain patient documentation, records and accurate statistical information to reflect the care provided and to meet professional and hospital standards as well as local and national guidelines.In collaboration with the Clinical Lead undertake monitoring and evaluation of work and current practice through the use of evidence based projects, audits and outcome measures.Why work for us?At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our employees a wide range of benefits; from 27 days annual leave, generous private healthcare cover, contributory pension schemes including continuation of the NHS pension.Working with us, all eligible employees receive;Competitive pay with progressive band structuringPrivate healthcare cover of up to 20,000 per yearOngoing training and development programmesDiscounts at local, national and online shopsInterest-free season ticket loansCycle to work loan schemeOnsite Staff GymEmployee "Service Excellence" recognition rewardsIf you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.

Created: 2025-12-18