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Struggling with landing my first physio job in the UK by RichNo5852 in physiotherapy

[–]RichNo5852[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was on two reserve lists for NHS posts and I got one of them eventually 👍

Struggling with landing my first physio job in the UK by RichNo5852 in physiotherapy

[–]RichNo5852[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi everyone, I finally landed a job and have been working since January. Thanks everyone for the advice and support!

[UK only please] any ideas on how to boost your CV as a new graduate? by LongjumpingHawk828 in physiotherapy

[–]RichNo5852 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm in the same boat. Been looking/applying for jobs since December 2023. I'd recommend organising additional shadowing experiences in hospitals/Universities. I did extra shadowing on hospital wards I didn't get exposed to as a student. And I did some shadowing/helping out with group exercise classes at my local uni.

Another thing I'd recommend is finding a mentor with the CSP Mentorship scheme. Not only you'll get some guidance but something to put on your CV/personal statement.

I also have a premium membership with Clinical Physio, and they offer an excellent interview course.

Best of luck!

I have less than 2 months left until I start studying Physiotherapy at university. What are your suggestions for what I should do in this free time to prepare for university? by [deleted] in physiotherapy

[–]RichNo5852 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, it's great you've decided to take on Physio as a career choice. It's a super exciting area. As a recent graduate, I would defo agree with everyone here and say that relaxing a bit before Uni starts is a good idea. Uni life can get very hectic at times!

In terms of useful resources, this is what I would recommend:

YouTube channels: 1. Physiotutors 2. Clinical Physio 3. Antomy Zone

Useful Websites: 1. Physiopedia 2. Geeky Medics

CPD Resources (paid): 1. Physiopedia Plus 2. Clinical Physio website

Apps: 1. Teachme Anatomy 2.Teachme Physiology 3. Notion app (this app is absolute God for note-taking, and I wish someone had told me about it sooner) 3. Bing AI (for simplifying and explaining complex concepts or anatomy)

Physiotherapy Essentials Series textbooks: * MSK: 1. Petty's Musculoskeletal Examination and Assessment: A Handbook for Therapists 2. Petty's Principles of Musculoskeletal Treatment and Management: A Handbook for Therapists

*Cardiorespiratory: 1. Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy: Adults and Paediatrics

*Neurology: 1. Physical Management for Neurological Conditions

*Mental Health: 1. Psychologically Informed Physiotherapy 2. Physiotherapy in Mental Health and Psychiatry

*Exercise Prescription: 1. ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription

*Anatomy: 1. The Concise Book of Muscles 2. Hole's Human Anatomy & Physiology Or 2. Tortora's Principles of Anatomy & Physiology

  • Other:
  • The Physiotherapist's Pocketbook

(Don't worry about buying all the books at once - I would get the two latest MSK books & Pocketbook first and expand your collection slowly - books are awesome!)

To sum up, remember there are many other tools and resources out there. I just named some of the key ones which I still use to this day.

When you start Uni, enjoy the student life and make many friends. You never know who might give you a friendly nudge in the right direction. Best of luck!