Hannah Wadsworth
Portlaoise,Ireland
Summary
I am a CORU registered physiotherapist (PT069343) and a member of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists. I have a passion for patient-centred care and health promotion. I enjoy communicating with others, problem solving, and I am an excellent team worker. I am committed to evidence-based practice, and I strive to continually develop my knowledge and skillset to enhance the level of care I provide to others.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Musculoskeletal physiotherapist
Core Physio and Fitness
Worthing , England
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Managed a varied caseload of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions effectively- assessing, treating, referring on if necessary. These included self presenting cases as well as referrals from orthopaedic consultants and neurosurgeons.
- Formulated individualised rehabilitation programmes with clear objectives, and delivering these by adopting a holistic, evidence-based approach
- Educated patients about their conditions, preventive measures and self-management strategies for better outcomes.
- Used manual and electrotherapy techniques where suitable, along side patient specific exercise therapy, to improve patients' mobility and function,
- Completed clinic letters and referrals for further investigation or consideration of more invasive treatments if necessary.
Career Break
Travelling
01.2025 - 06.2025
Senior MSK Physiotherapist
NHS- University Hospitals Sussex -> Sussex MSK Health (SCFT), Brighton
Brighton, England
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed a diverse caseload of patients including post operative (e.g orthopaedic, neurosurgery, oncology) and self-referrals.
- Managed an independent caseload through 1:1 physiotherapy sessions, onward referrals to GP/pain team/specialists for further assessment, and group exercise classes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members, such as orthopaedic consultants, GPs and community AHPs, to ensure comprehensive care and optimal rehabilitation for patients.
- Acted as a mentor to junior and student physiotherapists, offering guidance and knowledge sharing to support their professional development, and taking on students for their university placements.
- Organised and delivered group exercise classes.
- Supported Band 7s with tasks including service improvement initiatives, student training, staff training.
Junior MSK Physiotherapist
NHS- University Hospitals Sussex, Brighton
Brighton, England
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Assessed and treated a diverse caseload of patients including post operative (e.g orthopaedic, neurosurgery, oncology) and self-referrals.
- Managed an independent caseload through 1:1 physiotherapy sessions, or facilitating onward referrals to GPs/pain teams/specialists for further assessment with guidance from senior staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members, such as orthopaedic consultants, GPs and community AHPs, to ensure comprehensive care and optimal rehabilitation for patients.
- Assisted delivery of group exercise classes.
Junior Rotational Physiotherapist
NHS- University Hospitals Sussex, Brighton
Brighton, England
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Completed rotations in Trauma & Orthopaedic, Neurology, Respiratory, Medical, ITU, and MSK.
- Managed independent caseloads in each rotation with senior support, including assessment, treatment, and discharge planning.
- Presented independently from a physiotherapy perspective during ward rounds.
- Participated in family meetings to facilitate discharge planning.
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary team members, including doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech & language therapists, to ensure patient–centred care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
University of Brighton
Eastbourne Campus 09.2018 - 06.2021
Level 3 ITEC - Sports Massage Therapy
Pro Active Training, Eastbourne
Eastbourne 06.2021 - 07.2021
Explain Pain Course - Healthcare
NOI Group
Virtual 10.2024 - 10.2024
Skills
- Patient Centred Care
- Communication
- Team working
- Evidence Based Practice
- Manual Therapy
- Exercise prescription
Personal Information
Affiliations
- Netball
- Gym
- Going on scenic walks
- Travelling
- Spending time with friends and family
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Musculoskeletal physiotherapist
Core Physio and Fitness
06.2025 - 09.2025
Career Break
Travelling
01.2025 - 06.2025
Explain Pain Course - Healthcare
NOI Group
10.2024 - 10.2024
Senior MSK Physiotherapist
NHS- University Hospitals Sussex -> Sussex MSK Health (SCFT), Brighton
04.2024 - 12.2024
Junior MSK Physiotherapist
NHS- University Hospitals Sussex, Brighton
06.2023 - 04.2024
Junior Rotational Physiotherapist
NHS- University Hospitals Sussex, Brighton
09.2021 - 06.2023
Level 3 ITEC - Sports Massage Therapy
Pro Active Training, Eastbourne
06.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
University of Brighton
09.2018 - 06.2021