Physiotherapist (First Contact/Extended Scope)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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More detail about the role

As a Band 7 team member, you will be involved in both ESP and First Contact Physiotherapy (MSK) clinics, working across different settings in Exeter and East Devon. Your role will include:

• Working in an Orthopaedic Interface Service supporting the Exeter Hip and Knee teams.
• Delivering First Contact Practitioner (MSK) services in local Primary Care Networks within Exeter and East Devon.

This maternity cover position is offered on a fixed term contract for one year, with both full-time and part-time hours available. In-house staff may also have the opportunity for a secondment.

You will be working within a large, supportive team of Band 7 and Band 8s, with regular supervision and training sessions provided. You will be mentored to sign off local competencies for running Hip/Knee ESP clinics. You will also receive assistance to work towards Stage 1 & 2 sign-off for the FCP Roadmap, as set out by HEE.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver MSK services in both GP and Community Hospital settings.
• Act as first point of contact for MSK patients in GP practices
• Undertake assessments and develop treatment plans for patients with undifferentiated musculoskeletal conditions.
• Assess and manage patients referred into the Orthopaedic pathway with hip or knee pathology
• Take responsibility for requesting imaging and other investigations as required and covered by local protocols
• Provide specialist advice and support to GP surgeries and community hospitals in Exeter and East Devon.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

About You:

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Extensive experience in MSK Physiotherapy.
• Experience of Level 7 study
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.
• To be mobile within Exeter and the areas covered by the Eastern service

This role offers a unique chance to advance your career in a supportive and expanding service. If youre looking for an exciting new challenge and the opportunity to work in a progressive healthcare environment, we would love to hear from you!

Working Pattern: Flexible, Monday to Friday

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Mike McGibben, Clinical Lead ESP/FCP service on michael.mcgibben@nhs.net

This is a fixed term contract for 12 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Franklyn Community Hospital

Franklyn Drive

Exeter

Devon

EX2 9HS

Employer's website

https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)