Job summary
Sunderland Integrated Musculoskeletal Service (SIMS) is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated band 6 physiotherapist to join an existing team. We are very excited to be growing our current service to cover, new, Tier one and existing Tier two service where you will be managing MSK conditions across Sunderland.
If you are a proactive, motivated physiotherapist, with a passion for patient care we would welcome your application. The service offers patients fast tracking to special assessments, diagnostics and treatment as an alternative pathway to hospital referral. We are looking for staff who can demonstrate excellent clinical skills, knowledge, leadership, motivation and organisation. The successful candidate will be supported by our team to develop and progress their musculoskeletal and management skills. You must have excellent communication including experience of sharing specialised information and ideas across multiple disciplines
Evidence of development and collaboration within local interface and regional pathways preferable
Opportunities for secondary care mentorship are supported. You will provide support for local therapy teams.
Full support and CPD training his ongoing.
This post is 37.5 hours with a requirement for an evening and some Saturday morning clinics. Reduced hours will be considered.
Subject to enhanced DSB disclosure.
Main duties of the job
The SIMS team as part of the community of division within South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust. The team is based in community health centres across Sunderland. You will be working alongside GPWPSI, ESP and physiotherapist staff but also developing close working relationships with secondary care consultants.
The candidate should have experience across a number of specialties including MSK experience, or keen to develop this.
You should be looking to work as an autonomous practitioner within the specialist team using clinical reasoning skills to provide specialist physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and advice. The caseload will include management of routine and complex conditions.
We are a forward thinking and innovative team led by her operational lead, Jill Clark and clinical lead, Dr Glen Rae (Sports and Exercise Medicine Consultant). This service is dedicated to Continued Professional Development with an extensive in-house training programme, strong links to secondary care consultants who attend and contribute to our monthly CPD events. You would have support from senior and specialised clinicians including medical and Allied health professionals providing leadership, educational, research and clinical guidance. As well as a clinical supervision, coaching and mentoring we have team building/away days for the development of SIMS staff.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To work as an autonomous
practitioner within a specialist team using specialist clinical reasoning skills to provide specialist
physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and advice to an
independently managed caseload which will incorporate routine and complex
presentation of conditions.
To begin to develop specialist
skills to take a lead role in clinical practice issues, raising the
profile of the service and offering specialist advice to planning and
service development teams in order to assist in the implementation of
service improvements.
To consolidate post-graduate
skills and continue professional development, including participation in
physiotherapy in-service training programmes and external postgraduate
training
To develop the clinical education
of staff within the specialism and be responsible for the supervision of
unqualified and newly qualified Physiotherapists who work under your
direct supervision.
Participate in research
activities
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To work as an autonomous
practitioner within a specialist team using specialist clinical reasoning skills to provide specialist
physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and advice to an
independently managed caseload which will incorporate routine and complex
presentation of conditions.
To begin to develop specialist
skills to take a lead role in clinical practice issues, raising the
profile of the service and offering specialist advice to planning and
service development teams in order to assist in the implementation of
service improvements.
To consolidate post-graduate
skills and continue professional development, including participation in
physiotherapy in-service training programmes and external postgraduate
training
To develop the clinical education
of staff within the specialism and be responsible for the supervision of
unqualified and newly qualified Physiotherapists who work under your
direct supervision.
Participate in research
activities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
- HCPC State Registration
- Comprehensive experience at band 5 level incorporating some experience within a range of specialities
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills to level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- An understanding of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing
- Experience in specialist field to post graduate diploma level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of high level communication skills within a wide variety of settings
- Evidence of high level of post graduate training including CPD
Desirable
- Evidence of working on strategic planning and development
- Evidence of working within MSK services
Attitude
Essential
- A proactive ability to represent the profession and the Trust with positive enthusiasm
- Commitment, motivation and adaptability
- Good levels of general fitness
- Flexibility
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and to work within an environment with competing demands
- Ability to maintain high levels of concentration
Desirable
- Evidence of maintaining a healthy lifestyle
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to manage staff
- Ability to lead in service developments
- Ability to lead on audit
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
- Evidence of ability to be innovative and proactive
- Intermediate IT skills
- Presentational skills
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to move and handle safely without causing harm to themselves or others
- Car driver
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
- HCPC State Registration
- Comprehensive experience at band 5 level incorporating some experience within a range of specialities
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills to level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- An understanding of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing
- Experience in specialist field to post graduate diploma level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of high level communication skills within a wide variety of settings
- Evidence of high level of post graduate training including CPD
Desirable
- Evidence of working on strategic planning and development
- Evidence of working within MSK services
Attitude
Essential
- A proactive ability to represent the profession and the Trust with positive enthusiasm
- Commitment, motivation and adaptability
- Good levels of general fitness
- Flexibility
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and to work within an environment with competing demands
- Ability to maintain high levels of concentration
Desirable
- Evidence of maintaining a healthy lifestyle
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to manage staff
- Ability to lead in service developments
- Ability to lead on audit
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
- Evidence of ability to be innovative and proactive
- Intermediate IT skills
- Presentational skills
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to move and handle safely without causing harm to themselves or others
- Car driver
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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