Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge? Would you like to work for an integrated and forward-thinking team that are at the forefront in improving MSK pathways and service delivery?
We have the perfect opportunity for you to become a First Contact Practitioner (FCP) within our Musculoskeletalteam in Somerset.
We were one of the early adopters of the MSK FCP roles and due to increasing demand we are now looking to further expand our team of over 40 FCP's across the county.
Would you like to have genuine opportunities for growth and development within and beyond your role?
- We are currently collaborating with local Education providers to develop our workforce with theopportunity to undertake FCP and/or Advanced Practice training routes in line with NHSE FCP/AP accredited programmes.
- You will be part of a network of advanced physiotherapy clinicians who can provide peer support and professional development.
- You will have an 80:20 job plan with protected non-clinical time to develop yourself and others.
Is this the ideal role for you?
- We are open to applications from those looking for development opportunities so would encourage and welcome informal calls and/or visits.
- Please get in touch if you would like to find out more ...
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name:Simon Ingram
Job title:MSK Consultant Physiotherapist
Email address:simon.ingram@somersetft.nhs.uk
Telephone number:01823343329
Or
Trish Acton 07717361825 patricia.acton@somersetft.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
- Provide clinical expertise, acting as first-contact physiotherapist and making decisions about the best course of action for patients' care. This will involve seeing patients, without prior contact with their GP. Practitioners will use their clinical-reasoning skills to undertake an assessment of the presenting problem, interpret findings, develop working and differential diagnoses, and formulate, communicate and implement management plans that take account of individuals' needs, goals and wishes, local service availability and relevant local and national guidelines and policies.
- Enable individuals to make decisions about their care using the principles of shared decision making:
- helping them to identify the priorities and outcomes that are important to them
- explaining in non-technical language all available options (including doing nothing)
- exploring with them the risks, benefits and consequences of each available option
- supporting them to make a decision on their preferred way forward.
- Deliver programmes of supported patient self-management, in ways that facilitate behavioural change, optimise individuals' physical activity, mobility, fulfilment of personal goals and independence relevant to their (musculoskeletal) MSK condition.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression, and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see full job description.
Do you want a role that allows you exposure to different professional settings to further broaden and strengthen your skill set?
In this role you will primarily work as an FCP in Primary Care with opportunities in the following locations:
- Taunton
- West Somerset
- Bridgwater
- South Somerset/Yeovil
We believe in developing our employees in portfolio roles so there will also be opportunities in your job plan to work across other aspects within our integrated MSK service, for example within secondary care clinics, working alongside the consultant teams, working within the Orthopaedic Interface Service or working within specific clinical areas to offer specialist knowledge to the MSK department teams.
You will have dedicated time to develop skills across the 4 pillars of Advanced Practice, such as actively participating in audit and research or supporting the development of others within our teams.
Would you like to feel supported and valued whilst caring for others?
As well as taking pride in caring for our patients, we also prioritise taking care of our staff! You will be part of a very warm and welcoming team who thoroughly understand the challenges of the role and the importance of supporting each other.
We also have a team of Roadmap Supervisors to support you towards your MSK FCP verification if required.
There is the expectation that you will be flexible to meet the needs of the service and in returnwe will offer an exciting role within a supportive team with flexible working arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see full job description.
Do you want a role that allows you exposure to different professional settings to further broaden and strengthen your skill set?
In this role you will primarily work as an FCP in Primary Care with opportunities in the following locations:
- Taunton
- West Somerset
- Bridgwater
- South Somerset/Yeovil
We believe in developing our employees in portfolio roles so there will also be opportunities in your job plan to work across other aspects within our integrated MSK service, for example within secondary care clinics, working alongside the consultant teams, working within the Orthopaedic Interface Service or working within specific clinical areas to offer specialist knowledge to the MSK department teams.
You will have dedicated time to develop skills across the 4 pillars of Advanced Practice, such as actively participating in audit and research or supporting the development of others within our teams.
Would you like to feel supported and valued whilst caring for others?
As well as taking pride in caring for our patients, we also prioritise taking care of our staff! You will be part of a very warm and welcoming team who thoroughly understand the challenges of the role and the importance of supporting each other.
We also have a team of Roadmap Supervisors to support you towards your MSK FCP verification if required.
There is the expectation that you will be flexible to meet the needs of the service and in returnwe will offer an exciting role within a supportive team with flexible working arrangements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma level education leading to state registration by the HCPC as a Physiotherapist
- Evidence of relevant MSK post-grad qualification /training at masters level
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Extensive and varied experience of the management of musculoskeletal problems across the MSK pathway
Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed and up to date knowledge of MSK pathologies including indications for surgery
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma level education leading to state registration by the HCPC as a Physiotherapist
- Evidence of relevant MSK post-grad qualification /training at masters level
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Extensive and varied experience of the management of musculoskeletal problems across the MSK pathway
Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed and up to date knowledge of MSK pathologies including indications for surgery
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).
