Job summary
Are you a driven and motivated physiotherapist looking for a role that will give you the opportunity to professionally develop within MSK?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and forward thinking qualified Physiotherapist to the Bridgwater area.
Are you interested in joining a supportive, motivated and forward thinking team to develop your skills and knowledge?
By joining the Somerset's MSK physiotherapy team you will be integrating into a network of highly skilled practitioners encompassing advanced practice physiotherapists to Band 4 exercise instructors. You will be part of a bustling team, working in a supportive environment. We receive referrals from GPs, the orthopaedic assessment service, first contact practitioners and orthopaedic departments.
Do you want to be part of an exciting and dynamic therapy team within a Trust that places a strong emphasis on CPD, clinical supervision and staff development?
You will be working collaboratively with our clinical teams in department who offer mentoring, supervision and training sessions. We support our staff development through a supported CPD programmequarterly in-service training, service away day and yearly clinical away day, providing many opportunities for growth and development of both yourself and the wider service.
Main duties of the job
Provide a high standard of physiotherapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients.
Participate in the development of the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Service.
Provide specialist advice on the management of musculoskeletal conditions to patients, carers and other health care professionals.
Work without direct supervision. Supervision takes the form of regular formal training, clinical reasoning sessions and peer review. Access to advice and support is available from Senior clinicians within the team.
Provide support, guidance and training to Peers, Exercise Instructors, Physiotherapy assistants and students.
About us
As a Trust we are proud of the excellent, pioneering service the musculoskeletal therapy team delivers to our patients. As an employer, we recognise that our staff, truly are our greatest asset and we are committed to supporting them to achieve a rewarding and satisfying career.
Working and living in Somerset provides a mix of idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding natural beauty and stunning coastlines with just a short travel to Bristol, Exeter and Bath.
Somerset has established a pioneering FCP service across the county and this is continuing to provide development opportunities for junior physiotherapist to progress toward with both taught and portfolio routes.
As part of the interview process, you will be required to bring the following with you: Proof of any essential qualifications stated on the Job Description, proof of NHS payslip if coming from another NHS Organisation and all ID to prove your identity and Right to Work (More details will follow for successful applicants invited to interview)
Interview date currently planned for 29th June 2023 pm.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job description attached for details and personal specification.
Essential Criteria
Degree/diploma in Physiotherapy or MSc or BSc (Hons)
Registration with the Health Professions Council (UK)
Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio
Can demonstrate clinical skills encompassing the core areas of exercise therapy, management of pain relief, mobility training and therapeutic handling
Sound assessment skills with clinical reasoning and analytical ability
Ability to manage own caseload and prioritise workload pressures
Effective oral and written communication skills
Presentation skills
Please note: If you are successful for interview, you will be required to bring the following with you: Proof of any essential qualifications stated on the Job Description, proof of NHS payslip if coming from another NHS Organisation andallID to prove your identity and Right to Work (More details will follow for successful applicants invited to interview)
Our values are simple: Outstanding Care, Working Together, Listening and Leading.
We recognise that our colleagues are our most valuable resource, we are proud of the excellent levels of service our Trust provides to our service users and the dedication and conscientious of our colleagues. With this in mind, we offer a range of colleague benefits including:
Excellent annual leave entitlement
NHS Pension Scheme
Free staff parking at most of our sites
NHS discounts
Training and development
For more information please contact the recruitment team via email:SomersetNHSJobs@SomersetFT.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job description attached for details and personal specification.
Essential Criteria
Degree/diploma in Physiotherapy or MSc or BSc (Hons)
Registration with the Health Professions Council (UK)
Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio
Can demonstrate clinical skills encompassing the core areas of exercise therapy, management of pain relief, mobility training and therapeutic handling
Sound assessment skills with clinical reasoning and analytical ability
Ability to manage own caseload and prioritise workload pressures
Effective oral and written communication skills
Presentation skills
Please note: If you are successful for interview, you will be required to bring the following with you: Proof of any essential qualifications stated on the Job Description, proof of NHS payslip if coming from another NHS Organisation andallID to prove your identity and Right to Work (More details will follow for successful applicants invited to interview)
Our values are simple: Outstanding Care, Working Together, Listening and Leading.
We recognise that our colleagues are our most valuable resource, we are proud of the excellent levels of service our Trust provides to our service users and the dedication and conscientious of our colleagues. With this in mind, we offer a range of colleague benefits including:
Excellent annual leave entitlement
NHS Pension Scheme
Free staff parking at most of our sites
NHS discounts
Training and development
For more information please contact the recruitment team via email:SomersetNHSJobs@SomersetFT.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Degree or MSc in Physiotherapy
- Registration by Health and Care Professions Council (UK)
- Evidence of relevant and up to date post graduate training in the field of MSk
Desirable
- Attendance of relevant validated clinical courses
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Clinical skills encompassing the core areas of exercise therapy, management of pain, mobility training and therapeutic handling
- Sound assessment skills with clinical reasoning and analytical ability
- Knowledge of validated assessment tools and outcome measures
- Specialist knowledge of a broad range of relevant conditions and their management
- Experience of working within MSk outpatients
- Understanding and use of reflective practice
- Understanding of Health and Safety and Risk Management Policies
- Experience of clinical supervision
Desirable
- Working as part of a therapy team
- Experience of leading and facilitating groups
- Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality issues
- Experience with the NHS
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent clinical reasoning, assessment and treatment skills
- Remain up to date with professional and evidence based practice and new research
- Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner and keep accurate and legible patient notes
- Competent IT skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Understand clinical governance and it's implications for services, including experience of quality issues
- Ability to comprehend and work within all the Trusts policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and saftey
- To be forward thinking
- Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance
- Understand and use of shared decision making
Desirable
- Ability to cope with distressing situations such as imparting unwelcome news regarding rehabilitation prospects
- Presentation skills
- Able to pass on skills and knowledge to others within formal and informal environments
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
- Ability to maintain high levels of concentration when under pressure from competing sources
- Flexible and adaptable
- Motivation, drive, enthusiasm and confidence in the role
Other
Essential
- Access to transport to travel throughout the Somerset partnership area
- Valid driving licence for the UK
Desirable
- Willingness to be flexible in working locations
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Degree or MSc in Physiotherapy
- Registration by Health and Care Professions Council (UK)
- Evidence of relevant and up to date post graduate training in the field of MSk
Desirable
- Attendance of relevant validated clinical courses
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Clinical skills encompassing the core areas of exercise therapy, management of pain, mobility training and therapeutic handling
- Sound assessment skills with clinical reasoning and analytical ability
- Knowledge of validated assessment tools and outcome measures
- Specialist knowledge of a broad range of relevant conditions and their management
- Experience of working within MSk outpatients
- Understanding and use of reflective practice
- Understanding of Health and Safety and Risk Management Policies
- Experience of clinical supervision
Desirable
- Working as part of a therapy team
- Experience of leading and facilitating groups
- Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality issues
- Experience with the NHS
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent clinical reasoning, assessment and treatment skills
- Remain up to date with professional and evidence based practice and new research
- Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner and keep accurate and legible patient notes
- Competent IT skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Understand clinical governance and it's implications for services, including experience of quality issues
- Ability to comprehend and work within all the Trusts policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and saftey
- To be forward thinking
- Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance
- Understand and use of shared decision making
Desirable
- Ability to cope with distressing situations such as imparting unwelcome news regarding rehabilitation prospects
- Presentation skills
- Able to pass on skills and knowledge to others within formal and informal environments
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
- Ability to maintain high levels of concentration when under pressure from competing sources
- Flexible and adaptable
- Motivation, drive, enthusiasm and confidence in the role
Other
Essential
- Access to transport to travel throughout the Somerset partnership area
- Valid driving licence for the UK
Desirable
- Willingness to be flexible in working locations
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).
