Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent full time Advanced Practitioner in Orthopaedics. This role can be a band 7 or band 8 A (AFC) dependant on experience and relevant training. If appointed as a Band 7 Practitioner, there is scope to progress to band 8 A role over 12-18 months following training and meeting competency requirements.
This role would suit either an experienced Advanced Practitioner looking for a new challenge, or an experienced MSK Physiotherapist looking to advance skills and develop into the AP role.
This is an opportunity to join an established team of Advanced Practitioners in the Orthopaedic Interface Service (OIS) primarily based in Bolton One, a purpose built modern out-patient setting. There will be some requirement for cross site cover based at the Royal Bolton Hospital supporting the orthopaedic service. You will be joining a very friendly and proactive team driven by our Trust values.
The Orthopaedic Interface Service (OIS) is responsible for triage of all MSK/Orthopaedic referrals received from primary and secondary care. The successful candidate will have opportunity to actively contribute to service development and collaborate with multidisciplinary partners.The Trust actively encourages research and leadership opportunities. Dedicated CPD time takes place regularly in the form of complex case discussions, Radiology discussions and dissemination of up-to-date new knowledge.
Main duties of the job
To be an integral part of the orthopaedic interface service based at Bolton One. Assessing and treating complex orthopaedic / musculoskeletal pathologies with a mixed caseload of spinal and upper and lower limb presentations.
Successful candidate will be supported with relevant training in place.
About us
Here at Bolton our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We ensure our patients receive the highest quality of care and are guided by our trust values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of the job please see attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of the job please see attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in physiotherapy
- Educated or working towards a MSc
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- Working to / desire to Masters in ACP
- Qualification in Non-medical prescribing
- Masters qualification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence post graduate experience working at specialist / advanced level in MSK/Orthopaedics
Desirable
- Experience of clinical education
- Extensive knowledge of managing complex and spinal musculoskeletal pathologies
- Experience and demonstrable knowledge of requesting and interpreting Radiology and Pathology investigations
Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinics skills such as history taking, physical patient assessment, formulating diagnosis and treatment planning
- Management of a complex caseload
Desirable
- Joint and soft tissue injection therapy
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of MSK/Orthopaedic pathologies/injuries and associated psychological difficulties
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Evidence based practice
Desirable
other
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in physiotherapy
- Educated or working towards a MSc
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- Working to / desire to Masters in ACP
- Qualification in Non-medical prescribing
- Masters qualification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence post graduate experience working at specialist / advanced level in MSK/Orthopaedics
Desirable
- Experience of clinical education
- Extensive knowledge of managing complex and spinal musculoskeletal pathologies
- Experience and demonstrable knowledge of requesting and interpreting Radiology and Pathology investigations
Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinics skills such as history taking, physical patient assessment, formulating diagnosis and treatment planning
- Management of a complex caseload
Desirable
- Joint and soft tissue injection therapy
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of MSK/Orthopaedic pathologies/injuries and associated psychological difficulties
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Evidence based practice
Desirable
other
Essential
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).
