Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner (APP) to join the Community MSK Assessment & Physiotherapy Service (CMAPS).
The successful candidate will provide expert musculoskeletal assessment, diagnosis, and management for patients with complex MSK presentations and will utilise diagnostics where clinically appropriate, such as X-ray, MRI, USS, interventional radiology, neurophysiological tests and bloods.
You will be part of a skilled team which includes Clinical and Operational leadership, APP's through to B4 physiotherapy support worker, administrators, and secretaries. You will play a key part in supporting the development of junior colleagues within the team. The service is currently developing its rehabilitation strategy, focusing on goal orientated outcomes alongside offering an excellent patient experience.
There are excellent CPD opportunities in a friendly and supportive environment. Successful applicants will have substantial post graduate experience of working in musculoskeletal specialties; will have excellent leadership skills, a positive attitude and excellent communication skills and be able to commute to meet the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
This role has the opportunity to work across our service in an APP role and as an First Contact Physiotherapist.
What the service can offer you:
- Clinical Supervision
- Weekly clinical support groups
- Flexible working opportunities
- Involvement in service improvements
- Leadership training
- GP support within primary care
- Opportunity to be part of fantastic APP & FCP team
- Opportunity for clinical development
An annex 21 training post would be considered.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as ethnically diverse, disabled and LGBTQ+ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD department. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values, plus much more. For those in a Management/Leadership role, there are additional programmes to support you to develop the skills you need. These include our Managers Essentials Programme and a Leadership Programme that all managers will attend as part of your Dudley Managers Induction. Our Learning Prospectus is a great way to discover the details behind what's available for you here at The Dudley Group.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/Diploma/MSc pre-registration physiotherapy
- Evidence of continuous professional development via relevant post-graduate courses
- Msc qualification in clinical speciality, or equivalent experience, preferably with an Advanced Practice component
Desirable
- Injection therapy qualification
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
- Certificate/evidence in course of leadership development
- Computer literacy course or evidence of competent IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience in requesting & interpreting diagnostic tests
- Experience in managing service users with complex MSK conditions such as pain management, existing long-term conditions & multiple co-morbidities & pathologies
- Experience in having speed of thought to quickly identify & escalate referrals with regards to patients presenting with non MSK issues
- To be up to date & implement Evidence Based Practice, appropriate guidelines & National & Local audits
- Experience in the identification and management of suspected sinister pathology including knowledge of appropriate national guidance
- Experience with triaging referrals in Primary care and Community Services and the ability to make rapid & accurate decisions to improve patient pathway & care
- Experience of leading a department regarding clinic management but also with operational duties when required i.e. managing absence, recognising & improving performance & managing leave
- Experience in service development, quality improvements and redesign to improve service user experience
- Experience in managing patients highlighted by colleagues that require higher level of Advanced Specialist Skill
Desirable
- Experience in working in a First Contact Practitioner role
- Experience in development & involvement in research
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Clear and effective communication skills relating to complex clinical conditions and organisational feedback both verbally and written
- Be team player who has the ability to positively influence & support others both clinically and personally
- Ability to have difficult conversations when required and to be a critical friend
- Able to demonstrate inclusive & compassionate leadership
- Ability to motivate team
- Ability to support talent management within the team
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to multitask with good organisation skills both clinically and non-clinically
- Interest in helping to shape service & continually improve the service for patients & team members
Knowledge and Training
Essential
- Ability to perform timely clinical assessments for complex presentations with knowledge of relevant & appropriate special tests
- Ability to work independently with the possibility of lone working. Knowledge of reducing risks associated with lone working
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to problem solve quickly, deescalate when required and handle difficult conversations
- Motivation, drive and enthusiasm for Musculoskeletal Speciality & to excel clinically
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Trust Values
Essential
- Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
- Values & behaviours that reflect the Trust values Care, Respect & Responsibility
- Commitment to creating a diverse & inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination & where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/Diploma/MSc pre-registration physiotherapy
- Evidence of continuous professional development via relevant post-graduate courses
- Msc qualification in clinical speciality, or equivalent experience, preferably with an Advanced Practice component
Desirable
- Injection therapy qualification
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
- Certificate/evidence in course of leadership development
- Computer literacy course or evidence of competent IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience in requesting & interpreting diagnostic tests
- Experience in managing service users with complex MSK conditions such as pain management, existing long-term conditions & multiple co-morbidities & pathologies
- Experience in having speed of thought to quickly identify & escalate referrals with regards to patients presenting with non MSK issues
- To be up to date & implement Evidence Based Practice, appropriate guidelines & National & Local audits
- Experience in the identification and management of suspected sinister pathology including knowledge of appropriate national guidance
- Experience with triaging referrals in Primary care and Community Services and the ability to make rapid & accurate decisions to improve patient pathway & care
- Experience of leading a department regarding clinic management but also with operational duties when required i.e. managing absence, recognising & improving performance & managing leave
- Experience in service development, quality improvements and redesign to improve service user experience
- Experience in managing patients highlighted by colleagues that require higher level of Advanced Specialist Skill
Desirable
- Experience in working in a First Contact Practitioner role
- Experience in development & involvement in research
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Clear and effective communication skills relating to complex clinical conditions and organisational feedback both verbally and written
- Be team player who has the ability to positively influence & support others both clinically and personally
- Ability to have difficult conversations when required and to be a critical friend
- Able to demonstrate inclusive & compassionate leadership
- Ability to motivate team
- Ability to support talent management within the team
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to multitask with good organisation skills both clinically and non-clinically
- Interest in helping to shape service & continually improve the service for patients & team members
Knowledge and Training
Essential
- Ability to perform timely clinical assessments for complex presentations with knowledge of relevant & appropriate special tests
- Ability to work independently with the possibility of lone working. Knowledge of reducing risks associated with lone working
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to problem solve quickly, deescalate when required and handle difficult conversations
- Motivation, drive and enthusiasm for Musculoskeletal Speciality & to excel clinically
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Trust Values
Essential
- Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
- Values & behaviours that reflect the Trust values Care, Respect & Responsibility
- Commitment to creating a diverse & inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination & where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued
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).
