Job summary
This is an opportunity for a specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist to further develop their skills in a First Contact Practice role as a band 7 Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner in Tyneside Integrated Musculoskeletal Service (TIMS).
Successful applicants will work as part of a team to provide First Contact Physiotherapy into GP practices in the West End of Newcastle ensuring patients are managed according to existing pathways and protocols available through TIMS. They will also maintain a specialist caseload within TIMS and act as a source of expertise within the pathways and be expected to contribute to service evaluation, treatment and research within the service.
Applicants should have a degree or equivalent qualification in Physiotherapy and be State registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. They should have extensive post graduate experience with working knowledge of the role of the First Contact Practitioner, TIMS pathways and protocols and experience of integrating evidence based guidelines into clinical practice. Also, evidence of ongoing accredited CPD in a specialist area including relevant post graduate courses.
If you have excellent communication skills, understand the importance of person-centered care and have a desire to develop your knowledge and skills in the musculoskeletal physiotherapy then this is an excellent opportunity for you.
Main duties of the job
Provide a high standard of physiotherapy care to a highly complex patient group referred to TIMS.
Take a major role in the advanced assessment and treatment of patients within the speciality with musculo-skeletal conditions referred to TIMS who may have complex physical, psychological and chronic presentations.
Triage referrals and make onward referrals to other healthcare professionals some of which may be urgent, and to determine clinical diagnosis, develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme, and maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.
Carry a clinical caseload of complex patients within the speciality using skills to aid diagnosis and development of treatment plans e.g. ordering x-rays, administering injection therapy.
Liaise with MDT colleagues, specifically GP's and consultants with regard to the delivery and evaluation of the TIMS service.
Provide day to day clinical leadership to Band 6 and 5 Physiotherapists within the clinical pathway through supervision, assessment, education and support.
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is expected to:
Hold a degree or equivalent diploma in Physiotherapy o Have post graduate qualifications within the clinical specialty including modules at Masters Level or equivalent knowledge/experience
Be state registered with the health and care professions council
Have extensive post registration experience including considerable experience as a senior physiotherapist within a musculoskeletal setting
Have the ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance so as to maintain own continued professional development (CPD) participating in internal and external development opportunities, recording learning outcomes in a portfolio
Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence based practice in the management of Musculoskeletal conditions, developing highly specialist knowledge of particular conditions and patient groups through specialist training, CPD and experience equivalent to masters level
Have highly specialised understanding of physiotherapy clinical practices and procedures within the specialty area
Have highly specialist knowledge of manual handling legislation and current best practice including range of appropriate equipment o Actively participate and lead when appropriate team in-service training within the specialty area
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is expected to:
Hold a degree or equivalent diploma in Physiotherapy o Have post graduate qualifications within the clinical specialty including modules at Masters Level or equivalent knowledge/experience
Be state registered with the health and care professions council
Have extensive post registration experience including considerable experience as a senior physiotherapist within a musculoskeletal setting
Have the ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance so as to maintain own continued professional development (CPD) participating in internal and external development opportunities, recording learning outcomes in a portfolio
Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence based practice in the management of Musculoskeletal conditions, developing highly specialist knowledge of particular conditions and patient groups through specialist training, CPD and experience equivalent to masters level
Have highly specialised understanding of physiotherapy clinical practices and procedures within the specialty area
Have highly specialist knowledge of manual handling legislation and current best practice including range of appropriate equipment o Actively participate and lead when appropriate team in-service training within the specialty area
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- To hold a degree or equivalent diploma in Physiotherapy
- Be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Significant post-graduate clinical experience and knowledge / skill base in the assessment and management of obstetrics, gynecological, continence and pelvic conditions
- Evidence of CPD and relevant post-graduate courses to MSc level
- Experience of teaching and delivering presentations
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- Previous Band 7 experience
- Experience of carrying out audit projects
- Management/Leadership qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of medical conditions relevant to the speciality and their impact on patient's functional abilities
- Highly specialist knowledge of the physiotherapy process and its application with the client group in the speciality
Desirable
- Knowledge of undertaking research projects
- Knowledge of current NHS initiatives
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Teaching skills Good organisation, time management, problem-solving and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own practice
- IT skills
Desirable
- Specialist treatment skills e.g. Manual Therapy, Injection therapy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- To hold a degree or equivalent diploma in Physiotherapy
- Be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Significant post-graduate clinical experience and knowledge / skill base in the assessment and management of obstetrics, gynecological, continence and pelvic conditions
- Evidence of CPD and relevant post-graduate courses to MSc level
- Experience of teaching and delivering presentations
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- Previous Band 7 experience
- Experience of carrying out audit projects
- Management/Leadership qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of medical conditions relevant to the speciality and their impact on patient's functional abilities
- Highly specialist knowledge of the physiotherapy process and its application with the client group in the speciality
Desirable
- Knowledge of undertaking research projects
- Knowledge of current NHS initiatives
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Teaching skills Good organisation, time management, problem-solving and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own practice
- IT skills
Desirable
- Specialist treatment skills e.g. Manual Therapy, Injection therapy.
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).
