Job summary
To work as an individual withinthe Physiotherapy Team in a Specialist MSK role based at Royal Lancaster Infirmary. Looking after colleagues who are referred with a standalone MSK disorder and/or work related MSK disorder. You will be providing specialist physiotherapeutic assessment, diagnosis, treatment and advice for a range of conditions and advising on workplace adjustments, with the overall aim to benefit our colleagues.
To work as an autonomous practitioner taking responsibility for the management of patients on own caseload without direct supervision.
To work within the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service to develop proactive measures such as bespoke workplace assessments.
To work within the MDT at Occupational Health and Wellbeing to offer advice and provide holistic care to our colleagues.
To maintain effective communication links with patients, and associated professional practitioners regarding patient's condition, including the completion of accurate clinical records in line with trust and professional body codes of practice.
To participate in planned research and audit as required.
The post will deliver the following:
Provide ergonomic workplace assessments to reduce the number of referrals to OH&WB.
To provide a proactive service addressing the needs of our colleagues prior to developing MSK issues leading to periods of absence.
Main duties of the job
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
1. To undertake comprehensive physiotherapy assessment of physical problems of a complex nature which may also include psychological and social problems, using advanced clinical reasoning and assessment skills to provide an accurate diagnosis and treatment with the consent of patients and guidance of senior staff if required.
2. To formulate an individual and agreed treatment plan based on sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and carry out appropriate treatment in a manner that respects people's privacy, dignity and individuality. Reassessing patients' progress and altering treatment plans as required.
3. To formulate comprehensive discharge plans.
4. To demonstrate highly developed physical skills inclusive of dexterity, co-ordination and palpatory skills to carry out appropriate assessment and interventions including manual physiotherapy techniques and therapeutic handling.
5. To provide ergonomic workplace assessments, return to work programmes and to recommend ergonomic and practical solutions.
6. Where required, contribute to the on-going Health Promotions that the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service provide and then lead on Specialist MSK areas, eg back care.
About us
We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on the advertised position and the principal job duties/responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification found under the supporting documents section. Additional information about the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay can be accessed on our website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on the advertised position and the principal job duties/responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification found under the supporting documents section. Additional information about the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay can be accessed on our website.
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- BSc physiotherapy & HCPC registration
Desirable
- CSP membership
- MSc degree in pysio
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of core junior rotations within the NHS
- Previous MSK outpatient experience
- Involvement in service development through clinical audit, use of outcome measures etc
Desirable
- Previous Band 6 MSK experience in the NHS
- Experience of working as a Physiotherapist within Occupational Health
skills ability and knowledge
Essential
- Experience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation of findings, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of specialised MSK treatment
- Sound knowledge of relevant conditions including specialised knowledge of musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Ability to work within an MDT to achieve best practice and outcomes for patients
Desirable
- Ability to manage change across own service and wider MDT team/services.
- Awareness of current NHS issues
- Evidence of working across organisational boundaries in health and social care.
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- BSc physiotherapy & HCPC registration
Desirable
- CSP membership
- MSc degree in pysio
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of core junior rotations within the NHS
- Previous MSK outpatient experience
- Involvement in service development through clinical audit, use of outcome measures etc
Desirable
- Previous Band 6 MSK experience in the NHS
- Experience of working as a Physiotherapist within Occupational Health
skills ability and knowledge
Essential
- Experience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation of findings, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of specialised MSK treatment
- Sound knowledge of relevant conditions including specialised knowledge of musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Ability to work within an MDT to achieve best practice and outcomes for patients
Desirable
- Ability to manage change across own service and wider MDT team/services.
- Awareness of current NHS issues
- Evidence of working across organisational boundaries in health and social care.
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).
