Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Specialist Physiotherapist to join our Clinical Leadership MSK outpatient team to lead the aquatic physiotherapy service.
We are looking for a physiotherapist with highly specialist physiotherapy skills and an established specialist interest in aquatic physiotherapy or an interest in developing this area of expertise. We are looking for an individual who will be committed to leading and developing the aquatic physiotherapy service.
As the aquatic physiotherapy clinical lead you will have demonstrable leadership skills and service development experience, excellent communication and time management skills to build networks to develop our existing aquatic physiotherapy service. We are looking for an excellent team player who is experienced, flexible, and has initiative to assist us in delivering high class patient centered care.
The part-time role will include working over three to four days - to include a Thursday.
We would be very happy to arrange for you to have an informal visit to see the physiotherapy outpatient department and the aquatic therapy pool.
N.B. Interviews are likely to be held on the 11th January 2024
Main duties of the job
- Responsible for the delivery of a high-quality physiotherapy service by self and others through caseload management, supervision and development of physiotherapy staff and students. Participation in operational management, modernisation and professional development of physiotherapy services.
- An autonomous physiotherapy practitioner performing an advanced musculoskeletal assessment of patients including those with complex presentations and from this formulates a diagnosis and treatment plan
- Takes a lead role in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of senior clinicians, junior clinicians, technical instructors and assistants, physiotherapy students (possibly including those at Masters level)
- As clinical team lead, is responsible for operational management and development of the aquatic physiotherapy service.
- Supervises, initiates and participates in evidence-based projects and is responsible for implementing changes within the aquatic physiotherapy service and setting and monitoring standards of practice
- Deputises for department lead as required
- Dissemination of information/advice from team leader or Head of Service
About us
The successful post holder will be part of a dynamic, experienced team providing a high standard of clinical care to patients attending the musculoskeletal and rheumatology outpatients and hydrotherapy department. Our team comprises of registered clinicians and support staff. We are a large acute trust with outpatient specialties including MSK, Hydrotherapy, Rheumatology, Women's Health. Neurology and Paediatrics
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Responsible for the delivery of a high-quality physiotherapy service by self and others through caseload management, supervision and development of physiotherapy staff and students. Participation in operational management, modernisation and professional development of physiotherapy services.
- An autonomous physiotherapy practitioner performing an advanced musculoskeletal assessment of patients including those with complex presentations and from this formulates a diagnosis and treatment plan
- Takes a lead role in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of senior clinicians, junior clinicians, technical instructors and assistants, physiotherapy students (possibly including those at Masters level)
- As clinical team lead, is responsible for operational management and development of the aquatic physiotherapy service.
- Supervises, initiates and participates in evidence-based projects and is responsible for implementing changes within the aquatic physiotherapy service and setting and monitoring standards of practice
- Deputises for department lead as required
- Dissemination of information/advice from team leader or Head of Service
Please see job description for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Responsible for the delivery of a high-quality physiotherapy service by self and others through caseload management, supervision and development of physiotherapy staff and students. Participation in operational management, modernisation and professional development of physiotherapy services.
- An autonomous physiotherapy practitioner performing an advanced musculoskeletal assessment of patients including those with complex presentations and from this formulates a diagnosis and treatment plan
- Takes a lead role in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of senior clinicians, junior clinicians, technical instructors and assistants, physiotherapy students (possibly including those at Masters level)
- As clinical team lead, is responsible for operational management and development of the aquatic physiotherapy service.
- Supervises, initiates and participates in evidence-based projects and is responsible for implementing changes within the aquatic physiotherapy service and setting and monitoring standards of practice
- Deputises for department lead as required
- Dissemination of information/advice from team leader or Head of Service
Please see job description for further details
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy with HCPC registration
Training
Essential
- Evidence of CPD in Musculoskeletal speciality
- Postgraduate education/courses in MSK physiotherapy
- Evidence of CPD in aquatic physiotherapy
Desirable
- Evidence of achieving the ATACP accreditation
Experience
Essential
- 3 years' experience of MSK outpatient physiotherapy
- Experience of service development
- Experience of presenting written information in a clear and logical manner
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience of delivering training/education
Desirable
- Experience of quality assurance, audit and research processes
- Experience of working in aquatic physiotherapy
- Experience of delivering training/education in aquatic physiotherapy
- Experience of leading a team
Skills
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Skills in managing patients with complex MSK conditions and/or complex pain syndromes
Desirable
- Skills in delivering aquatic physiotherapy
Leadership qualities
Essential
- Evidence of advanced communication skills within physiotherapy and the wider MDT
- Evidence of quality leadership skills
Desirable
Professional Membership
Desirable
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy with HCPC registration
Training
Essential
- Evidence of CPD in Musculoskeletal speciality
- Postgraduate education/courses in MSK physiotherapy
- Evidence of CPD in aquatic physiotherapy
Desirable
- Evidence of achieving the ATACP accreditation
Experience
Essential
- 3 years' experience of MSK outpatient physiotherapy
- Experience of service development
- Experience of presenting written information in a clear and logical manner
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience of delivering training/education
Desirable
- Experience of quality assurance, audit and research processes
- Experience of working in aquatic physiotherapy
- Experience of delivering training/education in aquatic physiotherapy
- Experience of leading a team
Skills
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Skills in managing patients with complex MSK conditions and/or complex pain syndromes
Desirable
- Skills in delivering aquatic physiotherapy
Leadership qualities
Essential
- Evidence of advanced communication skills within physiotherapy and the wider MDT
- Evidence of quality leadership skills
Desirable
Professional Membership
Desirable
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
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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).
