Job summary
Therapies and Integrated Community Care Services are looking for an exceptional physiotherapist to join our highly respected team of Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners. You will be based in Ellesmere Port Hospital, but will be expected to deliver clinical expertise across our bases as the service evolves.
You will be able to demonstrate an ability to work generically at an advanced level, but this does not necessarily exclude a specialist area of interest. Familiarity with appropriate use of diagnostics and their use in reaching a differential diagnosis is essential, as is the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals from patients and their families, to your therapy peers, and to medical colleagues
The role will contribute to a high quality efficient and effective triage service for GP referrals as part of a comprehensive MSK service.
**We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000**
The relocation package is for anyone who would need to relocate in order to take up employment with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership.
To be eligible for the relocation payment, you must live more than 40 miles from the base/location of the post you are applying for and you would need to relocate to within 15 miles of the new base.
If this applies to you, please state this on your application so we can discuss this with you if you are invited to interview.
Main duties of the job
To work as an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner undertaking triage of clinical referrals and assessment of complex and /or undiagnosed patient presentations to ensure all patients referred to the service receive safe, timely, and effective care.
To manage a highly complex or undifferentiated caseload by arranging and acting on appropriate diagnostics to reach diagnosis and determine the correct pathway of care within either primary or secondary care
To provide clinical leadership in the ongoing development of physiotherapy and MSK practice, research/clinical audit, and standards of care within the service, including development of policies and clinical guidelines.
An area of clinical specialty is welcomed but the postholder will be expected to be able to assess a generic caseload effectively as the service requires.
You will be a clinical role model to our physiotherapy teams, and will be instrumental in supporting ongoing staff learning and service development. This role is key to continuing to integrate our primary and secondary care based MSK and orthopaedic therapy services to drive excellence in patient care.
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a 'Bronze' award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking aValues Based Interview/Assessment,which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. A Guide to completing your application form can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.
The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
If your disability meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please also inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for our Armed Forces community. Please answer YES to the question in the application form.
All new clinical support staff will be required to have completed or working towards the Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 6 months of start date).
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment.You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
CWP encourages and supports all staff to become vaccinated against COVID-19.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking aValues Based Interview/Assessment,which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. A Guide to completing your application form can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.
The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
If your disability meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please also inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for our Armed Forces community. Please answer YES to the question in the application form.
All new clinical support staff will be required to have completed or working towards the Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 6 months of start date).
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment.You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
CWP encourages and supports all staff to become vaccinated against COVID-19.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
- HPC registration
- Evidence of relevant specialised, validated post graduate courses/CPD to Masters level or equivalent
- IRMER trained and experienced in requesting diagnostics
Desirable
- Hold or be working towards MSc Advanced/Clinical Practice
- Non-Medical Prescriber independent prescriber qualification
- Recognised qualification in joint and soft tissue injection therapy
- Relevant Clinical Interest Group membership
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Advanced skills in patient assessment and use of diagnostics to differentially diagnose and formulate appropriate treatment/care plan
- CPD diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience
- Good working knowledge of all areas of clinical governance including quality, audit, and risk management
- Knowledge of relevant outcome measures
- In depth knowledge of acute and primary care MSK and orthopaedic care
- Good knowledge of national and local targets, NICE guidelines and policies in relation to Orthopaedics and MSK Care
Desirable
- Motivation, drive and enthusiasm for quality service provision, and initiative to identify and deliver improvements to patient care/services
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working at relevant advanced clinical level within the musculoskeletal field, and broad experience in orthopaedic and rheumatology specialities
- Demonstrate effectiveness working independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrate supervision of students and qualified staff
- Evidence of senior clinical decision making
- Evidence of change management or innovative practice
Desirable
- Solid experience and knowledge of both primary and secondary care sectors as related to orthopaedics and MSK pathways
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
- HPC registration
- Evidence of relevant specialised, validated post graduate courses/CPD to Masters level or equivalent
- IRMER trained and experienced in requesting diagnostics
Desirable
- Hold or be working towards MSc Advanced/Clinical Practice
- Non-Medical Prescriber independent prescriber qualification
- Recognised qualification in joint and soft tissue injection therapy
- Relevant Clinical Interest Group membership
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Advanced skills in patient assessment and use of diagnostics to differentially diagnose and formulate appropriate treatment/care plan
- CPD diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience
- Good working knowledge of all areas of clinical governance including quality, audit, and risk management
- Knowledge of relevant outcome measures
- In depth knowledge of acute and primary care MSK and orthopaedic care
- Good knowledge of national and local targets, NICE guidelines and policies in relation to Orthopaedics and MSK Care
Desirable
- Motivation, drive and enthusiasm for quality service provision, and initiative to identify and deliver improvements to patient care/services
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working at relevant advanced clinical level within the musculoskeletal field, and broad experience in orthopaedic and rheumatology specialities
- Demonstrate effectiveness working independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrate supervision of students and qualified staff
- Evidence of senior clinical decision making
- Evidence of change management or innovative practice
Desirable
- Solid experience and knowledge of both primary and secondary care sectors as related to orthopaedics and MSK pathways
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).
