Job summary
We have an exciting
opportunity for a full time advanced MSK
physiotherapist to join our friendly, supportive and successful CDIMS MSK team
in County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, one of the largest
intergrated health care trusts in the country. The CDIMS service is a single
point of access service for all MSK referrals for the region and continues to
develop e.g recently securing FCP contracts and rheumatology ESPs. CDIMS can
provide you with many future career opportunities/ experiences.
This post is based at University Hospital North Durham. The
post has responsibility of co-ordinating
patients journey to rehabilitation across the county and region from the
fracture clinic setting. Together with a daily virtual and face to face soft
tissue injury clinic taking referrals from A&E.
The post holder will liaise closely with the orthopeadic and
A&E teams. There will be a supervisory role working with a band 6 senior
physiotherapist, together with a requirement to supervise students on
placement.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work with CDIMS team providing evidence based assessment,
treatment and rehabilitation for patients. Your caseload of patients are
referred from secondary care # clinic and trauma consultants in the fracture
clinic setting. You will organise ongoing treatment for patients from your
assessment / triage onto appropriate departments or a base closer to their
home.
The virtual soft tissue clinic is a daily clinic taking
referrals from A&E. You will be required to provide an initial telephone assessment.
Following which you will clinically reason a shared decision for ongoing
management of the patient. Your diary will consist of available face to face
appointments for full assessment face to face of patients as required .
Patients can be referred on to secondary care.
CDDFT MSK physiotherapy team has a strong supportive culture
for personal and professional development, clinical supervision and
opportunities. There is a strong commitment also for wellbeing support.
The post holder will be supported by an ESP in A&E and ESPs from within the MSK department together
with the operational lead.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
At County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust our aim is to always deliver excellent care with compassion to deliver the highest quality of care our patients deserve. We value the personal skills, experiences and qualities that individuals bring to the Trust; creating an inclusive working environment to attract talented people who feel motivated, involved and able to influence the future direction of our services.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a advanced MSK autonomous physiotherapist in CDIMS ( Co
Durham Intergrated Musculoskeletal service), you will be providing evidence
based assessment, clinically reasoning the treatment, advice and rehabilitation
of patients with MSK conditions. You will independently manage a #/ post
-operative orthopeadic referred caseload
of patients from secondary care. You
will manage this service at UHND with the support of a rotational band 6. You
will co-ordinate following a shared decision with your patients ongoing
rehabilitation to suit their needs. You will have options to refer to
peadiatric services, community services, MSK services thoughout the county or
external trusts as required.
You will also manage a virtual soft tissue clinic at UHND
with referrals from A&E. The new patients receive an initial telephone
appointment/ assessment with the option of a face to face assessment as
required. Assessment slots are embargoed for a timely assessment of these
urgent patients.
You will be expected to provide training to band 6
rotational MSK staff at UHND to ensure they meet competancies and high
standards of care to patients. You will
be expected to provide shadowing opportunities for Band 5 and band 6 MSK
rotational staff while on inductions or within their rotations.
We also offer support
to physiotherapists requiring a return to practice placement for HCPC re -
registration through an honorary contract, can also indicate on your
application if you wish to be considered for this process.
Within a normal working day within
the CDIMS service you have ESP and senior colleague support available, together
with support from the orthopeadic team. CDIMS also has a robust intranet
physiotherapy site which provides you with
guidance on all local MSK pathways and protocols.
Many CDIMS band 7 physiotherapists
have injection skills on our sites, and are available for case discussions. Appropriate
patients for injections can be booked in designated slots following a shared
decision process with your patients. Assistants band 3 staff are available at
every site to support you to rehabilitate patients, you can refer for
individualised care by providing a plan or protocol.
You will be teamed with a band 8a
ESP as a supervisor who will support your personal development plan within the
appraisal framework. CDDFT support protected supervision time which is led by
the supervisee for your individual needs.
Shadowing and training is available throughout
the full service with consultants, A&E, plastics, FCPs in GP practices, ESPs
in all specialities. This is arranged within your personal development plan. The
department runs In-service training sessions together with access to learning
on e -learning for health. External courses can be accessed by inclusion onto
the annual training needs anaylsis by the department.
CDIMS use SystmOne for clinical
note keeping - training can be provided in a way to suit your individual needs,
using test patients if you are unfamiliar with this System within your
induction program. CDDFT provide a full induction program which includes
mandatory training together with a local physiotherapy induction tailored to
your needs. Training will also be provided with all CDDFT ICT programs as
required. You will also be provided with you own laptop.
Full training for student
supervision can be arranged with a local university and you would be supported
by colleagues with students until you become familiar with processes.
You will have access to
rehabmypatient program for individualised exercise prescriptions for your
patients, together with evidenced based leaflets on our intranet produced by
the teams special interest groups. These can be accessed in paper form or
electronic versions according to patients individual needs.
You will have opportunities to
develop leadership skills in conjunction with clinical e.g interviewer,
appraisal training. CDIMS promotes all staff to be involved with quality
improvement projects and promotes future career opportunities. New ideas are
always welcome to promote efficiency and quality for our patients at CDDFT.
The department has a track record
for staff wellbeing support following all local CDDFT guidance. You will have
access to a well-being hub which includes support telephone numbers and you can
be invited to the North East NHS outdoor wellbeing group. The NENC ICS also
provide a well being hub which all our staff have access to which provide
various proactive help and support solutions depending on needs.
For any further information about the role
please contact Claire Jacobs on claire.jacobs@nhs.net or 07717631822
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a advanced MSK autonomous physiotherapist in CDIMS ( Co
Durham Intergrated Musculoskeletal service), you will be providing evidence
based assessment, clinically reasoning the treatment, advice and rehabilitation
of patients with MSK conditions. You will independently manage a #/ post
-operative orthopeadic referred caseload
of patients from secondary care. You
will manage this service at UHND with the support of a rotational band 6. You
will co-ordinate following a shared decision with your patients ongoing
rehabilitation to suit their needs. You will have options to refer to
peadiatric services, community services, MSK services thoughout the county or
external trusts as required.
You will also manage a virtual soft tissue clinic at UHND
with referrals from A&E. The new patients receive an initial telephone
appointment/ assessment with the option of a face to face assessment as
required. Assessment slots are embargoed for a timely assessment of these
urgent patients.
You will be expected to provide training to band 6
rotational MSK staff at UHND to ensure they meet competancies and high
standards of care to patients. You will
be expected to provide shadowing opportunities for Band 5 and band 6 MSK
rotational staff while on inductions or within their rotations.
We also offer support
to physiotherapists requiring a return to practice placement for HCPC re -
registration through an honorary contract, can also indicate on your
application if you wish to be considered for this process.
Within a normal working day within
the CDIMS service you have ESP and senior colleague support available, together
with support from the orthopeadic team. CDIMS also has a robust intranet
physiotherapy site which provides you with
guidance on all local MSK pathways and protocols.
Many CDIMS band 7 physiotherapists
have injection skills on our sites, and are available for case discussions. Appropriate
patients for injections can be booked in designated slots following a shared
decision process with your patients. Assistants band 3 staff are available at
every site to support you to rehabilitate patients, you can refer for
individualised care by providing a plan or protocol.
You will be teamed with a band 8a
ESP as a supervisor who will support your personal development plan within the
appraisal framework. CDDFT support protected supervision time which is led by
the supervisee for your individual needs.
Shadowing and training is available throughout
the full service with consultants, A&E, plastics, FCPs in GP practices, ESPs
in all specialities. This is arranged within your personal development plan. The
department runs In-service training sessions together with access to learning
on e -learning for health. External courses can be accessed by inclusion onto
the annual training needs anaylsis by the department.
CDIMS use SystmOne for clinical
note keeping - training can be provided in a way to suit your individual needs,
using test patients if you are unfamiliar with this System within your
induction program. CDDFT provide a full induction program which includes
mandatory training together with a local physiotherapy induction tailored to
your needs. Training will also be provided with all CDDFT ICT programs as
required. You will also be provided with you own laptop.
Full training for student
supervision can be arranged with a local university and you would be supported
by colleagues with students until you become familiar with processes.
You will have access to
rehabmypatient program for individualised exercise prescriptions for your
patients, together with evidenced based leaflets on our intranet produced by
the teams special interest groups. These can be accessed in paper form or
electronic versions according to patients individual needs.
You will have opportunities to
develop leadership skills in conjunction with clinical e.g interviewer,
appraisal training. CDIMS promotes all staff to be involved with quality
improvement projects and promotes future career opportunities. New ideas are
always welcome to promote efficiency and quality for our patients at CDDFT.
The department has a track record
for staff wellbeing support following all local CDDFT guidance. You will have
access to a well-being hub which includes support telephone numbers and you can
be invited to the North East NHS outdoor wellbeing group. The NENC ICS also
provide a well being hub which all our staff have access to which provide
various proactive help and support solutions depending on needs.
For any further information about the role
please contact Claire Jacobs on claire.jacobs@nhs.net or 07717631822
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent Continuing Professional Development Diary including evidence of reflective practice, post grad training to modular masters level and clinical experience.
- Significant experience OP physiotherapy in all MSK fields
Desirable
- Recognised relevant academic qualification in relation to MSK conditions Injection therapy competent( MSc level training) An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing Appropriate post graduate MSK training to MSc (or equivalent) level
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research in management of MSK
- An understanding of legal responsibilities within the profession Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise and work to 18 RTT. Clear ability to manage waiting list pressures Ability to maintain high levels of concentration and analysis of presenting symptoms from patients
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbalIT skills
Desirable
- Innovative approach to working life
- Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery Presentational skills
- Knowledge, evidence and application of audit and research
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Desirable
- Experience of Systm One for clinical note keeping
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience including core competencies within musculoskeletal, neurology and pain management within the NHS setting.
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and positively implement change
- Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings
Desirable
- Experience of clinical supervision of staff and students Experience of Cognitive behavioral therapy and Bio psycho-social model of care
Statutory Registration
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent Continuing Professional Development Diary including evidence of reflective practice, post grad training to modular masters level and clinical experience.
- Significant experience OP physiotherapy in all MSK fields
Desirable
- Recognised relevant academic qualification in relation to MSK conditions Injection therapy competent( MSc level training) An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing Appropriate post graduate MSK training to MSc (or equivalent) level
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research in management of MSK
- An understanding of legal responsibilities within the profession Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise and work to 18 RTT. Clear ability to manage waiting list pressures Ability to maintain high levels of concentration and analysis of presenting symptoms from patients
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbalIT skills
Desirable
- Innovative approach to working life
- Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery Presentational skills
- Knowledge, evidence and application of audit and research
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Desirable
- Experience of Systm One for clinical note keeping
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience including core competencies within musculoskeletal, neurology and pain management within the NHS setting.
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and positively implement change
- Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings
Desirable
- Experience of clinical supervision of staff and students Experience of Cognitive behavioral therapy and Bio psycho-social model of care
Statutory Registration
Essential
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
