Job summary
Leeds
Community Musculoskeletal Service is investing in training and developing the
future MSK workforce and are looking to recruit to exciting new developmental
band 6 posts. You would join a supportive team of physiotherapists, Advanced
Physiotherapy Practitioners (APP) and MSK Doctors.
We currently work from a
range of health centres and GP practices across the city.
You will be supported /have protected time to develop your skills in
preparation for progressing to a Band 7 role upon completion of agreed
competencies.
Roles available are:
2 posts - Core MSK & FCP developmental Band 6-7
Main duties of the job
We
are looking for enthusiastic physiotherapists who have significant experience
of treating MSK patients autonomously and are keen to further develop their MSK
skills. These roles are not suitable for newly qualified physiotherapists.
You will be required to manage a varied MSK caseload, working in a fast paced
environment and it is essential you are aspiring to work in a First Contact
Physiotherapy (FCP) role.
Developmental band 6 roles require completion of a range of competencies in
order to progress to a specialist band 7 post. The service will support your
development and you will be aligned to an appropriate mentor.
You will be
supported to complete the FCP roadmap via the taught or supported portfolio
route, determined by a Learning needs Analysis with a Higher Education
Institute,
About us
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare
provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We
treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and
work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture
based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high
quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were
rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding"
for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from
generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. See the supporting link
on the right for a full list of rewards & why to work for Leeds Community
Healthcare.
Right
to Work
This role is based in the
UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK -
either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having
secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in
the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider
carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
INTERNAL ONLY
Job Purpose
The post holder will be
responsible for their own caseload within their speciality area as an
autonomous practitioner. In doing so, they will assess, plan, deliver and
evaluate patient centred programmes of care to a specialist level ensuring that
they practice within their sphere of competence and knowledge. The post holder
will work to professional and regulatory body codes, standards and guidance at
all times ensuring that their practice is grounded in evidence based
theoretical and practical knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical
1.1.
Demonstrates a detailed theoretical and
practical knowledge of common aetiologies, pathologies, conditions and
presentations involving a critical understanding of theories and principles
1.2.
Demonstrates innovative and specialist skills to
select methods and tools to holistically assess, plan, implement and evaluate
in a complex and specialised field of work.
1.3.
Demonstrates highly developed physical skills
where dexterity and accuracy are important e.g. syringe pumps and infusions,
manual treatments
1.4.
Makes consistent judgements requiring complex fact
analysis, interpretation and comparison of options and ensures clinical
reasoning is reflected accurately in case records
1.5.
Engages and actively involves the individual
and, if appropriate, their family/carer, in the assessment, planning,
implementation and evaluation of programmes of treatment and/or care by using person-centred
techniques to promote a culture of involvement and empowerment
1.6.
Works to standards of proficiency identified by
their professional and regulatory bodies performing clinical
treatments/procedures to a competent standard
1.7.
Prioritises their own workload, and that of the
wider team, within agreed objectives deciding when to refer to others as
appropriate.
1.8.
Provides and receives complex, sensitive or
contentious information where motivational, persuasive, empathetic, negotiating
and reassurance skills are required whilst demonstrating an understanding of
barriers to communication
1.9.
Approaches each individual with care, compassion
and sensitivity ensuring that these values are reflected in all areas of
practice including the management of any complaints and compliments.
1.10. To comply with the organisations Infection
Prevention and Control requirements, including bare below the elbows dress
code for staff with a direct care delivery role
Job description
Job responsibilities
INTERNAL ONLY
Job Purpose
The post holder will be
responsible for their own caseload within their speciality area as an
autonomous practitioner. In doing so, they will assess, plan, deliver and
evaluate patient centred programmes of care to a specialist level ensuring that
they practice within their sphere of competence and knowledge. The post holder
will work to professional and regulatory body codes, standards and guidance at
all times ensuring that their practice is grounded in evidence based
theoretical and practical knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical
1.1.
Demonstrates a detailed theoretical and
practical knowledge of common aetiologies, pathologies, conditions and
presentations involving a critical understanding of theories and principles
1.2.
Demonstrates innovative and specialist skills to
select methods and tools to holistically assess, plan, implement and evaluate
in a complex and specialised field of work.
1.3.
Demonstrates highly developed physical skills
where dexterity and accuracy are important e.g. syringe pumps and infusions,
manual treatments
1.4.
Makes consistent judgements requiring complex fact
analysis, interpretation and comparison of options and ensures clinical
reasoning is reflected accurately in case records
1.5.
Engages and actively involves the individual
and, if appropriate, their family/carer, in the assessment, planning,
implementation and evaluation of programmes of treatment and/or care by using person-centred
techniques to promote a culture of involvement and empowerment
1.6.
Works to standards of proficiency identified by
their professional and regulatory bodies performing clinical
treatments/procedures to a competent standard
1.7.
Prioritises their own workload, and that of the
wider team, within agreed objectives deciding when to refer to others as
appropriate.
1.8.
Provides and receives complex, sensitive or
contentious information where motivational, persuasive, empathetic, negotiating
and reassurance skills are required whilst demonstrating an understanding of
barriers to communication
1.9.
Approaches each individual with care, compassion
and sensitivity ensuring that these values are reflected in all areas of
practice including the management of any complaints and compliments.
1.10. To comply with the organisations Infection
Prevention and Control requirements, including bare below the elbows dress
code for staff with a direct care delivery role
Person Specification
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Experience of managing independent MSK caseload.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Highly motivated to develop- progress clinical skills particularly in FCP.
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical leadership
Experience
Essential
- Significant MSK experience.
- Supervision of staff /delegation to others
Desirable
- Working in Community or Primary care.
- Teaching.
- Research - audit.
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional degree/diploma in relevant field.
- Evidence of portfolio of learning relevant to post.
- Post graduate qualification in MSK (or extensive experience /working towards).
- Professional registration: HCPC
Desirable
- Leadership - management training (ILM 3 or equivalent).
- Post graduate qualification in MSK
Person Specification
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Experience of managing independent MSK caseload.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Highly motivated to develop- progress clinical skills particularly in FCP.
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical leadership
Experience
Essential
- Significant MSK experience.
- Supervision of staff /delegation to others
Desirable
- Working in Community or Primary care.
- Teaching.
- Research - audit.
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional degree/diploma in relevant field.
- Evidence of portfolio of learning relevant to post.
- Post graduate qualification in MSK (or extensive experience /working towards).
- Professional registration: HCPC
Desirable
- Leadership - management training (ILM 3 or equivalent).
- Post graduate qualification in MSK
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).
