Job summary
This is an opportunity for an experienced Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist to progress their career into a Specialist role working within a MSK Assessment and Triage Service.
Patients are referred into this service by other health professionals for assessment and treatment of MSK Orthopaedic conditions. This may include ordering and evaluating the results of diagnostic imaging, identifying patients for injection therapy, and referral to secondary care services including trauma and orthopaedics, rheumatology and pain management services.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high standard of physiotherapy in the highly specialist area of musculoskeletal outpatients which may also include Chronic Pain and Rheumatology in the physiotherapy outpatient departments within NCH&C.
To assist the Enhanced Scope Practitioners for the MSK Assessment and Triage Service in the running of the Service.
About us
MSK Assessment and Triage Service provides care to patients from Norwich and South Norfolk.
There are strong links with other NCHC MSK services including MSK First Contact Practitioners, Biomechanics (foot and ankle specialists), MSK Physiotherapy, ESCAPE classes, Continence and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, and Hand Therapy.
The MSK services all work via a combination of face to face and remote consultations, with MSK Triage currently working from clinics in Norwich, Long Stratton, Dereham, Diss, Thetford and Wymondham. Clinicians may be asked to work across multiple sites.
As a whole, MSK Services promotes continuous professional development and regular supervision in a variety of formats as we recognise the clinical and personal importance of this.
Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To have an active role in the assessment of a wide range of musculo-skeletal, chronic pain and rheumatological conditions based on advanced theoretical knowledge of anatomy, physiology, neuro-anatomy and pathology, often in situations where conflicting evidence and/or complex bio-psychosocial issues are present. To apply advanced clinical reasoning skills to assess and form a diagnosis and ensure progress through the appropriate care pathway.
2. To recognise the most appropriate pathway for patients such as when referral to specialist Orthopaedic, Rheumatology or Pain Management is fully appropriate. To use theoretical and practical knowledge to make recommendations for further management of the condition and assist the patient as far as possible in the referral process. This requires knowledge and understanding of the role of other health professionals, (e.g. psychology, occupational therapy, pharmacy, orthopaedics, rheumatology, pain clinic, general practitioner).
3. To communicate some highly complex patient related information effectively to ensure collaborative working within the MSK, pain and rheumatology services/teams and with multidisciplinary colleagues across health and social care sectors to ensure the delivery of a coordinated multidisciplinary care. Making appropriate recommendations for further management and ensuring that the patient is informed.
4. To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regards to clinical priorities and use of time.
5. To independently or with the Enhanced Scope Practitioner triage referrals and make onward referrals as appropriate. This will involve the coordination of the patients complex pathway of care between healthcare professionals comprising the multidisciplinary team. The multidisciplinary team consists of Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, GPs, Doctors and Consultants in both primary and secondary care and may involve other agencies e.g. social care. Thus, the clinician will be expected to refer on beyond their scope of practice.
6. To undertake comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with complex presentation, using investigative and analytical skills and to formulate individualised management and treatment plans, using clinical reasoning and utilising a wide range of treatment skills and options to formulate a specialised programme of care. There may be conflicting information to make a judgement on the best course of action to be taken for the management of patients condition.
Please see Job Description for full details.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To have an active role in the assessment of a wide range of musculo-skeletal, chronic pain and rheumatological conditions based on advanced theoretical knowledge of anatomy, physiology, neuro-anatomy and pathology, often in situations where conflicting evidence and/or complex bio-psychosocial issues are present. To apply advanced clinical reasoning skills to assess and form a diagnosis and ensure progress through the appropriate care pathway.
2. To recognise the most appropriate pathway for patients such as when referral to specialist Orthopaedic, Rheumatology or Pain Management is fully appropriate. To use theoretical and practical knowledge to make recommendations for further management of the condition and assist the patient as far as possible in the referral process. This requires knowledge and understanding of the role of other health professionals, (e.g. psychology, occupational therapy, pharmacy, orthopaedics, rheumatology, pain clinic, general practitioner).
3. To communicate some highly complex patient related information effectively to ensure collaborative working within the MSK, pain and rheumatology services/teams and with multidisciplinary colleagues across health and social care sectors to ensure the delivery of a coordinated multidisciplinary care. Making appropriate recommendations for further management and ensuring that the patient is informed.
4. To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regards to clinical priorities and use of time.
5. To independently or with the Enhanced Scope Practitioner triage referrals and make onward referrals as appropriate. This will involve the coordination of the patients complex pathway of care between healthcare professionals comprising the multidisciplinary team. The multidisciplinary team consists of Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, GPs, Doctors and Consultants in both primary and secondary care and may involve other agencies e.g. social care. Thus, the clinician will be expected to refer on beyond their scope of practice.
6. To undertake comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with complex presentation, using investigative and analytical skills and to formulate individualised management and treatment plans, using clinical reasoning and utilising a wide range of treatment skills and options to formulate a specialised programme of care. There may be conflicting information to make a judgement on the best course of action to be taken for the management of patients condition.
Please see Job Description for full details.
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Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and ability
Essential
- Good knowledge of all aspects of Physiotherapy
- Musculoskeletal expertise
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work outside traditional professional boundaries.
- High level problem solving
Desirable
- Research skills and experience of involvement in clinical studies
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or degree in Physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
- Evidence of relevant post graduate courses / CPD
- Have or working towards relevant MSc or evidence of academic / intellectual level equivalent to MSc level.
Desirable
- Membership of clinical special interest group
- Previous experience of requesting imaging and bloods.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years in specialist Physiotherapy clinical area
- Experience of service evaluation and development
- Previous experience of teaching / training members of staff
- Completion of audits
Desirable
- Experience of collaborative working within a multidisciplinary team
- Previous experience in a team leadership role
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work collaboratively within a team
- Able to maintain judgement under pressure
- Able to work independently
- Able to work with others and pass on skills and knowledge
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and ability
Essential
- Good knowledge of all aspects of Physiotherapy
- Musculoskeletal expertise
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work outside traditional professional boundaries.
- High level problem solving
Desirable
- Research skills and experience of involvement in clinical studies
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or degree in Physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
- Evidence of relevant post graduate courses / CPD
- Have or working towards relevant MSc or evidence of academic / intellectual level equivalent to MSc level.
Desirable
- Membership of clinical special interest group
- Previous experience of requesting imaging and bloods.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years in specialist Physiotherapy clinical area
- Experience of service evaluation and development
- Previous experience of teaching / training members of staff
- Completion of audits
Desirable
- Experience of collaborative working within a multidisciplinary team
- Previous experience in a team leadership role
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work collaboratively within a team
- Able to maintain judgement under pressure
- Able to work independently
- Able to work with others and pass on skills and knowledge
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).
