Job summary
Spire Little Aston Hospital have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Physiotherapist to join our committed Musculoskeletal Outpatient team on a full time basis.
Our physiotherapy service has a vibrant and established programme of professional development and provides a number of specialist services such as sports medicine, strength and conditioning, pelvic health, wrist and hand therapy and injection therapy. The department boasts excellent facilities including individual treatment rooms, a well-equipped gym and a pilates / exercise studio.
Spire Little Aston Hospital is a leading private hospital in the Midlands, offering comprehensive hospital care to patients from Birmingham and the surrounding areas of the West Midlands and Staffordshire. The hospital has an exceptional reputation within a variety of specialties including Orthopaedics, Sports & Exercise Medicine, Cosmetics, Ophthalmic, Gynaecology, General Surgery & Physiotherapy.
Were dedicated to providing quality treatment and aftercare to our patients. This means ongoing investment in our facilities and our staff. We also have a dedicated Bone & Joint Clinic with leading orthopaedic consultants, Breast Care Centre and Spire Eye Centre.
Main duties of the job
Within this role, you will work across both inpatient and outpatient MSK, including 1 evening per week in the outpatient department.
The role will involve the delivering of an excellent standard of assessment and treatment in the outpatient setting. You will treat a diverse MSK caseload seeing patients post-surgery and through GP and self-referrals.
- This is a clinical role and you will be responsible for providing exceptional patient care to your own varied caseload.
- To undertake physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal patients.
- You will be required to help work towards service development and service improvement initiatives
- You will have allocated time in your day to complete your admin duties.
- Dedicated CPD time every month and regular CPD sessions within the team, in which you will be encouraged to take an active role.
- Ensuring that the highest clinical standards are met at all times
- To take part in the weekend rota (approx. 2 Saturdays a month).
About us
Spire Little Aston Hospital is a leading private hospital in the Midlands, offering comprehensive hospital care to patients from Birmingham and the surrounding areas of the West Midlands and Staffordshire. The hospital has an exceptional reputation within a variety of specialties including Orthopaedics, Sports & Exercise Medicine, Cosmetics, Ophthalmic, Gynaecology, General Surgery & Physiotherapy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Who we're looking for:
- You must be a qualified physiotherapist with a valid HCPC registration with no restrictions on practice
- Degree (BSc Hons in Physiotherapy) or equivalent
- At least 18 months to 2 years post graduate clinical MSK experience in the NHS or hospital environment
- Experience of assessing, diagnosing and treating a range of patients/cases
- Previous experience within an outpatient department.
- Experience of / a very keen interest in latter stage ortho / MSK rehabilitation
- Post graduate education in MSK is desirable but not essential
- A basic understanding of respiratory experience would be an advantage
Benefits:
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Lukala Weber on Lukala.weber@spirehealthcare.com or call 07516 506185
Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Who we're looking for:
- You must be a qualified physiotherapist with a valid HCPC registration with no restrictions on practice
- Degree (BSc Hons in Physiotherapy) or equivalent
- At least 18 months to 2 years post graduate clinical MSK experience in the NHS or hospital environment
- Experience of assessing, diagnosing and treating a range of patients/cases
- Previous experience within an outpatient department.
- Experience of / a very keen interest in latter stage ortho / MSK rehabilitation
- Post graduate education in MSK is desirable but not essential
- A basic understanding of respiratory experience would be an advantage
Benefits:
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Lukala Weber on Lukala.weber@spirehealthcare.com or call 07516 506185
Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
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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).
