Job summary
Are
you passionate about NHS Physiotherapy care but looking for a challenge outside
of NHS trusts? We are offering a fantastic opportunity to work within the
musculoskeletal (MSK) team at Dorking Healthcare (DHC). The role includes
working as a First Contact Practitioner (FCP) within the Dorking Primary Care Network (PCN) and within the MSK Outpatients department
with the opportunity to work as an extended scope practitioner. You will be
part of a dynamic, forward thinking organisation delivering high standards of
patient care. Our Physiotherapy team benefit from both professional support and
being integrated within our friendly and supportive organisation.
We
offer regular continuing professional development and FCP supervision. As DHC
is a provider of Outpatient services, you will also be supported by experts in
the MSK field, with great opportunities for skills development and career
progression. FCPs are well respected and understood within the practices and
are seen as an important part of the diverse Practice team.
A
can-do attitude is a vital asset at DHC and we are looking for like-minded
individuals to work with us who share the same approach and work ethic.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will need to be Registered as a Physiotherapist with the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) with a minimum of 3 years musculoskeletal experience and demonstrate working at Level 7 (within the ACP framework) capability in MSK related areas of practice or equivalent (such as advanced assessment diagnosis and treatment), have proven physiotherapy experience and preferably completed stage 1 of the HEE Roadmap to Practice.
The role:
1. Provide clinical expertise, acting as first-contact physiotherapist and making decisions about the best course of action for patients' care (including in relation to undifferentiated conditions).
2. To provide a high standard of physiotherapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients referred by DHC consultants.
3.The opportunity to work as an ESP within the MSK triage clinic within a MDT setting. Performing the triage of orthopaedic referrals from GPs, referring for appropriate imaging and directing patient to the appropriate primary, secondary or tertiary care service according to clinical presentation.
This is a permanent role, full or part time will be considered with flexibility between primary care and MSK out-patient services.
Please see the attached job description for
further details and a person specification.
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
About us
DHC is a GP Federation, representing
140,000 patients providing a wide range of quality healthcare services
including elective care, Talking Therapies, community healthcare and primary
care across Surrey. We are registered with the CQC (Care Quality Commission)
and we are an accredited AQP (Any Qualified Provider).
DHC is working at the centre of the
local health system to evolve and deliver integrated care and that requires
strong partnerships with many organisations. In all of our services, we aim to
put the patient at the centre of their care, make sure our services are easy to
access by local patients and reduce waiting times.
GP practices have been brought
together into Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to offer services in the local
community. There are 4 Primary Care Networks as part of the DHC Federation,
Redhill Phoenix PCN, Dorking PCN, South Tandridge PCN and Integrated Care
Partnership PCN. The PCNs are critical to the changing NHS and are the focal
point of all locally developed planning and service delivery.
Benefits
DHC offers staff the
following benefits:
- Competitive salaries
- Become part of a friendly,
professional team
- Opportunities for training
and development
- Membership of the NHS
Pension scheme
- Generous annual leave -minimum of 27 days (plus Bank holidays) rising
to 33 days per year
- Opportunity to buy or sell leave
(once per year)
DHC actively encourage and promote
diversity, ensure all voices are heard and included and are committed to equal
opportunities for all.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a mixed primary and secondary care role working across:
- First Contact Physiotherapy in Primary care
- Extended Scope Practitioner within the MSK clinic
- Consultant referral Outpatient Physiotherapy Service
Job Purpose:
1.Provide clinical expertise, acting as first-contact physiotherapist and making decisions about the best course of action for patients' care (including in relation to undifferentiated conditions). This will involve seeing patients, without prior contact with their GP, in order to establish a rapid and accurate diagnosis and management plan.
2.Progress and request investigations to facilitate diagnosis and choice of treatment regime, understanding the information limitations derived from these and the relative sensitivity and specificity of particular tests diagnostic services such as x-rays and blood test, and interpret and act on results to aid diagnosis and the management plans of patients.
3.To work as an autonomous, extended scope practitioner within the MSK clinic team providing a high standard of specialist assessment and triage of musculoskeletal patients including the appropriate referral to investigations including imaging. Using evidence-based principles / current best practice and expert specialist skills and clinical reasoning to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
4.Deliver programmes of supported patient self-management, in ways that facilitate behavioural change, optimise individuals' physical activity, mobility, fulfilment of personal goals and independence, and that minimise the need for pharmacological interventions.
5.To provide a highly skilled physiotherapy assessment, education, advice and treatment service to outpatients referred by DHC consultants. Patient conditions will include musculoskeletal conditions (including post-operative orthopaedics) arthritic conditions, and patients presenting with acute, chronic and or complex spinal pain.
6.To participate in the departments ongoing audit and appropriate work-related research/ evaluation projects in areas relevant to the clinical field.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a mixed primary and secondary care role working across:
- First Contact Physiotherapy in Primary care
- Extended Scope Practitioner within the MSK clinic
- Consultant referral Outpatient Physiotherapy Service
Job Purpose:
1.Provide clinical expertise, acting as first-contact physiotherapist and making decisions about the best course of action for patients' care (including in relation to undifferentiated conditions). This will involve seeing patients, without prior contact with their GP, in order to establish a rapid and accurate diagnosis and management plan.
2.Progress and request investigations to facilitate diagnosis and choice of treatment regime, understanding the information limitations derived from these and the relative sensitivity and specificity of particular tests diagnostic services such as x-rays and blood test, and interpret and act on results to aid diagnosis and the management plans of patients.
3.To work as an autonomous, extended scope practitioner within the MSK clinic team providing a high standard of specialist assessment and triage of musculoskeletal patients including the appropriate referral to investigations including imaging. Using evidence-based principles / current best practice and expert specialist skills and clinical reasoning to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
4.Deliver programmes of supported patient self-management, in ways that facilitate behavioural change, optimise individuals' physical activity, mobility, fulfilment of personal goals and independence, and that minimise the need for pharmacological interventions.
5.To provide a highly skilled physiotherapy assessment, education, advice and treatment service to outpatients referred by DHC consultants. Patient conditions will include musculoskeletal conditions (including post-operative orthopaedics) arthritic conditions, and patients presenting with acute, chronic and or complex spinal pain.
6.To participate in the departments ongoing audit and appropriate work-related research/ evaluation projects in areas relevant to the clinical field.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of highly specialized MSK treatment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft and GP IT systems, alongside prescribing data monitoring systems.
- Experience of contributing to service delivery involving evidence led practice and delivery in a changing environment.
- Delivery of a range of treatments.
- Ability to demonstrate leadership.
Desirable
- Working towards advanced clinical practitioner status.
- Previous supervisory experience.
- Experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills.
Analytical and communication skills
Essential
- Able to understand and analyse complex issues and balance competing priorities in order to make difficult clinical decisions.
- Support individual patient care by an ability to analyse and interpret complex clinical, often incomplete information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend an appropriate course of action to address the issues.
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a primary care setting.
- Evidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care.
- Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively.
- Ability to negotiate effectively within the MDT or across a range of services/providers.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc degree in Physiotherapy.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professional Council.
- Can demonstrate working at Level 7 (within the ACP framework) capability in MSK related areas of practice or equivalent (such as advanced assessment diagnosis and treatment).
- Completed stage 1 of the HEE FCP MSK Roadmap to practice.
Desirable
- MSc degree in Physiotherapy.
- Completed or working towards a supplementary prescribing qualification / non-medical prescribing qualification.
Other
Essential
- Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multitask as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated.
- Demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered.
- High degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility.
- Ability to cope with unpredictable situations.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of Microsoft and GP IT systems, alongside prescribing data monitoring systems.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of highly specialized MSK treatment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft and GP IT systems, alongside prescribing data monitoring systems.
- Experience of contributing to service delivery involving evidence led practice and delivery in a changing environment.
- Delivery of a range of treatments.
- Ability to demonstrate leadership.
Desirable
- Working towards advanced clinical practitioner status.
- Previous supervisory experience.
- Experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills.
Analytical and communication skills
Essential
- Able to understand and analyse complex issues and balance competing priorities in order to make difficult clinical decisions.
- Support individual patient care by an ability to analyse and interpret complex clinical, often incomplete information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend an appropriate course of action to address the issues.
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a primary care setting.
- Evidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care.
- Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively.
- Ability to negotiate effectively within the MDT or across a range of services/providers.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc degree in Physiotherapy.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professional Council.
- Can demonstrate working at Level 7 (within the ACP framework) capability in MSK related areas of practice or equivalent (such as advanced assessment diagnosis and treatment).
- Completed stage 1 of the HEE FCP MSK Roadmap to practice.
Desirable
- MSc degree in Physiotherapy.
- Completed or working towards a supplementary prescribing qualification / non-medical prescribing qualification.
Other
Essential
- Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multitask as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated.
- Demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered.
- High degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility.
- Ability to cope with unpredictable situations.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of Microsoft and GP IT systems, alongside prescribing data monitoring systems.
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).
