Advanced Physiotherapy Specialist

2 weeks ago


Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Full time
Job Title: Advanced Physiotherapy Specialist

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Advanced Physiotherapy Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will work alongside our existing team of Clinical Specialists, LSP clinical lead, and wider neurosurgical and pain multidisciplinary teams.

The role involves undertaking advanced assessments, investigations, and appropriate onward referrals of spinal patients referred by GPs to the service. The post holder will also be responsible for training to allow proven competency in any 'extended scope of practice' required.

The Lumbar Spine Pathway forms part of the Plymouth Back Pain pathway for patients in Plymouth and some surrounding areas.

Main Duties:
  • Undertake advanced assessments and investigations of spinal patients
  • Provide treatment, management advice, and education to patients with a range of acute and chronic clinical presentations
  • Collaborate with colleagues in MSK physiotherapy, Chronic Pain Management teams, Radiology, and other specialist secondary care services
  • Work as part of the spinal surgical teams to discuss cases and decide on further management options
Person Specification:
  • BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent
  • Postgraduate Masters degree relevant to the speciality
  • HCPC registration
  • Proven evidence of postgraduate training in MSK conditions


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