Advanced Physiotherapist Practitioner

Advanced Physiotherapist Practitioner (APP)An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner (APP) to join our clinical team at the Practice Plus Group MSK & Spinal Service, Lincolnshire on apermanent full or part time basis. We provide a specialist rapid access outpatient clinical assessment and treatment service for patients presenting with both peripheral and spinal musculoskeletal conditions. You will work closely with our experienced clinical team, this includes the Clinical Operations Manager, Clinical Lead and a team of 9 Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners. You will also have the opportunity to work with our Orthopaedic Consultants.We currently operate within seven existing health centres and hospitals throughout Lincolnshire and we are developing further locations throughout the region. We have clinics in Lincoln (North Hykeham), Louth, Skegness and Boston. Depending on your hours, you maybe asked to travel between these locations, so having a full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle is essential. Expenses for travel will be covered.Main duties of the jobWithin this job, you will be responsible for:Managing a case load of spinal and peripheral patients with varying diagnosis and/or highly complex needs using evidence based and/or patientcentredprinciples.Be responsible for organising appropriate diagnostic workup for patients and referring them to a suitable secondary care service when indicated.Working closely with the Clinical Lead and Clinical Operations Manager to achieve service targets, including supporting clinical education and audit.Acting as a source of expertise, by providing advice to patients and other healthcare professionals, GPs and ConsultantsIf appropriately qualified, perform steroid injections as appropriateAbout usYou will be a qualified HCPC physiotherapist, peripheral joint/soft tissue injection qualification is desirable, not essential, in addition you will;Have a full UK Driving LicenseAccess to your own transportPrevious experience in orthopaedic triage, APP or First Contact Practitioner roles5 years experience including MSK and outpatient rolesThis is a full-time or part-time permanent role;up to 37.5 hours per week availableWe can offer a flexible working week with condensed hours if required.What you can expect in return:A full-time equivalent salary of up to £59,750 per annum depending on experienceNo on-call or compulsory weekend work to allow for a strong work life balanceAn extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefitsFlexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitmentsExpenses for work related travelThe support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional developmentInjection therapy training support (if appropriate)Funding for external trainingTo apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contactsarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.comin our friendly resourcing team.We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed.Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks.Job responsibilitiesFor further information, please review the attached job description or contact sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.comPerson SpecificationQualificationsQualified HCPC physiotherapist,Have a full UK Driving LicenseAccess to your own transportPrevious experience in orthopaedic triage, APP or First Contact Practitioner roles5 years experience including MSK and outpatient rolesPeripheral joint/soft tissue injection qualification is desirable, not essentialDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Depending on experienceSalary up to £59,750 pa depending on hours and experience #J-18808-Ljbffr