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Job summary

If you are an MSKPhysiotherapist currently working at band 5 and you are seeking a role whereyou will be assessing and treating a varied caseload of patients and deliveringMSK clinics within the community, you might be exactly who we're looking for

Healthshare is oneof the leading Healthcare providers in the UK. We provide NHS Physiotherapy,Orthopaedic, Rheumatology, MSK Podiatry and Pain Management Services across 19CCGs nationwide.

The successfulcandidate will have excellent communisation skills as well as an in-depthunderstanding of MSK Physiotherapy. They must have a flexible, adaptable andinnovative approach to work and be able to proactively deliver results.

The right candidatewill be a HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist with a BSc in Physiotherapy.You will be expected to maintain your own electronic patient records(SystmOne), actively participate in clinical teaching and in-service trainingsessions, deliver a high standard of patient-centred clinical care, possess afriendly and approachable attitude and apply outstanding team-working,communication and organisational skills to your daily practice.

Main duties of the job

To assess, diagnose, plan and implement therapy programmes from a clinical options for an individual caseload. To participate in the discharge planning process. To plan and organise activity with appropriate time scheduling in order to complete all clinical andadministrative duties including statistical record keeping. To be responsible for the correct and safe use of the physical environment including equipment and to be responsible for the allocation of these resources.

About us

We're an independent healthcare provider, with established roots in muscular-skeletal health and diagnostics, founded by expert NHS clinicians who recognised a way to improve things.

Our approach means that whether it's speed, flexibility, efficiency or quality, every aspect has been carefully considered to surpass expectations. This is why we've been a trusted partner of the NHS for over ten years, and the provider of choice for countless private patients.

We work with integrity. When it comes to collaboratively delivering care, relationships are key. Whether we're interacting with each other, our partners or our patients, we're always open and honest. Every key decision is based on clear process and informed by evidence.

We act with empathy. Everyone who is here, is here because they care about people. We always try and put ourselves in the shoes of whomever we're interacting with and treat people with compassion and consideration.

We inspire with passion. It's hard work, but we absolutely love what we do. There's no room for a half-hearted approach to healthcare, it requires dedication, and that's what everyone here has. A Healthshare employee is enthusiastic, with a verve and panache that inspires others around them.

Benefits:

25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) Private Healthcare (Employer paid) Company Pension Scheme Life Assurance Blue Light Card Refer a Friend Scheme Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

Toassess, diagnose, plan and implement therapy programmes from a clinical optionsfor an individual caseload. To participate in the discharge planning process. Todemonstrate highly developed physical skills inclusive of dexterity,co-ordination and sensory skills to carry out physiotherapy assessment andinterventions including manual physiotherapy techniques and therapeutichandling. Towork as an autonomous practitioner to be professionally and legally responsibleand accountable for all aspects of your own clinical and non-clinical activityassociated with individual patient care. Toplan and organise activity with appropriate time scheduling in order tocomplete all clinical and administrative duties including statistical recordkeeping. To be responsible for clinical record keeping in accordance with thephysiotherapy guidelines for documentation and legal requirements. To beresponsible for the correct and safe use of the physical environment includingequipment and to be responsible for the allocation of these resources. Tocontribute towards the provision of flexible and timely services which willinclude working across a 6 day week. Toattend mandatory training and to adhere to all Healthsahre policies andprocedures as they pertain to personnel, health & safety and child, elderprotection issues and continuing health care needs. To participateand contribute to all activities associated with physiotherapy clinics inresponse to current trends and changes within the health service. Toachieve effective communication with managers and colleagues both within thespecialism in relation to service need and clinical issues incorporating participationin multi professional meetings

Communication

Tocommunicate with clients and their carers, information regarding diagnosis,treatment plans and expected goals. Tocommunicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable format topatients, carers Health, Safety and Security To maintain safe clinical practicein diagnosis and treatment and report any incidents, accidents and near missesin accordance with the Healthshare Incident Policy. To ensure own safety and the safetyof all others within the working environment and comply with all Healthsharepolicies and procedures to protect the health, safety and welfare of anyoneaffected by the Healthshares business. To ensure that equipment providedfor the protection of health and safety is maintained and used appropriatelyand comply with emergency procedures relevant to your practice. To attendall Mandatory Training with regard to fire, health and safety, manual handlingand control of infection

Quality and clinical Governance

As a term of youremployment within Healthshare, you can berequired to undertake such other duties commensurate with your grade / band and/ or hours of work at your initial place of work or at any other of theorganisations establishments, as may be reasonably required of you. Healthshare staffare responsible for protecting themselves and others against infection risks.All staff regardless of whether clinical or not are expected to comply withcurrent infection control policies and procedures and to report any problemswith regard to this to their managers. All staff undertaking patient care activitiesmust attend infection control training and updates as required by Healthshare. All employees are required to actin such a way that at all times their actions safeguards the health andwell-being of children and vulnerable adults. Familiarisation with andadherence to Healthshares Safeguarding Children and Adult policiesis an essential requirement for all employees as is the participation inrelated mandatory/statutory safeguarding training. All of the above activities aregoverned by the operational policies, standing financial instructions, policiesand procedures and standards of Healthshare, aswell as legislation and professional standards and guidelines. Post-holders are required tocontribute to the organisations performance against those aspects of theAssurance and Regulatory Frameworks pertaining to their role and to supplyevidence of compliance with standards/targets. This jobdescription is intended as a guide and may be amended in discussion with thepost holder to meet changing demands within the service and physiotherapydepartment. Person Specification

Personal attributes

Essential

Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities Ability to maintain high levels of concentration Current driving licence or ability to meet the travel requirements of the post

Desirable

Evidence of maintaining a healthy life style. Car Driver /owner

Qualifications

Essential

BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent HCPC & CSP Registration CPD relevant to MSK Basic IT skills

Desirable

Previous MSK experience

Experience

Essential

Experience in core competencies within musculoskeletal, neurology and respiratory care at an undergraduate level Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings

Attitude

Essential

A proactive ability to represent the profession Commitment, motivation and adaptability

Knowledge

Essential

Up to date knowledge of professional practice An understanding of legal responsibilities within the profession Good verbal and written communication Ability to organise and prioritise

Desirable

Innovative approach to working life Able to use own initiatives Intermediate IT skills Presentational skills

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