MSK Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist
7 months ago
Job overview
Berkshire Healthcare are seeking organised and motivated candidates for MSK Physiotherapy Clinical Specialist roles based at West Berkshire Community Hospital or Bath Road (Reading) We have 2 x 1 Year part time posts available (30/31 hours) and these will be offered as a fixed term contract for external candidates or a secondment (with potential to progress to a substantive role) for internal candidates.
We receive a wide variety of referrals from GP surgeries, orthopaedic clinics and from the Trusts Specialist Spinal/Pain Service and MSK Community Specialist Service. You will be accountable for the clinical leadership and supervision of an excellent clinical team ranging from Bands 3 – 6 as well as being involved in the development of our rehabilitation pathways. You will also work closely with our team leads and Advanced Practice Physiotherapists (APPs) within Berkshire Healthcare to deliver a first class and seamless service to our patients.
This role requires a dynamic and enthusiastic person with excellent communication skills, who has experience of collaborative working. You should have a broad range of musculoskeletal outpatient postgraduate experience as a senior musculoskeletal physiotherapist and should also be able to demonstrate an advanced level of clinical skill and reasoning.
Main duties of the job
To provide the clinical leadership for the MSK Physiotherapy Team To manage your own independent caseload To work with the Team Lead to co-ordinate the overall management of the service To work collaboratively with the Integrated Pain and Spinal Service and MSK Community Specialist Service to provide seamless and effective care
Working for our organisation
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you’ll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutionsWe welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
Flexible working options to support work-life balance. 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave. Free parking across Trust sites
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The “must haves” for you to be considered for this role:
To work as a clinical specialist practitioner to provide a high quality, responsive outpatient physiotherapy service for adults & children with musculoskeletal & orthopaedic conditions To provide a high standard of physiotherapy assessment, treatment and caseload management To be responsible for the supervision and education of Band 5 and 6 physiotherapists, technical instructors, work experience students and physiotherapy students. To take the lead on driving forward the clinical development of the service.For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips – see the help with your application document attached once you click apply.
If you’re someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC Registration
Desirable criteria
CSP membership Membership of relevant Special Interest Group
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
Evidence of CPD in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field / reflective practice in this clinical field.
Desirable criteria
MSc or formal post-graduate qualification in relevant to specialist field or equivalent Post-graduate management / Leadership course
Previous Experience
Essential criteria
Ability to demonstrate substantial relevant experience working as a senior musculoskeletal physiotherapist Substantial experience of supervision and appraising staff Demonstrate a high level of clinical reasoning skills Experience of complex case management
Desirable criteria
Evidence of contribution to service development initiatives
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
Sound knowledge of Physiotherapy in the relevant area Knowledge of this post and Trust Excellent Presentation Skills Self-directed learning Knowledge of Problem solving & Critical Appraisal Ability to work independently Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments Understanding of clinical governance and its relevance to this clinical area Demonstrates clinical leadership skills Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner. Good interpersonal skills Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate Competent IT skills Drive and enthusiasm for clinical excellence and clinical development Exceptional time management Flexible and Adaptable Able to maintain judgement under pressure Demonstrate appropriate use of initiative Ability to contribute positively to team working / team morale. Willingness to take directions / constructive criticism
Desirable criteria
Understanding national policies /guidelines relevant to the area Evidence of knowledge and participation in Audit and Research
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
Ability to travel between multiple sites
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
Occupational health clearance Criminal Records Bureau clearanceBerkshire Healthcare helps people manage their health in their local area, through a range of specialist and community services across the county. We promote independence and quality of life through community and mental health services and aim for seamless delivery of the best care in the right place. We get to know communities and the people in them so we can deliver the best services that meet their health needs.
Our team of 4,300 staff provide specialist mental health and community health services to a population of around 900,000 within Berkshire. We provide healthcare to people in their own homes and from different sites across the county.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Appointment to any position is conditional on the satisfactory completion of the core NHS Employment Checks Standards. Information disclosed in your application will be checked and any offer of appointment may be withdrawn if you knowingly withhold information or provide false or misleading information.
Please ensure your application is submitted with a valid email address for your referees in order to minimise delays in the recruitment process. Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email, therefore applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly.
Applicants are advised that as a result of the high level of response we receive for some of our vacancies, we may expire any of them prior to the advertised closing date.
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust is committed to improving the health of its staff, patients and the wider community by providing a smoke free environment. A smoke free policy is in operation and smoking is not permitted on any of the Trust’s sites.
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