Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Band 5 – Rotation

Job overview

We’re looking for an exceptional Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our MSK Team on a musculoskeletal (MSK) rotation. This band 5 Rotation is able to offer newly registered physiotherapists who have a specialist interest in MSK, a range of clinical experiences. The main rotations are of 6 months duration and cover the following specialisms:

• MSK Physiotherapy
• MSK Hand Therapy
• MSK Foot and Ankle Biomechanics
• MSK Continence Physiotherapy

The successful a candidate will provide a high quality, patient centred and innovative service, assisting the team with the treatment of patients with a wide range of MSK conditions across the 4 specialisms.

We provide comprehensive in-service training as part of our Preceptorship programme for newly qualified staff, as well as peer supervision and dedicated slots for more experienced staff.

Flexible hours are an option for this role. Work bases will vary on need across the Norwich, South and West Norfolk localities. Applicants must be prepared to travel across sites as service needs.

We look forward to meeting you at interview.

Main duties of the job

To contribute in the delivery of high standards of health care to patients with MSK conditions in clinics, by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating packages of care.

Formulate and execute individualised management and treatment plans for patients with MSK conditions, in collaboration with other agencies and the patient, utilising a range of treatment skills within the specialisms of MSK Physiotherapy, MSK Hand Therapy, Continence and Foot and Ankle Biomechanics.

Assessments and treatments will take the form of face to face consultations, or on occasion virtually if the patient chooses to, which enhances patient access to our services

To work with all health care professionals and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our services users.

Work when needed in a variety of locations to meet the needs of the service.

Working for our organisation

The MSK clinical team comprises of Orthopaedic Clinical Specialists

(MATS ) , Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Podiatrists and MSK Assistant Practitioners. We also provide First Contact Practitioners from within our overall MSK structure. We work out of various venues, including; health centres; GP surgeries; community hospitals; and leisure centres.

Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To undertake comprehensive specialist assessment of musculoskeletal patients with a variety of musculoskeletal presentations using clinical reasoning skills and inform the development of a differential diagnosis. Assessments and treatments will take the form of face to face or virtual consultations to enhance patient access to our services

Formulate and execute individualised physiotherapy management and treatment plans for patients with MSK conditions, in collaboration with other agencies and the patient, utilising a range of treatment skills within the specialisms of MSK Physiotherapy, MSK Hand Therapy, Continence and Foot and Ankle Biomechanics.

Full details can be found within the attached job description.

Person specification

Qualifications

• BSc or post-graduate MSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Current HCPC registration

• Clinical Educators course
• Membership of CSP

Experience

• MSK Placement at Undergraduate Level within the NHS or experience of working within the general MSK field within the NHS
• Broad range of core clinical experience at pre-registration or if applicable post registration
• Demonstrates ability to be an effective member of a team
• Can demonstrate ability to problem solve in clinical setting

• Previous work experience

Skills Abilities and Knowledge

• Variety of student placements undertaken
• Good Time Management
• Can work flexibly to accommodate patient / service needs
• Demonstrates ability to apply skills across various clinical settings/applications
• Demonstrates an understanding of evidence based practice and clinical audit
• Ability to prioritise work effectively
• Can manage change to different rotations
• Demonstrates commitment to continuing professional development/lifelong learning
• Well developed problem solving skills

• Ability to use own initiative
• Good observational and reporting skills
• Evidence of MSK courses undertaken
• Able to provide high standards of care

Communication

• Clear and concise English written and verbal skills
• Excellent communication skills

• Empathy and sensitivity
• Tact and Diplomacy

Personal and People Development

• Ability to work within a team alongside peers, senior staff and non-registered colleagues

Other

• Ability to travel to all rotation sites.
• Must hold a full driving licence valid in the UK or be able to make own travelling arrangements to fulfil the duties of the post
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• The ability to: Kneel, bend, stoop and work in cramped environments

Personal attributes/behaviours

• Flexible approach to service needs
• Adaptable to change
• Able to work under own initiative
• Good knowledge/awareness of self
• Flexible approach to career pathways
• Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Genuine desire to gain broad experience and a commitment to the MSK rotation