An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our excellent dynamic out-patient Physiotherapy teamsThe role will involve assessing and treating out-patients referred by T+O, GP and self-referrals giving the post holder exposure to a wide and varied caseload. The post can involve group work in the gym and hydrotherapy. There is also opportunity to develop into FCP roles within the team and learn from our highly experience members. The department works closely with orthopeadic clinics and spinal clinics which brings great expertise to the team.We are an innovative and outward looking department and this is a fantastic role for those looking to expand their clinical portfolio, is highly rewarding and will enable the successful candidate to work within a service that prides itself on quality and putting the patient first.(Band 6-7 development roles considered), To deliver advanced Physiotherapy assessment, advice and treatment of patients and act as a source of expertise to fellow clinicians, Trust managers, Healthcare Professionals and other services internal and external to the Trust as required.
To lead in the advanced therapeutic assessment, management and treatment of MSK patients, possibly with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions including pain and rheumatology to develop and deliver an individualised specialist treatment programme
To work under the supervision of Consultants in clinic settings as/if required and to assist in the 18 week targets. Site of working will be flexible based on the service need (A main site will be identified). To work as part of the FCP service delivered by the MSK outpatients team.
To lead in training and development of clinical practice and service. To undertake clinical audits and evaluation of evidence based practice, initiating/participating in research within specialist area.
To use a high degree of analytical skills and judgment to plan, develop and implement strategic and operational management and delivery of the therapy service, in collaboration with Lead therapist and Managers.
To manage, supervise and appraise staff and students within the specialist area
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Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
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