Musculoskeletal (MSK) Advanced Practitioner
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic MSK clinician who is proactive and forward-thinking to take on a general musculoskeletal advanced practice role. You should be able to demonstrate excellent communication, clinical, and organisational skills.
The MSK CATS provides triage and assessment for spinal and peripheral joint MSK conditions that have not responded to first line conservative treatment/management. The role involves working both independently and alongside our team of orthopaedic/musculoskeletal Advanced Practitioners and our wider consultant team within community and hospital locations throughout the London borough of Croydon to deliver high quality, evidence-based care. This includes electronic, virtual, and face-to-face assessments and triage, including requesting diagnostic investigations. As a key member of the MDT, you will work closely with secondary care colleagues and the wider MSK community including GPs, FCPs, and physiotherapists.
Support and training will be provided by our experienced MSK team and secondary care consultants. You will be actively involved in clinical governance and participate in education opportunities. Support in obtaining post-graduate qualifications in injection therapy, non-medical prescribing, and diagnostic ultrasound will be considered, depending on service needs and personal development plans alongside the opportunity to work towards Health Education England Advanced Practice Accreditation.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is a specialist autonomous Musculoskeletal (MSK) advanced practitioner, responsible for the expert clinical assessment and management of patients with a range of musculoskeletal conditions, within a clinic setting, using a high level of clinical assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
They will carry out the triage of musculoskeletal referrals from Primary Care (GPs, FCPs, Physiotherapists, and other allied health professionals) to T&O, in line with evidenced based pathways/ECI criteria ensuring the correct management strategy is adopted for each patient from receipt of referral.
They will be responsible for the assessment and management of both routine and complex pathologies including requests for supporting diagnostic tests and onward referral for specialist opinion, and form close working relationships with the Consultants and multi-disciplinary team (MDT). They will act as a clinical resource and provide evidenced based management of patients which may include the use of advanced skills, where appropriate, such as injection therapy, non-medical prescribing (NMP), and diagnostic ultrasound.
They will lead or be involved in the implementation of evidence-based practice, research, and audit. The post holder will provide specialist input into the Trust clinical governance agenda, influencing practice and innovation, to drive service development.
About us
Working at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is both challenging and fulfilling. You'll meet some of the most engaging and stimulating people in London who will push you to develop your skills, learn something new and reward you in equal measure.
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is a modern healthcare organisation providing acute and community health services across the borough of Croydon. Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres, and in people's homes.
If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself, and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Professional registration
* Registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Experience & education
* Experience and education equivalent to master's level
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
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