Job Summary
12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.
We are looking for an experienced MSK outpatient physiotherapist with a holistic approach to patient care that adopts the core values of MSE Hospitals.
The successful individual will be specialised in advanced musculoskeletal skills assessing and treating patients with complex pathology. They will have experience in leading a team, service development and project management. They would also have experience of multidisciplinary working and be a role model for the department, working with the Clinical and Operational Managers on workforce and service planning.
Main duties of the job
This post creates a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to work within a busy outpatient physiotherapy department, assessing and treating patients with musculoskeletal conditions.
Patients will be referred to the service from their General Practitioners or a variety of members of the multidisciplinary team. They may have been assessed and triaged through our clinical assessment and triage service (CATS) or be direct referrals from the orthopaedic wards.
About Us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Date posted
18 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 a year Per annum (Pro rata for part time)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
390-CSS-SO-9521
Job locations
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For full details of this role please see the attached job description, however key responsibilities of the role are:
* To maintain a clinical caseload of MSK patients.
* To undertake clinics at satellite GP practices in line with service requirements.
* To refer for x-rays and scans as clinically indicated.
* To review results for investigations and escalate as appropriate.
* To actively participate in junior staff supervision, in-service training and team meetings.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy
* Evidence of relevant post graduate courses
* HCPC registered
Desirable
* Clinical educator training
* Leadership qualification
Knowledge & Experience Essential
* Extensive post graduate experience
* Experience supervising band 5 and 6 staff, students and assistants
* Excellent clinical skills
* Experience in the NHS
Desirable
* Knowledge of local resources
* Experience working in spinal clinics
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Southend, Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff on Sea, SS0 0RY
Employer's website: https://www.mse.nhs.uk
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