Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and self motivated physiotherapist with extensive MSK experience to join our dynamic outpatient MSK team at Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust. The successful applicant with be proficient and confident in the delivery of evidence-based assessments and treatments for a wide variety of MSK conditions. We are seeking to employ someone who possesses extensive knowledge and experience working with lower limb injuries. The role will require the candidate to work to a high level in assessing and providing care for patients with lower limb pathologies including both trauma and elective presentations from acute injury to longer term complex management cases. The successful applicant will be a proactive and highly motivated individual with a strong commitment to their own continuing and professional development, both clinically and in terms of leadership. They will demonstrate the ability to adapt to new challenges whilst maintaining quality care and fostering innovation within the team Main duties of the job Describe What the candidate will do : The successful candidate will be responsible for their own complex clinical caseload and will be available to support more junior colleagues and students. Leading clinical reasoning sessions, in-service training, developmental joint supervision sessions and supporting staff questions will be an expectation of the role. Furthermore, supporting the team on the operational side of the MSK physiotherapy service to ensure its successful delivery of high-quality care. This will include appropriate triaging, attending service meetings and liaising with adult therapies administrative team with some operational responsibilities. The successful candidate will be accountable to the clinical service manager and will be supported with regular one to one discussions and appraisal opportunities. Service development, project and research opportunities will be available as part of the role. The work is physically and mentally demanding but brings enormous rewards when you see patients progressing through challenging circumstances. Teamwork is paramount, both within the physiotherapy team and with other members of the multi-disciplinary team. About us The MSK Outpatient service at Leeds Teaching Hospital receives referrals from our dedicated elective care centre, trauma services including our major trauma centre alongside being key in supporting the MSK health of the trust workforce through the staff service. As a supportive innovative team we are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our vision of providing outstanding care. Our values at Leeds are to always be patient-centred, fair, collaborative, accountable and empowered with the Leeds Improvement Method underpinning these values. Leeds is an exciting, vibrant city offering a fantastic work- life balance, outstanding professional development opportunities and a supportive encouraging MDT that continually strives to patients at the core of what we do. This is an exciting role and we look forward to hearing from you. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions. Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9298-ATH-376 Job locations St. James's University Hospital Beckett Street Leeds LS9 7TF Job description Job responsibilities To perform the advanced physiotherapeutic assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients within this specialist field who may have complex physical and psychological conditions and / or chronic presentation. He / She will play a key role in the development implementation and evaluation of specialist physiotherapy rehabilitation programmes and packages of care. As an experienced physiotherapist the job holder will assist in co-ordinating the activities of the team ensuring efficient and effective service provision. He / She will be required to ensure effective communication is maintained at all times, whilst providing training, supervision and clinical expertise to qualified and unqualified staff and students. As a lead clinician in this specialist, the job holder will act as a role model to the physiotherapy team, promoting quality evidence based practice, developing the physiotherapy team and contributing to the effective management of the team in the absence of the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager. 3. JOB DIMENSIONS The post holder will be responsible for managing their own individual caseload which will be varied and on occasions require prioritisation to best meet the service demands. To undertake all aspects of work as an autonomous practitioner within the specialist field He / She will be required to support the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager in the day to day management of this team of physiotherapists, support staff and students. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Degree or equivalent Attendance on relevant post graduate courses Experience Extensive post graduate experience working at a senior level in this clinical field Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing, and therapy and management colleagues Skills Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing within a unit and multi professional team Ability to prioritise, organise and allocate workload Ability to teach, supervise and assess qualified, unqualified staff and students Time management skills Clinical leadership Knowledge Sound knowledge of clinical speciality acquired through in depth experience and / or academic study to post graduate level or equivalent Working knowledge of current professional issues and those influencing the NHS Standards of professional practice Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work independently or as part of a team 8. CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS Established clinical expertise Teaching skills with ability to use various media Communication skills Time management skills Team player Professional Understanding of the process of change Research conscious 9. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING An understanding of the organisational structure and working practices of this organisation with regard to the provision of high quality physiotherapy services to this specialist area To have a working knowledge of and be guided by broad professional / clinical policies and standards e.g. those set by Charted Society of Physiotherapy, the Health Professionals Council and the National Institute for Clinical Excellence. 9. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Clinical To be professional and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own relating to the assessment and treatment of patients in your care undertaking clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. To undertake the comprehensive assessment and treatment of patients including those with diverse / complex / multi pathological presentation. This will necessitate the use of advanced investigative and analytical skills to formulate an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan from a range of options. Using advanced investigative and analytical skills to formulate individualised management and treatment plans. To accept clinical responsibility for designated caseload of patients within this specialist field and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time. To develop and deliver the physiotherapy element of the rehabilitation programme, and on occasion to deliver some elements normally undertaken by nursing or occupational therapy colleagues. To be active member of the out of hours service. The working pattern will require flexibility including seven days working to ensure safe and effective service provision. Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress treatment and rehabilitation programmes. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding, communication or have challenging behaviour. Ability to work in a stressful environment imparting complex information regarding poor rehabilitation prognosis on a daily basis. Ability to deal effectively with emotional and / or aggressive patients and / or carers on a daily basis this will necessitate the use of developed communications skills e.g. the ability to negotiate, motivate and reassure. Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the knowledge to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management and support more junior staff to do likewise. Formulate and deliver specialised physiotherapy treatment programmes based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment options e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise classes, electrotherapy techniques and other alternative options. To represent the physiotherapy service and / or individual patients at multi-disciplinary team meetings, to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service and integration of physiotherapy treatment. This will include discussion of patient care, patient progress and involvement in discharge planning. In the absence of the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager to represent the trust externally (locally, regionally and nationally) regarding physiotherapy services provided to the group patients. Education and Training To provide spontaneous and planned specialist advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy, and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care. To effectively communicate complex clinical information with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of their condition. To be an active member of the in-service training programme. You will be responsible for the provision of specialist teaching to peers and juniors on a range of subjects through the delivery of in-service training sessions, tutorials, individual training sessions, external courses and peer review. To co-ordinate and deliver core training within the speciality to qualified and unqualified physiotherapy staff and students. To train, supervise and performances manage more junior staff, technical instructors, assistants and students on a daily basis. This will include the use of formal appraisal documentation. To provide daily support, guidance and training to more junior staff support workers and students assessing, evaluating and ensuring competence. To provide highly specialist advice, teaching and training to physiotherapy colleagues and other members of the MDT regarding the medical and physiotherapy management of this group of patients. Professional and Managerial Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence based practice in this specialist clinical field. As a senior member of the clinical team you will be required to ensure that you implement policy and service development changes and ensure that others do likewise. To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through continued professional development activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects your own personal development. To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service. This will include case conferences, ward rounds and discharge planning as appropriate. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraise and appraiser and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies. To regularly undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence based practice projects, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with colleagues. Make recommendations for change as appropriate. To demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk management and apply to work situation. To maintain own continuing professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, incorporating them as necessary into your work. To so supervise and co-ordinate physiotherapy staff within your area on a day to day basis. In the absence of the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager you may be required to participate in working parties developing policy changes within clinical support services which will impact on service users. To assist the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager and head of service in developing the strategic and operational management of the physiotherapy service provided to this specialist area. To regularly undertake the collection of data for use in service and research projects. To undertake research into specific areas of clinical practice and service delivery using a range of research initiatives making recommendations for change as appropriate. Job description Job responsibilities To perform the advanced physiotherapeutic assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients within this specialist field who may have complex physical and psychological conditions and / or chronic presentation. He / She will play a key role in the development implementation and evaluation of specialist physiotherapy rehabilitation programmes and packages of care. As an experienced physiotherapist the job holder will assist in co-ordinating the activities of the team ensuring efficient and effective service provision. He / She will be required to ensure effective communication is maintained at all times, whilst providing training, supervision and clinical expertise to qualified and unqualified staff and students. As a lead clinician in this specialist, the job holder will act as a role model to the physiotherapy team, promoting quality evidence based practice, developing the physiotherapy team and contributing to the effective management of the team in the absence of the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager. 3. JOB DIMENSIONS The post holder will be responsible for managing their own individual caseload which will be varied and on occasions require prioritisation to best meet the service demands. To undertake all aspects of work as an autonomous practitioner within the specialist field He / She will be required to support the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager in the day to day management of this team of physiotherapists, support staff and students. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Degree or equivalent Attendance on relevant post graduate courses Experience Extensive post graduate experience working at a senior level in this clinical field Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing, and therapy and management colleagues Skills Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing within a unit and multi professional team Ability to prioritise, organise and allocate workload Ability to teach, supervise and assess qualified, unqualified staff and students Time management skills Clinical leadership Knowledge Sound knowledge of clinical speciality acquired through in depth experience and / or academic study to post graduate level or equivalent Working knowledge of current professional issues and those influencing the NHS Standards of professional practice Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work independently or as part of a team 8. CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS Established clinical expertise Teaching skills with ability to use various media Communication skills Time management skills Team player Professional Understanding of the process of change Research conscious 9. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING An understanding of the organisational structure and working practices of this organisation with regard to the provision of high quality physiotherapy services to this specialist area To have a working knowledge of and be guided by broad professional / clinical policies and standards e.g. those set by Charted Society of Physiotherapy, the Health Professionals Council and the National Institute for Clinical Excellence. 9. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Clinical To be professional and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own relating to the assessment and treatment of patients in your care undertaking clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. To undertake the comprehensive assessment and treatment of patients including those with diverse / complex / multi pathological presentation. This will necessitate the use of advanced investigative and analytical skills to formulate an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan from a range of options. Using advanced investigative and analytical skills to formulate individualised management and treatment plans. To accept clinical responsibility for designated caseload of patients within this specialist field and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time. To develop and deliver the physiotherapy element of the rehabilitation programme, and on occasion to deliver some elements normally undertaken by nursing or occupational therapy colleagues. To be active member of the out of hours service. The working pattern will require flexibility including seven days working to ensure safe and effective service provision. Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress treatment and rehabilitation programmes. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding, communication or have challenging behaviour. Ability to work in a stressful environment imparting complex information regarding poor rehabilitation prognosis on a daily basis. Ability to deal effectively with emotional and / or aggressive patients and / or carers on a daily basis this will necessitate the use of developed communications skills e.g. the ability to negotiate, motivate and reassure. Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the knowledge to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management and support more junior staff to do likewise. Formulate and deliver specialised physiotherapy treatment programmes based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment options e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise classes, electrotherapy techniques and other alternative options. To represent the physiotherapy service and / or individual patients at multi-disciplinary team meetings, to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service and integration of physiotherapy treatment. This will include discussion of patient care, patient progress and involvement in discharge planning. In the absence of the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager to represent the trust externally (locally, regionally and nationally) regarding physiotherapy services provided to the group patients. Education and Training To provide spontaneous and planned specialist advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy, and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care. To effectively communicate complex clinical information with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of their condition. To be an active member of the in-service training programme. You will be responsible for the provision of specialist teaching to peers and juniors on a range of subjects through the delivery of in-service training sessions, tutorials, individual training sessions, external courses and peer review. To co-ordinate and deliver core training within the speciality to qualified and unqualified physiotherapy staff and students. To train, supervise and performances manage more junior staff, technical instructors, assistants and students on a daily basis. This will include the use of formal appraisal documentation. To provide daily support, guidance and training to more junior staff support workers and students assessing, evaluating and ensuring competence. To provide highly specialist advice, teaching and training to physiotherapy colleagues and other members of the MDT regarding the medical and physiotherapy management of this group of patients. Professional and Managerial Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence based practice in this specialist clinical field. As a senior member of the clinical team you will be required to ensure that you implement policy and service development changes and ensure that others do likewise. To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through continued professional development activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects your own personal development. To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service. This will include case conferences, ward rounds and discharge planning as appropriate. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraise and appraiser and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies. To regularly undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence based practice projects, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with colleagues. Make recommendations for change as appropriate. To demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk management and apply to work situation. To maintain own continuing professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, incorporating them as necessary into your work. To so supervise and co-ordinate physiotherapy staff within your area on a day to day basis. In the absence of the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager you may be required to participate in working parties developing policy changes within clinical support services which will impact on service users. To assist the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager and head of service in developing the strategic and operational management of the physiotherapy service provided to this specialist area. To regularly undertake the collection of data for use in service and research projects. To undertake research into specific areas of clinical practice and service delivery using a range of research initiatives making recommendations for change as appropriate. Person Specification Skills and Behaviours Essential Presentation skills using various media Forward thinking Able to maintain judgement under pressure Committed to personal and team development Motivated and enthusiastic Confident and able to take responsibility Experience Essential Post graduate clinical experience having worked at a senior level in relevant clinical field. Leadership experience Working knowledge of critical appraisal, audit and outcome measures Desirable Post graduate clinical experience having worked at a senior level across a number of MSK clinical specialities Supervisory skills Knowledge of research Presentation skills using various media Qualifications Essential Degree in physiotherapy or equivalent HCPC registration Desirable Member of CSP Relevant validated clinical courses Post graduate qualification appropriate to the speciality other Criteria Essential Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within formal and informal environments Contributes to the development of services provides leadership to ensure service provision to specified clinical areas Excellent communication skills Ability to cope working in a stressful environment including the ability to impact information on a daily basis regarding poor prognosis for rehabilitation. Able to deal with emotional or aggressive Ability to demonstrate and attention to detail Person Specification Skills and Behaviours Essential Presentation skills using various media Forward thinking Able to maintain judgement under pressure Committed to personal and team development Motivated and enthusiastic Confident and able to take responsibility Experience Essential Post graduate clinical experience having worked at a senior level in relevant clinical field. Leadership experience Working knowledge of critical appraisal, audit and outcome measures Desirable Post graduate clinical experience having worked at a senior level across a number of MSK clinical specialities Supervisory skills Knowledge of research Presentation skills using various media Qualifications Essential Degree in physiotherapy or equivalent HCPC registration Desirable Member of CSP Relevant validated clinical courses Post graduate qualification appropriate to the speciality other Criteria Essential Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within formal and informal environments Contributes to the development of services provides leadership to ensure service provision to specified clinical areas Excellent communication skills Ability to cope working in a stressful environment including the ability to impact information on a daily basis regarding poor prognosis for rehabilitation. Able to deal with emotional or aggressive Ability to demonstrate and attention to detail 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Leeds Teaching Hospitals Address St. James's University Hospital Beckett Street Leeds LS9 7TF Employer's website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)