An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner (APP) to join our clinical team at the Practice Plus Group MSK & Spinal Service, Lincolnshire on a permanent part-time or full-time basis. We provide a specialist rapid access outpatient clinical assessment and treatment service for patients presenting with both peripheral and spinal musculoskeletal conditions. You will work closely with our experienced clinical team, this includes the Clinical Operations Manager, Clinical Lead, and a team of 10 Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners. You will also have the opportunity to work with our Orthopaedic Consultants.
We currently operate within 7 existing health centres and hospitals throughout Lincolnshire and we are developing further clinics throughout the region. We have clinics in Lincoln, Louth, Skegness, and Boston. Depending on your hours, you may need to travel between these locations, so having a full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle is essential. Expenses for travel will be covered.
Main duties of the job
Within this job, you will be responsible for:
* Managing a case load of spinal and peripheral patients with varying diagnoses and/or highly complex needs using evidence-based and/or patient-centred principles.
* Be responsible for organising appropriate diagnostic workups for patients and referring them to an appropriate secondary care service when indicated.
* Working closely with the Clinical Lead and Clinical Operations Manager to achieve the service targets, including supporting clinical education and audit within the service.
* Acting as a source of expertise in the management of the service by providing advice to patients and other healthcare professionals, GPs, and Consultants.
* Performing steroid injections as appropriate.
About us
You will be a qualified HCPC physiotherapist; peripheral joint/soft tissue injection qualification is desirable but not essential. In addition, you will:
* Have completed some MSc modules or completed an MSc in Physiotherapy.
* Have recognised/validated orthopaedic musculoskeletal postgraduate training.
* Have a full UK Driving License.
* Access to your own transport.
* Previous experience of orthopaedic triage.
* This is a part-time or full-time permanent role.
We can offer a flexible working week with condensed hours if required.
What you can expect in return:
* Salary of up to £57,750 per annum depending on experience.
* No on-call or compulsory weekend work to allow for a strong work-life balance.
* An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.
* Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments.
* Expenses for travel will be covered.
* The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development.
* Varied career development opportunities.
To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contact sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com in our friendly resourcing team.
We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed.
Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information, please request a copy of the full job description from sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* A qualified Physiotherapist with a valid HCPC pin number.
* Working towards or has completed an MSc in Physiotherapy.
* Have recognised/validated orthopaedic musculoskeletal postgraduate training.
* Have a full UK Driving License and access to your own transport.
* Previous experience of orthopaedic triage.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
Langton House, Lindum Business Park
Station Road
North Hykeham
Lincolnshire
LN6 3FE
Employer's website
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/
£42,000 to £57,750 a year, Up to £57,750 per annum depending on experience.
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