Job summary Do you want to work for a Trust which values inclusivity? Invests in you with ongoing in-service training, development and supervision from expertly trained clinical specialists? Is at the start of a transformational journey where collaboration between sector partners is core business? Values and invests in YOU? We are looking for a Physiotherapist to join our Community Musculoskeletal Service to act as First Contact Physiotherapists working with one of our Primary Care Networks. Bay Medical Group operates across Morecambe and Heysham with approximately 53, 000 patients registered. The successful applicant will be working at Heysham site, working closely with the practice teams. You must have the ability to work and travel to various sites across the Trust independent of public transport. Main duties of the job This is an exciting development in the transformation of musculoskeletal services in the Morecambe Bay area. You will work closely with GP colleagues, community MSK physiotherapy team and the iMSK orthopaedic triage service to assess patients who have self-referred to GP practice-based Physiotherapy services. You must have a flexible approach to innovative practice including interfacing with other services as agreed. What will we offer you? A supportive team environment which values the input of the team A structured two-way appraisal process to support your ongoing development In-house recognition schemes A focus on employee involvement where your contribution is valued Encouragement for your professional development Opportunity to be part of our transformational programme of a fully integrated Musculoskeletal Service. Supported by a team of FCP's, GPs, consultant physiotherapist and access to a wider multidisciplinary network. Excellent location of our sites near the Lake District to support a healthy work-life balance. About us We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre. FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses. All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Date posted 04 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time Reference number 331-C13040125 Job locations Bay Medical Group - Heysham Middleton Way Heysham LA3 2LE Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) or PGD Physiotherapy HCPC registration Evidence of relevant post grad training or relevant experience Post reg clinical course/qualification in specialist area MSc or on a MSc pathway or equivalent relevant experience Desirable Advanced Communication skills MCSP Member of relevant SIG Experience Essential Previous relevant experience at B6/7 Knowledge and experience realted to speciality Evidence of clinical competence in speciality Evidence of mentoring/developing staff Setting and monitoring of standards Work as part of MDT Evidence of establishing effective communication High degree of autonomy with speciality Audit Research Desirable Professional self management Management and leadership Change management experience Skills/ability and knowledge Essential Ability to respond to emergency situations Demonstrate basic and advanced clinical skills Prioritise workload/time management and organisational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Up to date knowledge of current issues in speciality Clinical governance Current best practice and NHS issues People management skills Competent IT skills Equality/diversity and quality Clinical decision maker Desirable Counselling skills personal qualities Essential Diplomacy in sensitive situations Interpersonal skills Self motivation/innovative/flexible Committed to service development Ability to travel as required Understands Trusts values and behaviours Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) or PGD Physiotherapy HCPC registration Evidence of relevant post grad training or relevant experience Post reg clinical course/qualification in specialist area MSc or on a MSc pathway or equivalent relevant experience Desirable Advanced Communication skills MCSP Member of relevant SIG Experience Essential Previous relevant experience at B6/7 Knowledge and experience realted to speciality Evidence of clinical competence in speciality Evidence of mentoring/developing staff Setting and monitoring of standards Work as part of MDT Evidence of establishing effective communication High degree of autonomy with speciality Audit Research Desirable Professional self management Management and leadership Change management experience Skills/ability and knowledge Essential Ability to respond to emergency situations Demonstrate basic and advanced clinical skills Prioritise workload/time management and organisational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Up to date knowledge of current issues in speciality Clinical governance Current best practice and NHS issues People management skills Competent IT skills Equality/diversity and quality Clinical decision maker Desirable Counselling skills personal qualities Essential Diplomacy in sensitive situations Interpersonal skills Self motivation/innovative/flexible Committed to service development Ability to travel as required Understands Trusts values and behaviours 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 University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust Address Bay Medical Group - Heysham Middleton Way Heysham LA3 2LE Employer's website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)