If you are looking for the next step up into a role which allows you to develop and apply advanced clinical reasoning skills and manage a full range of MSK pathologies, you might be exactly who we're looking for!
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the London service for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 7 Physiotherapist. You must have a minimum of 3 years experience working in the MSK field at B6/7 level. To succeed you must have excellent communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach to delivering first class MSK services. Training is provided and there are career development opportunities throughout the company.
Your application should demonstrate the ability to assist in clinical audits of the service and contribute to the development of the service in conjunction with the Physiotherapy management team and contribute to the mentoring and development of junior staff.
The right candidate will be expected to deliver a high standard of patient-centred care, possess a friendly and approachable attitude and apply outstanding team-working, communication and organisational skills to your daily practice.
Main duties of the job
* To act as a specialist physiotherapist in MSK outpatient conditions and manage patients referred to the Healthshare clinics for assessment, clinical diagnosis and management.
* To assist in clinical audits of the service and contribute to the development of the service in conjunction with the Physiotherapy Management Team.
* To contribute to the mentoring and development of junior & senior staff.
* To provide expert clinical leadership for the physiotherapists within the team, playing a key role in ensuring that a high standard of physiotherapy is provided for patients, including those with complex multi-pathologies.
About us
We're an independent healthcare provider, with established roots in muscular-skeletal health and diagnostics, founded by expert NHS clinicians who recognised a way to improve things.
Our approach means that whether it's speed, flexibility, efficiency or quality, every aspect has been carefully considered to surpass expectations. This is why we've been a trusted partner of the NHS for over ten years, and the provider of choice for countless private patients.
We work with integrity. When it comes to collaboratively delivering care, relationships are key. Whether we're interacting with each other, our partners or our patients, we're always open and honest. Every key decision is based on clear process and informed by evidence.
We act with empathy. Everyone who is here, is here because they care about people. We always try and put ourselves in the shoes of whomever we're interacting with and treat people with compassion and consideration.
We inspire with passion. It's hard work, but we absolutely love what we do. There's no room for a half-hearted approach to healthcare, it requires dedication, and that's what everyone here has. A Healthshare employee is enthusiastic, with a verve and panache that inspires others around them.
25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Blue Light Card
Job responsibilities
* To be professionally and legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of own work including the management of individual caseload, working within accepted codes of professional conduct and clinical guidelines to minimise clinical risk.
* To demonstrate advanced theoretical knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology and utilise highly developed clinical reasoning skills to accurately determine clinical diagnosis and prognosis in a wide range of mixed and complicated conditions requiring outpatient physiotherapy and rehabilitation, resulting in realistic, patient-centred goals and treatment plans in line with evidence-based practice.
* To use specialist clinical reasoning skills to screen referrals to secondary care or accident & emergency department for serious pathologies such as tumour, infection, fracture, cauda equina syndrome. Seek support of senior clinical colleagues when faced with clinical terminology or presentations of a complex nature or out-with clinical experience.
* To refer for diagnostics (X-Ray) and Interventional Radiology procedures such as guided injection, within the referral rights for the Local Physiotherapy Service pathways.
* To act in an advisory capacity to all clinical staff members in making an onward referral to additional services.
* To identify patient concerns related to the clinical presentation and use current evidence to respond to them. Advise patients and referrers on return to work, sports and other activities.
* To keep comprehensive records of activity in accordance with local and national requirements using departmental IT software systems as required.
* To discharge patients appropriately and communicate this with their GPs or referrers.
This job description is intended as a guide and may be amended in discussion with the post holder to meet changing demands within the service and physiotherapy department.
Person Specification
Experience
* Evidence of a minimum of 3 years experience working at a band 6 level in MSK outpatients
* Management experience undertaking delegated departmental duties
* Experience of quality issues and audit
* Working within an MSK clinic
* Experience of working in GP clinics
* Experience in referring for diagnostics
* Experience of appraisal and supervision
* Experience in team management
* IRMER training
Skills and abilities
* Advanced organisational & time management skills
* Proven ability to manage priorities and deadlines
* Advanced communication skills
* Well-developed interpersonal skills
* To demonstrate an ability to communicate complex and sensitive information
* Evidence of Leadership Skills
* Experience of evaluation of practice
Knowledge
* Good understanding of MSK outpatient clinics
* Working knowledge of IT and database systems
* Knowledge of Healthshare MSK services
* Experience with electronic records
* Ability to use Microsoft office or equivalent.
Personal attributes
* Demonstrate a forward looking and proactive approach
* Work effectively within a team environment
* To use initiative and think creatively
* To show empathy
* To exercise influencing/negotiating skills
* To be personally and professionally responsible.
Other
* Able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
* Able to work within stressful and unpredictable situations
* Ability to analyse complex information, form judgements, weigh risks and provide advice accordingly, often within tight timescales
* Able to work effectively within a shared environment
* Ability to work effectively when dealing with staff/patient issues
Qualifications
* BSc or equivalent in Physiotherapy
* HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist
* Good written and spoken English
* Evidence of MSK related CPD
* Completed or working toward MSc or equivalent
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