MSK Band 6 Physiotherapists

Job Description

You would be working as part of a friendly, well-motivated countywide team of around 100 people, which includes at least 11 ESPs who are the clinical leads. You will be given the opportunity to expand on a wide range of MSK skills. The Specialist Physiotherapist (AFC Band 6) role in our countywide physiotherapy Musculoskeletal (MSK) Service also supports First Contact Practitioner clinics and suits an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist.The ESP’s works closely with secondary care and GP practices and are actively involved in service improvement, one being recognised at an international level for post op shoulder rehabilitation innovation. They run problem patient sessions which all physiotherapists can access as well as formal supervision and training.Normal working pattern is Monday-Friday, however, however there may be the requirement to work some evenings and Saturday mornings. The Service operates countywide, but you will be primarily based at one of our 5 main sites across the county and managed by the Operational Team lead for that site.Our MSK Physiotherapy service treats a wide range of MSK conditions such as: spinal, peripheral, orthopaedic, rheumatological, chronic pain, sports and MSK injuries and dysfunctions as well as Women’s health. We receive referrals directly from patients, GP’s and Consultants.We have expanded over the last year to offer a First Contact Physiotherapy Service where patients are directed to us as the first point of contact. These clinics are a multi-skilled team of Specialist, Advanced and Extended Scope Physiotherapists to provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and advice to MSK patients in primary care. This new development is in line with NHS England’s First Contact Practitioner initiative and is an exciting unique opportunity for you to be involved in cutting edge new ways of working.This service will be integrated within the MSK Physiotherapy service as a whole to deliver seamless, transformational and high quality care to patients, as well as offering opportunities for development and expansion of clinical skills for clinicians.Within this role you will be responsible for providing high quality specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment to patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions, both within the FCP clinics as well as those referred to the core MSK service, to include prioritising referrals and managing a full caseload of neuro-musculoskeletal patients.You will also regularly undertake mentoring and appraisal for junior members within the physiotherapy team as well as providing them with regular day-to-day supervision as necessary. The role will require you to actively participate in and act as a facilitator for regular departmental in-service training.You will be expected to work in conjunction with your colleagues to further promote and develop MSK services to our patients.For further details / informal visits contact:NameHelen MillettJob titleHead of ServiceEmail addresshelen.millett@nhft.nhs.ukTelephone number