Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist
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Job title: Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist
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Job description: Job summaryThis post will be responsible for the provision of specialist clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment as a first point of contact in the Urgent Treatment Centre, as well as the management of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions in a lead role within our busy and friendly MSK department at the William Harvey Hospital, Ashford. You will work as part of an experienced outpatient team, with Advanced Practice Therapists in hands, paediatrics, rheumatology, shoulder, spinal and lower limb services.Main duties of the jobTo provide specialist clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment of service users as a first point of contact in the Urgent Treatment Centre.To act as a resource to provide specialist clinical opinion on acute injury management to Therapy staff, Medical staff and other members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team within EKHUFT.To provide a high quality, patient centred and sustainable Musculoskeletal care for the people of East Kent that is efficient; and clinically and cost effective.To be a professional leader and a role model for excellence in Musculoskeletal care in the Physiotherapy Department at the William Harvey HospitalTo take a lead role alongside 4 band 7s in the clinical and service delivery of Musculoskeletal physiotherapy in the outpatient department.To be committed in providing safe, effective services and providing patient and families with a positive experience.About usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is ‘great healthcare from great people’. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo provide specialist clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment of service users as a first point of contact in the Urgent Treatment Centre.To act as a resource to provide specialist clinical opinion on acute injury management to Therapy staff, Medical staff and other members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team within EKHUFT.To provide a high quality, patient centred and sustainable Musculoskeletal care for the people of East Kent that is efficient; and clinically and cost effective.To be a professional leader and a role model for excellence in Musculoskeletal care in the Physiotherapy Department at the William Harvey HospitalTo take a lead role alongside 4 band 7s in the clinical and service delivery of Musculoskeletal physiotherapy in the outpatient department.To be committed in providing safe, effective services and providing patient and families with a positive experience.You will be expected to:Provide skilled, evidence-based therapy intervention which adheres to agreed policies and proceduresWork with patients and families in all stages of the treatment process including assessing risks and needsAct as a patient advocate in the multi-disciplinary team and overseeing the work of others to ensure that they are also responding to the needs of patients and providing clinically effective interventionWork as an autonomous practitioner and take responsibility for the treatment you prescribe to patients but within your own limits of competency and confidenceYou will be expected to contribute to creating and maintaining a high performing team by:Communicating well with all members of the teamUnderstanding their role in the team and how they help the team achieve its objectivesReflecting on their own practice regularly and encouraging the whole team to reflect on their practices in handovers and team meetingsIdentifying how intervention could be improvedJob description
Job responsibilitiesTo provide specialist clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment of service users as a first point of contact in the Urgent Treatment Centre.To act as a resource to provide specialist clinical opinion on acute injury management to Therapy staff, Medical staff and other members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team within EKHUFT.To provide a high quality, patient centred and sustainable Musculoskeletal care for the people of East Kent that is efficient; and clinically and cost effective.To be a professional leader and a role model for excellence in Musculoskeletal care in the Physiotherapy Department at the William Harvey HospitalTo take a lead role alongside 4 band 7s in the clinical and service delivery of Musculoskeletal physiotherapy in the outpatient department.To be committed in providing safe, effective services and providing patient and families with a positive experience.You will be expected to:Provide skilled, evidence-based therapy intervention which adheres to agreed policies and proceduresWork with patients and families in all stages of the treatment process including assessing risks and needsAct as a patient advocate in the multi-disciplinary team and overseeing the work of others to ensure that they are also responding to the needs of patients and providing clinically effective interventionWork as an autonomous practitioner and take responsibility for the treatment you prescribe to patients but within your own limits of competency and confidenceYou will be expected to contribute to creating and maintaining a high performing team by:Communicating well with all members of the teamUnderstanding their role in the team and how they help the team achieve its objectivesReflecting on their own practice regularly and encouraging the whole team to reflect on their practices in handovers and team meetingsIdentifying how intervention could be improvedPerson SpecificationQualifications and trainingEssential
- BSc/ MSc Degree in Physiotherapy
- HCPC registration
- Knowledge of up to date clinical/ evidence-based practice Evidence of up to date CPD
Desirable
- Member of the CSP
- Attendance at Red Dot and Minor Injuries courses or willingness to attend such courses
Clinical skills and experienceEssential
- Extensive post graduate experience in relevant clinical area
- Highly developed clinical skills in relevant area
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Teaching / facilitating training
- Up to date therapeutic moving & handling skills
- Competent presentation skills Basic IT knowledge
Desirable
- Experience of acute injury management and interpreting X-Rays
GovernanceEssential
- Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE, CQC
- Involvement in clinical audit/ quality improvement projects
Desirable
- Awareness of key performance indicators
Personal/professional attributesEssential
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
- Effective and strong team player
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking in to account Trust policies and procedures
- Flexible and adaptable
- Ability to cope with change and use initiative
Other requirementsEssential
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust’s Vision, Mission and Values.
- Able to travel around East Kent, and between hospital sites
Person Specification
Qualifications and trainingEssential
- BSc/ MSc Degree in Physiotherapy
- HCPC registration
- Knowledge of up to date clinical/ evidence-based practice Evidence of up to date CPD
Desirable
- Member of the CSP
- Attendance at Red Dot and Minor Injuries courses or willingness to attend such courses
Clinical skills and experienceEssential
- Extensive post graduate experience in relevant clinical area
- Highly developed clinical skills in relevant area
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Teaching / facilitating training
- Up to date therapeutic moving & handling skills
- Competent presentation skills Basic IT knowledge
Desirable
- Experience of acute injury management and interpreting X-Rays
GovernanceEssential
- Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE, CQC
- Involvement in clinical audit/ quality improvement projects
Desirable
- Awareness of key performance indicators
Personal/professional attributesEssential
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
- Effective and strong team player
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking in to account Trust policies and procedures
- Flexible and adaptable
- Ability to cope with change and use initiative
Other requirementsEssential
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust’s Vision, Mission and Values.
- Able to travel around East Kent, and between hospital sites
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeAdditional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeEmployer detailsEmployer nameEast Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
AddressWilliam Harvey HospitalKennington RoadAshfordTN24 0LZEmployer’s website
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Location: Surrey
