Job Overview
Post Title: Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
Band: Band 5
Location: Lincoln , Lincolnshire
ORGANISATIONAL ARRANGEMENTS Reporting/Accountable to: Anu Andrews, AQP Service Lead & Deputy Clinical Service Manager
POST SUMMARY: To work as a Band 5 physiotherapist for the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Service, which involves working across the Physiotherapy service in outpatient physiotherapy clinics. Staff is guided and supported through the use of objectives by senior staff.
Considering the job location, UK driving licence and access to a car are desirable for this role
This post builds on previous experience, enabling further development of clinical competencies.
Working for our organisation
We are HS Health Group Ltd, a MSK service provider with a proven history of delivering MSK services to multiple ICBs in the Midlands and West Berkshire. We are a passionate and professional MSK physiotherapy service provider, focused on delivering robust and effective patient-centred care close to home. We are looking for forward-thinking, enthusiastic, self-motivated, well-organised individuals who are zealous in providing high-quality patient care and services along with our current FCPs and MSK physiotherapists team. Being successful in the interview, you will be provided with a comprehensive and tailored induction plan, ongoing support from the regional lead and clinical mentors , FCP & Advanced Physio Practitioner team, experienced MSK peers. We also have a regular in-service training programme and offer opportunities for funded training courses (CPDs) when required.
Main responsibilities:
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
To undertake comprehensive assessments of patients using investigative and analytical skills, and where unsure, to seek guidance from senior staff.
To devise individualised physiotherapy management and/or treatment plans, using clinical reasoning skills, and evaluating the outcomes of your interventions.
To use a range of treatment/ management options in formulating care programmes.
To maintain a high standard of clinical care using evidence-based practice by keeping up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research and discussing and implementing changes in your clinical practice.
To communicate effectively with all disciplines involved in a patient's care, both those within the organisation and those outside, to ensure effective multidisciplinary working. This will include a discussion of patient care, patient progress,and involvement in discharge planning.
To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients in order to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes. This may include patients who will have difficulties in understanding or communicating, e.g. patients who may be deaf, blind, or be unable to accept the diagnosis or presenting condition.
To ensure timely and effective communication with the regional lead / clinical mentor on all professional matters.
To maintain accurate records in line with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards and Trust and service standards and policies.
To attend staff meetings and actively participate in ensuring understanding of information imparted.
To be able to manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional situations in an empathetic manner.
Personal and Professional Development:
To participate in the appraisal scheme as an appraisee.
To assist if required in the training of assistants/technicians and physiotherapy students on placements, within the clinical area.
To be responsible for and actively record your own personal development. This may include active participation in journal clubs, clinical reasoning sessions, and problem patient sessions.
To ensure professional competence is maintained by participating in all CPD opportunities and maintaining a portfolio.
To participate in any training sessions as a recipient and facilitator.
To disseminate any training received from other staff and health care professionals.
Health and safety:
To monitor and maintain the health, safety, and security of self and others.
Responsible for identifying and assessing potential risks involved in work activities and processes for self and others
To ensure completion of relevant risk assessments and associated documentation.
To take appropriate action, reporting actual or potential problems that may put health and safety and security at risk.
Quality:
To maintain the high standards of the service by contributing towards individual, team and service objectives.
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your professional activities working within the codes of practice and professional guidelines.
When working in the community setting, work as a lone practitioner with telephone support from a senior physiotherapist if required.
REGISTERED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL: Valid HCPC and CSP registration
All staff who are a member of a professional body must comply with standards of professional practice / conduct. It is the post holder's responsibility to ensure they are both familiar with and adhere to these requirements.
Benefits of working for HS Health Group Ltd :
· Up to 36 days’ holiday (including public holidays)
. Holiday buy/ sell option available
· Holiday allowance depends on years of experience with the organisation.
· Supported by Clinical mentor and management team
· Competitive salary with great progression opportunities
· Comprehensive induction and ongoing clinical and operational support
· Strong management, HR and admin team support to focus on team’s wellbeing
· Individual funding allocation towards external CPD courses
· Regular appraisal and personal development plan
· Regular 1-2-1 CPD activities to support the training and development needs of the team members
· Employer pension contributions
· Flexible working patterns available to promote work-life balance
· Protected time for learning and development
· Optional overtime available
· Team building/Social events
Reference & Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to satisfactory reference and 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.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
It is the organisations intention to be an employer of choice and ensure that no job applicants or employees are unfairly disadvantaged on the grounds of gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, colour, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, trade union membership, or any other factors that are not relevant to their capability or potential.
Work Permits : For non EU applicants, Work permits will be considered if no suitable applicant from UK and EU.
Desirable one-year experience in the UK, and rights to drive in the UK
Hours: 38hr per week
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: per year- in line with Band 5 salary depends on experience
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £31,049.00 per year
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lincoln, Lincolnshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
- HCPC (required)
- UK Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
