About this role
Job summary
We are looking for dynamic and highly skilled Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists, experienced in all aspects of musculoskeletal management and is forward thinking with the skills to combine highly-specialist clinical practice with innovation. You will be committed to following best practice and the promotion of high-quality physiotherapy services.
As a clinical leader you will have demonstrable leadership qualities and excellent communication and time management skills, with proven abilities to build networks across sites and disciplines.
Job Summary/Job Purpose:
Working as an autonomous practitioner managing patients with highly specialised complex needs in a variety of care settingsAneurin Bevan University Health board is facing changes in light of clinical futures and there will be more integrated working between MSK Therapy teams, primary care, urgent care and minor injury units, to help support people with MSK conditions.
This role will also involve being a part of the Symptom Management Service. The Symptom Management Service provides support to people living with Long Covid, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia Syndrome and other Post Viral illnesses. Everyone's experience of living with these conditions is different. Some people will experience one or two symptoms, and others might have many. The impact on daily life and well-being can range from mild to severe.
Main duties of the job
Successful candidates have an amazing opportunity develop a job plan to develop their skills further, working as an autonomous practitioner or collaboratively with other professions e.g., GPs, consultants, nurses and other AHPs to provide expert patient centred musculoskeletal care for people with highly specialised complex needs in a variety of care settings including
Community outpatient physiotherapy service MSK community multi-disciplinary triage of self-referrals
First contact practitioner within urgent primary care hubs, GP practices and minor injuries units Working within the Symptom Management Service.
The successful candidate will be expected to provide training, education, supervision and appraisal for staff and students within across all musculoskeletal service delivery areas and as part of the role contribute to the development of professional practice and the transformation and evaluation of service delivery and support research and innovation agenda.
In turn, they will be supported by a network of Clinical Lead physiotherapists, principal podiatrist, clinical sonographers (podiatry and physiotherapy), consultant physiotherapist, GP leads within primary care and consultant nurse responsible for minor injuries services.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values ofKindness, Integrity, and Respectshape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Other Essential
Requirement OR willingness to undertake further masters level training up to PGC level Ability to travel and to work in a variety of sites based on need Prepared to work flexibly to meet service needs Available for weekend duties
Desirable
Membership of appropriate special interest groups Clear vision of role and commitment to specialty
Values Essential
Professional confidence & reliable attitude to work Able to cope under pressure and adapt work patterns when the situation is unpredictable Commitment, enthusiastic and self-motivated approach to work Ability to maintain high levels of concentration, alertness and awareness in unpredictable environments Ability to emotionally adapt and demonstrate empathy and negotiation skills Adaptive team player with ability to motivate and respectful to others Ability to set priorities and deliver and evaluate performance outcomes Ability to reflect on own performance
Experience Essential
Significant post-graduate experience relevant to specialty Significant experience managing a complex caseload working within relevant specialty Experience in multi-agency team working within specialist area Evidence of supporting clinical governance requirements including codes of conduct Leadership of relevant networks/ practice groups Experience in audit and service evaluation Experience in research Experience in staff development including education Experience in supervision Experience in presenting to a range of audiences
Desirable
Experience in leading a team Experience of service planning and development across professional boundaries Experience of post graduate teaching Independent prescribing Injection therapy qualified Experience of requesting diagnostics
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Diploma/ Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC registration. Advanced accredited training at masters level or equivalent Accredited post graduate specialist courses/ training relevant to role
Desirable
MSc within relevant specialty Post-graduate qualification up to post grad diploma level in relevant area Non-medical prescribing qualification IRMER Trained Injection therapy qualification Competency as non-medical referrer Qualified sonographer Relevant leadership courses/ qualifications
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 Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address Ty Gwent,
Llantarnam Business Park, Lake View
Cwmbran
NP44 3HR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)