About this role
Job summary
Kendal Primary Care Networkis looking to recruit a second First Contact Physiotherapist to work within our 3 practices in Kendal.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated and well organised First Contact Physiotherapist to work alongside and support our multi-disciplinary team within the Kendal Primary Care Network.
You will be a dedicated professional who shares our values and passion for delivering high quality, joined-up clinical management of musculoskeletal conditions. You will have the clinical expertise and ability to autonomously assess, diagnose and treat patients with a range of conditions and be comfortable triaging and seeing patients without prior contact with their GP. You will have experience in managing caseloads and be confident in formulating rapid and accurate diagnosis supported by complementary management plans.
Main duties of the job
Work independently, as an extended scope practitioner, to assess, diagnose, triage, and manage patients, taking responsibility forthe management of complex caseloads.
Work with patients who self-refer or from a clinical professional within the PCN
Undertake advanced assessment of musculoskeletal patients as a first point of contact, diagnosing and giving advice on management and referring onto other services as appropriate.
Arrange clinical investigations, including X Rays, pathology tests, and others as indicated to ensure accurate diagnosis and safe and effective condition management.
Provide clinicalexpertiseand best practice to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions to ensure patients receivetimelyaccess to care.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role, using expert knowledge of movement and function issues, to create stronger links for wider services through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation.
Develop integrated and tailored care programmes in partnership with patients, providing a range of first line treatment options including self-management, referral to rehabilitation focussed services and social prescribing;
Develop and make use of full scope of practice, including skills relating to independent prescribing, injection therapy and investigation.
About us
Kendal Primary Care Network currently consists of three practices, Captain French Surgery, the James Cochrane Practice and Station House Surgery, all based in the same town, offering Primary Care to over 38,000 patients
Job description Job responsibilities
Work independently, as an extended scope practitioner, to assess, diagnose, triage, and manage patients, taking responsibility for the management of complex caseloads.
Work with patients who self-refer or from a clinical professional within the PCN
Undertake advanced assessment of musculoskeletal patients as a first point of contact, diagnosing and giving advice on management and referring onto other services as appropriate.
Arrange clinical investigations, including X-Rays, pathology tests, and others as indicated to ensure accurate diagnosis and safe and effective condition management.
Provide clinical expertise and best practice to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions to ensure patients receive timely access to care.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role, using expert knowledge of movement and function issues, to create stronger links for wider services through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation.
Develop integrated and tailored care programmes in partnership with patients, providing a range of first line treatment options including self management, referral to rehabilitation focussed services and social prescribing;
Develop and make use of full scope of practice, including skills relating to independent prescribing, injection therapy and investigation.
Deliver programmes of supported patient self-management, in ways that facilitate behavioural change, optimise individuals' physical activity, mobility, fulfilment of personal goals and independence, optimising patient outcomes.
Provide leadership and support on MSK clinical and service development across the PCN, alongside learning opportunities for the whole multi-disciplinary team within primary care.
Develop relationships and a collaborative working approach across the PCN, supporting the integration of pathways in primary care;
Encourage collaborative working across the wider health economy and be a key contributor to supporting the development of physiotherapy clinical services across the PCN.
Liaise with secondary and community MSK services where required, using local social and community interventions as required to support the management of patients within the PCN
Critically evaluate current research and demonstrate an understanding of the application of national and local guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care and their impact on service provision.
Be responsible for and lead others in maintaining stock of equipment and materials, advising the correct procedures relating to the safe and competent use, issue and retrieval.
Actively participate in the mentoring of colleagues and participate in the on-going development of a physiotherapy service within the PCN.
Implement all aspects of effective clinical governance for own practice, including regular audit and evaluation, supervision and training.
Maintain a professional portfolio for CPD recording learning outcomes through participation in internal and external development opportunities and to demonstrate acquired highly specialist skills and knowledge of professional practice.
The successful candidate will be an experienced HCPC registered First Contact Physiotherapist.
Duties will vary from time to time under the direction of the clinical director and network management leads, in agreement with the post holder, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffing levels.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc Degree in Physiotherapy Masters Level qualification or the equivalent specialist knowledge, skills and experience Completed Level 7 models in MSK related areas of practice or equivalent such as advanced assessment, diagnosis and treatment or willing to enrol on training pathway. A minimum of one years post qualification experience. HCPC Registration Be a member of CSP or appropriate professional body CPD pertaining to Primary Care and MSK management
Personal Qualities Essential
High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure
Experience Essential
Experience of working in primary care and first contact roles Experience working in autonomous MSK role, without day to day supervision Extended Scope competencies around bloods, imaging, prescribing and injection therapy. Clinical experience of triage and care planning Expert clinical reasoning skills Proven multi-disciplinary working
Desirable
Evidence of clinical leadership Experience of computer based clinical systems, EMIS Web
Skills & Knowledge Essential
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people. Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports Excellent written and verbal communication Knowledge of audit and research Good time management skills, able to prioritise and organise workload for best effect Ability to promote best practice regarding all musculoskeletal matters Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times Problem solving & analytical skills Ability to follow policy and procedure
Other requirements Essential
Flexibility to work outside of core office hours if required Able to meet any travelling requirements of the post Clear vision of role and commitment to working in Primary Care Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check All applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria will be interviewed. If candidates do not meet the person specification they may be required to undertake training as specified by the organisation.
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.
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 Morecambe Bay Primary Care Collaborative
Address Captain French Surgery
Gillinggate
Kendal
Cumbria
LA9 4JE
Employer's website https://mbpcc.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)