About this role
Job summary
The Spinal Treatment Service aspect of the Musculoskeletal (MSK) Service has an exciting opportunity to recruit to a permanent band 7 physiotherapist. They will work as part of our team of physiotherapists and spinal advanced physiotherapy practitioners (spinal APPs).
We are looking for an enthusiastic MSK physiotherapist with a interest in spines, with a commitment to high quality care and treatment who is passionate about providing management of spinal patients. The post holder, working alongside the spinal APPs, ensure that spinal patients receive the best possible care, having the ability to manage and treat a more complex patient caseload in a fast-paced environment, in line with the national back pain pathways.
We currently work out of a range of health centres across the city. The successful candidate require flexibility in location and when these are delivered.
For further information please contact Nicky Clay - [email protected]
This vacancy is eligible for sponsorship from Leeds Community Healthcare Trust.
Please Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.
Adverts will close early where the maximum numbers of applicants are reached.
Main duties of the job
The candidate will be part of the STS Team, working alongside other STS clinicians and the wider MSK service to assess, treat and effectively manage spinal patients referred to the Spinal Treatment Service. You will have experience and a special interest in managing spinal patients, signposting to other services and working collaboratively with other providers. You will be fully supported to be able to discuss the role of investigation, spinal surgery and other interventions, as well as being able to provide Physiotherapy management.
It is a high paced, challenging role but you will be fully supported by more senior staff and as part of the role you will undertake a comprehensive competency programme.
You will need to manage an independent caseload and will be expected to support junior staff, as well as providing support to the APPs. We are looking for resilient candidates who are excellent communicators, and are able to demonstrate the Trusts values and behaviours.
Candidates who have highly specialist assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation skills appropriate to Spinal and Musculoskeletal caseload. Highly complex analytical and creative problem-solving skills in unpredictable situations.
Advanced verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills including communicating complex information to patients/carers and managing conflict when appropriate. Excellent communication skills when liaising with other HCP's and the ability to work as part of a team.
About us
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
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Person Specification
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Employer details Employer name Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Citywide - Head Office - Building 3 White Rose Park
Millshaw Park Lane
Leeds
LS11 0DL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)