About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist to join our well-established, innovative and friendly Musculoskeletal (MSK) Outpatient Team in East Staffordshire, covering Burton-upon-Trent and Uttoxeter. This is a fantastic opportunity for staff who have completed their Band 5 rotations or who are looking to expand their existing clinical knowledge within MSK.
You will be required to hold a valid HCPC registration, be able evidence skills as a clinician working with patients with a range of musculoskeletal conditions and have a clear desire to expand your knowledge & skills with a capacity for autonomous clinical decision-making and problem solving. We are looking for a team player who is a good communicator and you will need to be open, honest and compassionate. You will need to have the ability to work flexibly and be able to develop effective professional working relationships. You will be able to evidence of contribution to service development/ improvements.
Support and guidance will be provided from a team of friendly, experienced Advanced Physiotherapists, Advanced Practice Physiotherapists and Clinical Champions. There is regular clinical supervision provided as well as career progression opportunities through a robust MSK Development and Competency Framework.
Main duties of the job
As part of your role in the MSK Service you will:
Provide MSK assessment, diagnose and manage a variety of MSK conditions through clear and logical clinical reasoning. Provide MSK assessments & treatments in a variety of settings 1:1, group and virtual. Support the development of Band 5 physiotherapists, unregistered staff and undergraduate physiotherapy students. Work closely with other teams/agencies - involvement in addressing a range of support issues across MSK and pain conditions. Support service development and delivery of local and Trust wide projects. Participate in regular clinical supervision. To ensure effective outcomes of person cantered care followed up with monitoring and evaluation.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description Job responsibilities
Due to the nature of the role, ability to travel across the patch is required with bases at Hill Street Health and Wellbeing Centre, Barton Family Practice, Tutbury Health Centre, as well as Balance Street Health Centre.
Do take a look at the job description and person specification attached for more details.
Please note this advert may be closed early if sufficient applications received.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc in Physiotherapy Professional registration (HCPC)
Training Essential
Evidence of undertaking post-registration training and/or professionally recognised courses and/or development in MSK physiotherapy
Work Experience Essential
Relevant experience (a minimum of 18 months in the UK) to the role including assessment and management of MSK conditions Ability to manage time and caseload effectively.
Desirable
Working in a multidisciplinary team Experiencing of mentoring/supervising and training junior colleagues.
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 Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Balance Street Health Centre
Uttoxeter
ST14 8JG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)