Advanced MSK Physiotherapist

Integrated Care System; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Wakefield is looking for an Advanced Musculoskeletal Clinician. You will conduct assessments and manage patients with MSK conditions, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team. Experience in advanced physiotherapy is essential. This role offers flexible professional development and comprehensive benefits including generous holiday entitlements and employee support programs.

Benefits

Up to 30 days' holiday (plus public holidays)

Access to Learning and Development Academy

Health service discounts

Sustainable Electric Car Scheme

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering quality clinical care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions.
• Advanced level physiotherapy and injection qualification required.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and manage patients with MSK problems.
• Lead multidisciplinary meetings to coordinate care.
• Maintain relationships with clinical stakeholders to ensure quality care.

Skills

Advanced physiotherapy

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Education

BSc in relevant field

Job description

As the saying goes, no two days will be the same, but overall, you'll be doing the following:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, and management of patients who would traditionally be referred into secondary care rheumatology services with non-inflammatory/persistent joint problems.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, to optimally manage patients' conditions.
• Provide specialty advice to requests from stakeholders across the pathway.
• Lead and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care and ensure holistic treatment approaches.
• Maintain professional relationships with external clinical stakeholders (such as secondary care consultants and GPs) to facilitate successful partnership working and the delivery and development of high-quality rheumatology care for patients across the system.

Main duties of the job

We at Cora Health are delighted to currently be looking for an Advanced Musculoskeletal (MSK) Clinician, who is passionate about providing high-quality patient-centred care, to join us as part of a large multidisciplinary team in Wakefield. We are dedicated to delivering the highest level of patient care in the most efficient and cost-effective way, with re-investment to ensure services are sustainable. We are seeking a well-organised Advanced MSK Clinician to deliver quality clinical care for patients with MSK conditions. You will undertake comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of patients with a wide variety of physical and emotional needs, formulate, deliver, review, and progress individual treatment programmes, and ensure effective treatment, specialist advice, and timely discharge are achieved.

About us

Cora is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedic, and rheumatology services. We aim to help everyone thrive by enabling people to help themselves, recover, or find a new way forward.

Job responsibilities

Within a dynamic team of clinicians and support staff, you will learn from and with your colleagues and be proud to inspire and develop others through your expertise. We prioritize your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), investing in your growth and rewarding your efforts. Our benefits include:

• Up to 30 days' holiday (plus public holidays) and an extra day for your birthday
• A minimum of 5% of working time dedicated to your personal development, with access to our in-house Learning and Development Academy
• Discounts via our 'Boost' Benefits, health service discounts, and a Blue Light Card
• Access to our employee assistance program, including virtual GP appointments, Mental Health First Aid, and Wellbeing Support
• Sustainable Electric Car Scheme and Cycle to Work
• Reimbursement for professional membership fees required for your role
• Group life cover

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc in relevant field

Experience

• Advanced level physiotherapy and injection qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to assess any previous criminal convictions.