Advanced Pain Practitioner

NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading community health service as an Advanced Pain Practitioner in Nottingham. This part-time, Band 7 role offers a chance to work within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on innovative pain management. You'll assess and manage complex pain conditions, mentor junior staff, and contribute to service improvements. With strong academic partnerships, you'll have opportunities for research and education, helping shape the future of pain management in the community.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in musculoskeletal/pain or CFS/ME services.
• Experience treating complex and chronic patients using a biopsychosocial approach.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage patients with complex pain conditions.
• Lead group-based Pain Management Programmes and service evaluation projects.

Skills

Communication

Clinical decision-making

Teaching

Organization

Motivational skills

Education

BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy

MSc (or working towards)

Job description

Are you a passionate, experienced Physiotherapist ready to take the next step in your career? This is an exciting opportunity to join Nottingham CityCare's highly respected MOSAIC service (Musculoskeletal, Orthopaedic, Spinal pain, and Integrated Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) as an Advanced Pain Practitioner.

This part-time, permanent Band 7 position (up to 24 hours) offers a chance to work at the forefront of community-based pain management within a multidisciplinary team renowned for its compassionate care, innovation, and evidence-based practice.

We are a dynamic, research-driven team comprising physiotherapists, occupational therapists, pharmacists, pain consultants, and rehabilitation practitioners. Our diverse, friendly service offers flexible, high-quality care tailored to Nottingham's communities.

We also have strong academic partnerships with The University of Nottingham, providing opportunities to engage in research and education.

At MOSAIC, you'll be supported to grow your skills and shape your future. Whether your interests lie in clinical specialization, leadership, education, or research, we'll help you carve your path.

Main duties of the job

What you'll do:

As an Advanced Pain Practitioner, you'll use your clinical expertise to independently assess, diagnose, and manage patients with complex or persistent pain conditions. You'll play a key role in transforming lives, shaping service development, and mentoring junior staff.

You will also be involved in:

• Triaging and clinical decision-making for secondary care referrals
• Collaborative working with pain consultants, specialist GPs, and pharmacists
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostics (MRI, x-ray, ultrasound)
• Leading group-based Pain Management Programmes
• Service evaluation and quality improvement projects
• Regular supervision and peer support
• In-service training and CPD, with access to internal and external experts

About us

We are a provider of NHS Community Health Services. CityCare exists to support the health and wellbeing of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners. We are a value-driven, people-focused organization with a passion for excellence. Our vision is to make a daily difference to the health and wellbeing of our communities, guided by our core values of kindness, respect, trust, and honesty.

CityCare values a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBT+, or from a Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, as they are currently underrepresented within our organization.

We are proud to be a forces-friendly organization supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, and military spouses/partners, recognizing the unique skills and contributions you bring.

CityCare is an equal opportunities employer committed to employing people with disabilities. For alternative application formats, please contact People Services at 0115 8839418. We are dedicated to safeguarding vulnerable adults and children.

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

To assess, plan, and develop treatment programs for clients with complex physical needs in a clinical setting, working autonomously and maintaining high standards of practice.

To determine clinical diagnoses and manage ongoing development of clinical practice within the service, contributing to service improvements.

Dimensions

Responsible for delivering the persistent pain, CFS/ME, and post-Covid-19 services as part of MOSAIC. Clients are referred by GPs, other health professionals, social services, or self-referral.

Supervise less experienced staff and students, ensuring standards meet professional and educational requirements.

Work within an extended scope role, including triage and diagnostic referrals, and possibly administering injections and monitoring outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical

• Accountable for all aspects of client management and supporting junior staff.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments for complex and chronic cases, devising individualized treatment plans.
• Manage a designated caseload efficiently, prioritizing and organizing clinical tasks.
• Provide expert advice and education to primary care teams regarding pain management.
• Mentor and supervise less experienced team members and students, ensuring proper documentation.
• Assess capacity, obtain informed consent, and work within legal frameworks.
• Offer advice and instruction to clients, carers, and professionals to promote understanding of pain management.

Professional

• Contribute to the development of best practices within Nottingham CityCare Partnerships.
• Participate in service marketing, networking, and evidence-based practice improvements.
• Maintain ongoing professional development and demonstrate knowledge of clinical governance and risk management.
• Engage in appraisal and personal development planning.

Organizational

• Support team targets, participate in service evaluation, and communicate local needs.
• Handle delegated management duties and liaise with other professionals to optimize client care.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and maintain accurate records.
• Perform other duties as required.

Person Specification

Experience

• Senior-level experience in musculoskeletal/pain or CFS/ME services.
• Experience treating complex and chronic patients using a biopsychosocial approach.
• Experience in individual and group rehabilitation, partnership working, service development, and supervision.
• Advanced Practice roles, including diagnostic and interventional procedures, research activity.

Skills and Attributes

• Knowledge of current policies and practices.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Teaching, clinical decision-making, organization, communication, and motivational skills.
• Ability to teach, make informed decisions, and support clinical support in the absence of leaders.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy, MSc (or working towards), HCPC registration.
• Additional qualifications such as Clinical Educator, Injection Therapy, and advanced practice modules.

Physical and Special Requirements

• Satisfactory occupational health clearance.
• Ability to travel, work flexible hours, and possess a full driving license.
• Proactive, flexible, adaptable, and positive attitude.
• Assertiveness, negotiation, and conflict management skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check due to the nature of the work involving vulnerable populations.

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per year, pro-rata for part-time.