Band 6 MSK Physiotherapist

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust; Rowsley CP; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS staff development

In-service training programme

Regular supervision and career growth

Job summary

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking enthusiastic MSK Physiotherapists for the MSK Service based at Hinckley Hub. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) with career progression opportunities and a strong in-service training programme.

You will perform specialist MSK assessments and treatments, using remote and face-to-face options, with supervision and development support from clinical specialists.

Qualifications

• Qualified physiotherapist with MSK specialization and CPD in current practice.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in MSK management.
• Positive attitude with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist MSK physiotherapy assessment and treatment within clinical care pathways.
• Prioritise and manage a personal MSK caseload; support junior staff.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary team; contribute to service development and quality practice.

Skills

MSK physiotherapy

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Autonomous working

Education

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

Tools

Electronic Patient Records

Job description

We are looking for enthusiastic Physiotherapists with experience and an interest in musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions to join the MSK Service based at Hinckley Hub. We have one full-time vacancy (37.5 hours per week).At Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting staff development and offer a range of career progression opportunities.We provide a well-established in-service training programme, regular supervision within teams, and support from Clinical Specialists to help develop skills and confidence.The service receives referrals from GPs, consultants and self-referrals. We offer telephone, virtual and face-to-face appointments, providing variety within the role and opportunities to develop skills across different consultation methods.We encourage professional growth, supporting career progression, leadership development and specialist clinical interests within the team.For further information, please contact: Tom Randle, Team Lead, [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

You will provide specialist MSK physiotherapy assessment and treatment to patients within a multi-disciplinary format in clinical care pathways.You will need to be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current issues and evidence of continuing professional development in the management of MSK conditions.You must have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve both clinically and non-clinically.You will need to be able to prioritise and manage your own MSK caseload as well as being able to motivate yourself and others.You will need to be a team player and also be able to work autonomously.You will be proficient in using electronic patient records and managing patients both face to face and remotely.You will contribute to service development. This involves promoting high quality clinical practice and ensuring professional standards are maintained in the workplace.You will need to be able to provide supervision to junior staff membersIt is essential that you are a car owner / driver or have access to suitable alternative transport.

About us

About UsLeicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents.We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.All jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started.Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

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.