Lead Physiotherapist for Complex Medicine

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Milton Keynes is seeking a Lead Physiotherapist to provide clinical and managerial leadership within the team. This role offers opportunities for career development through an MSc in Frailty, along with support from a dedicated therapy team. Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong leadership skills and a commitment to high standards of patient care. Flexible working practices are promoted to enhance staff working lives.

Qualifications

• Must provide clinical and managerial leadership.
• Accountable for high standards of clinical care.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical team within your specialty.
• Support junior staff in delivering care.
• Incorporate new trends into practice.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team collaboration

Clinical governance

Education

MSc in Frailty or equivalent

Job description

Lead Physiotherapist for Complex Medicine

At MKUH, we are committed to career development through both leadership and advanced clinical practice routes. You will have the opportunity to attend our MSc Frailty module, developed in collaboration with Northampton University. Additionally, you will benefit from support from our dedicated Therapy Practice Development team.

Leadership and Management

To provide clinical and managerial leadership to the clinical team within your specialty by working collaboratively with other Lead Therapists and the Therapy Service Lead.

Clinical Practice

To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your own work, ensuring high standards of clinical care for patients under your management, supporting junior staff to do the same.

Professional Duties

To maintain your competency through CPD activities, staying informed of new trends and incorporating them into practice as necessary.

Governance

To demonstrate understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and their application to your work.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for further details.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving staff working lives, offering flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to verify documents. All prospective employees will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying, you agree that if successful, your application information will be transferred into the NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may also be transferred to another NHS organization if your employment transfers within the NHS, in line with streamlining efforts to save time and improve efficiency.

All new employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms) are subject to a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension up to a total of 12 months.