Msk Clinical Champion

Midlands Partnership University Nhs Foundation Trust; Cannock; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

MSK Services, Stafford and Cannock, seek an experienced Physiotherapy Practitioner with HCPC registration to manage a varied caseload of musculoskeletal patients across the Stafford and Cannock area. The post supports autonomous clinical decision-making within a values-driven trust, with joint appointment links to Keele University.

You would be part of the MPFT MSK team, providing advanced physiotherapy services across multiple sites and contributing to service development and CPD.

Qualifications

• Physiotherapy degree or equivalent and HCPC registration.
• Minimum of 3.5 years MSK Physiotherapy experience at an advanced UK level.
• Experience in managing and implementing change; strong leadership track record.

Responsibilities

• Provide Physiotherapy treatment within varied settings as part of AHP.
• Uphold Partnership Trust Values: Putting People first, empowering people, Working in Partnership.
• Be an Advanced Physiotherapist with detailed professional/clinical knowledge.
• Deliver care to a defined population across Community and hospital settings.
• Assess complex needs; develop, implement and evaluate care packages.
• Provide supervision, training and leadership where appropriate and contribute to service improvements.
• Demonstrate initiative and creative problem solving; collaborate with Team Leader on delegated tasks.

Skills

Physiotherapy practice

MSK advanced level

Change management

Leadership skills

Special Interest Groups

Education

Physiotherapy degree or equivalent

Job description

Job summary
MSK Services, Stafford and Cannock are looking to recruit an experienced Physiotherapy Practitioner to join our friendly and innovative team. You will be required to hold a valid HCPC registration. You will be able to evidence advanced skills as a senior clinician working with patients with musculoskeletal pain and have a clear desire to expand your knowledge & skills with a capacity for autonomous clinical decision-making and problem solving. The post holder would be based in the Stafford and Cannock area and should have access to a car for work purposes as there may be a requirement to travel to different sites within the organisation.
The post holder will play a leading role in our MSK team within the Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) with support from the service Clinical and Operational Leads. MPFT is a large, integrated NHS organisation and by becoming part of our team you will be well supported and empowered to deliver services consistent with our Trust values. We have strong connection and joint appointment with Keele University. The Musculoskeletal Service spans across both North and South Staffordshire providing a vast support network and wealth of knowledge.
If you are able to manage a varied caseload of complex Musculoskeletal patients, committed to CPD and have the desire to develop yourself and the service, with a keen eye on improving patient care, then we would be keen to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be part of the Allied Health Professions (AHP) providing Physiotherapy treatment and will work in a variety of settings.
• Demonstrate at all times the Partnership Trust Values of: Putting People first, empowering people and Working in Partnership.
• Be an Advanced Physiotherapist and have a detailed professional and clinical knowledge. The post holder will be an advanced skilled Clinician.
• Be responsible for a defined population of service users in a variety of settings across the Partnership Trust including the Community and hospitals.
• Be skilled in the assessment of complex/specialist care/support needs and in the development, implementation and evaluation of care/support packages.
• Have supervisory, training and leadership responsibilities where appropriate and will have some responsibility for team performance and service developments/improvements.
• Demonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problems.
• Work with the Team Leader undertaking delegated tasks in Team Management.

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 close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust or www.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus

Job responsibilities

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn.

Please note that you are required to hold a valid HCPC registration to apply for this role and be able to evidence required skills. For full details of the role, please see attached the job description and person specification. If you do have any further questions regarding the role, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Person Specification

Essential

• Physiotherapy degree or equivalent
• Minimum of 3.5 years MSK Physiotherapy experience at an advanced level in the UK
• Significant experience of managing & implementing change
• Evidence of advanced Leadership Skills
• Attendance at relevant Special Interest Groups.

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).