MSK Physiotherapist

Integrated Care System; Ramsgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ramsgate is seeking an experienced ESP Physiotherapist to support patients awaiting physiotherapy services. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, and management of MSK conditions. Candidates should have at least four years experience and ideally hold a BSc in Physiotherapy. Collaborative teamwork and communication skills are essential for this role that aims at improving patient care.

Benefits

Ongoing skills development

Training programs

Qualifications

• At least four years postgraduate experience in MSK and Orthopaedic areas.
• Ideally experienced in neurological conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support the FCP clinic as an experienced Band 5 or 6 physiotherapist.
• Assessment and management of MSK/orthopaedic conditions.
• Short-term rehabilitation for patients.

Skills

MSK diagnosis

Effective communication

Rehabilitation

Electrotherapy

Manual therapy

Taping

Education

BSc Physiotherapy

GCSE Grade A-C in English

MSc in physiotherapy-related area

Job description

An exciting opportunity to be part of an expanding team providing support and care to the patients registered at The Grange Practice.

In preparation for our anticipated new larger surgery, we are expanding our in-house clinical team to better care for our patients. The successful candidate will have the opportunity, alongside our existing ESP Physiotherapist, to have input into the new working environment and furnishings for staff and patients alike.

The role will be to provide support to our ESP Physiotherapist, supporting patients while they await community physiotherapy services, treatment with the ESP, management of long-term conditions, and rehabilitation.

As we do not hold an AQP contract for full courses of physiotherapy, at this time, the successful candidate would not be expected to provide long courses of treatment. There is an opportunity to develop this role with our ESP Physiotherapist.

This role is NOT an ARRS; you will be employed directly by the practice.

We are looking for someone with at least four years postgraduate experience, who must be experienced in all MSK and Orthopaedic areas and ideally neurological too.

Main duties of the job

• Assessment of all MSK conditions
• MSK diagnosis
• MSK treatment for patients while waiting for onward support
• Provide support and education to patients with long-term/chronic conditions so they can better manage their conditions
• Short-term rehabilitation for suitable patients
• Work in a primary care setting supporting other team members
• Clear communication and collaboration with the ESP Physiotherapist
• Effective communication with patients
• Administer a clear treatment pathway and follow-up for all patients on caseload
• Undertake self-directed learning
• Engage in CPD activities
• Attend clinical and team meetings held at the practice

Desirable skills include electrotherapy, manual therapy, and taping.

About us

The Grange Practice, based in Ramsgate, Kent, is a training practice with a diverse team including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals. We support ongoing skills development and have a range of training and development programs.

Job responsibilities

Support the FCP clinic as an experienced Band 5 or 6 physiotherapist with duties including assessment, diagnosis, and management of MSK/orthopaedic conditions, and supporting transition and rehabilitation of patients.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc Physiotherapy
• GCSE Grade A-C in English
• MSc in physiotherapy-related area

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.