MSK Physiotherapist - Band 6 Specialist & Educator

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27-day holiday scheme

NHS Discounts

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Vivup support

Disability/Armed Forces schemes

Job summary

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust in Carlisle is seeking an experienced Band 6 Specialist MSK Physiotherapist to join the integrated MSK outpatient team based at The Sands Centre. There are opportunities to work across satellite clinics and contribute to undergraduate education at the University of Cumbria clinic.

You will work with senior clinicians, provide supervision to junior staff, participate in in-service training, and engage in audit and research activities to drive

Qualifications

• CSP recognised Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy or equivalent degree in rehabilitation or therapy.
• HCPC registered.
• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or evidence of Professional Liability Insurance.
• Evidence of attendance at relevant post graduate courses.

Responsibilities

• To assess, determine clinical diagnosis, and to develop and implement specialist treatment plans for patients with increasing clinical complexity within clinic and community settings.
• To perform comprehensive musculoskeletal assessment of patients with diverse presentations, complex physical and psychological conditions and multi-pathologies using clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition.
• Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with all patients.
• To communicate effectively with patients, families, carers and other professionals to ensure an integrated approach to care.
• To provide education, support and training to physiotherapy colleagues, students and other healthcare professionals.
• To undertake audit and participate in research activities as appropriate.
• To work independently knowing own limitations and seeking guidance accordingly.
• To complete comprehensive accurate and legally compliant clinical records
• To adhere to all Trust Policies and Procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Prioritisation

Independent working

Physiotherapy skills

Teaching capability

Education

CSP recognised degree/ diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC registered

Member of CSP or evidence of Professional Liability Insurance

Post-graduate courses evidence

Job description

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust in Carlisle is seeking an experienced Band 6 Specialist MSK Physiotherapist to join the integrated MSK outpatient team based at The Sands Centre. There are opportunities to work across satellite clinics and contribute to undergraduate education at the University of Cumbria clinic.

You will work with senior clinicians, provide supervision to junior staff, participate in in-service training, and engage in audit and research activities to drive