Physiotherapy practitioner

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an advanced musculoskeletal physiotherapist to work within the orthopaedic outpatient clinics at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Oxford. The role involves autonomous clinical practice, complex caseload management and development of treatment pathways.

The post requires HCPC registration and a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy, with substantial MSK experience and involvement in evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration and physiotherapy qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy (Band 6 level).
• Master’s degree in physiotherapy or current Masters-level study.
• GCP training and involvement in professional networks are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced autonomous MSK assessments and clinical decision-making.
• Manage highly complex patients within Orthopaedic outpatient clinics and contribute to pathways.
• Support junior staff and multidisciplinary teams to optimize rehabilitation plans.

Skills

HCPC registered

MSK experience 3+ years

GCP training

Professional network (CIG)

Education

Master’s degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Main area musculoskeletal physiotherapy Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 18.75 hours per week (includes participation in weekend rota approx 1 in 6 weeks) Job ref 321-NOTSS-8159651-B7-A

Site Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre Town Oxford Salary £49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 11/09/2026 23:59

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visitwww.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

To act as an advanced physiotherapy clinical practitioner within the Orthopaedic Outpatient Consultant Clinics for designated orthopaedic specialty using advanced clinical reasoning skills to provide specialist support and advice to physiotherapy and other clinical staff whilst maintaining a caseload of highly complex patients referred to the service as an autonomous practitioner.

They will use advanced clinical decision making and expertise to guide and support treatment pathways ensuring the delivery of a clear pathway and rehabilitation plans.

Main duties of the job

1. To undertake as an advanced autonomous practitioner, comprehensive assessments of highly complex patients presenting with multiple pathologies, using advanced bio psychosocial clinical reasoning skills, expert knowledge of evidence-based practice,and

advanced rehabilitation expertise to interpret and analyse clinical and non-clinical facts,

which may include very personal, emotive or contentious information. Demonstrate critical awareness of knowledge in the field and at the interface between different specialties.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To demonstrate specialist musculoskeletal knowledge related to screening,assessment, investigation, triage and treatment, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practicalexperience.

1. To manage patients referred to the Orthopaedic specialty clinic for initial contact, assessment, clinical diagnosis and management; acting as a link clinician to support them through the clinicalpathway.

Person specification

• Qualified and HCPC registered physiotherapist
• -Experience of working as a band 6 physiotherapist for a minimum of three years in MSK.
• Educated to Master’s degree level or or currently registered and studying at Masters level.
• Experience of working in all core areas
• GCP training
• Membership of a professional network / CIG

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit totheten core principles

Oxford University Hospitalsspromotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process.Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers /Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Band 5 NurseandBand 2 Healthcare Support Workerrecruitment iscentralised, meaning when you apply you will be considered fora number of rolesacross the Trust. If you have any questions please email:[e-mail] .

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Domestic / catering / porteringservices at theJohn Radcliffe Hospitalare provided byMitie.

Domestic / catering / portering / maintenance engineerservices at theChurchill HospitalandNuffield Orthopaedic Centreare provided byG4S.

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