Rheumatology Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist B6-7 Development post
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Job summary
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is recruiting a Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist. The role supports clinics across Wrexham/Flintshire, providing clinical leadership with an extended scope of practice.
Starting at Band 6 in a development post with progression to Band 7 once competencies are met; includes teaching, supervision and involvement in clinical networks and pathways.
Qualifications
- Experience leading rheumatology/MSK physiotherapy services.
- Ability to teach, supervise and provide training across rotates and staff groups.
- Demonstrated capability to manage complex patient presentations.
Responsibilities
- Take a clinical lead in assessment and treatment of complex rheumatology/MSK cases.
- Attend weekly Rheumatology MDT meetings and contribute clinical input.
- Work as autonomous clinical specialist physiotherapist; develop and deliver high-quality service.
- Develop frontline competencies and provide ongoing training to staff.
Skills
Job description
Main area Physiotherapy Grade Band 6-7 Development Post Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 050-AHP182-1026
Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Wrexham or Flintshire Town Wrexham Salary £40,559 - £57,365 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 21/10/2026 23:59
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to take on the role of Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Clinical Specialist within East area of BCUHB.
The role is an integral part of the Rheumatology multidisciplinary team supporting staff working within rheumatology clinics and musculoskeletal physiotherapy departments in the Wrexham and Flintshire area, providing clinical leadership to the service.
We will consider applicants with less experience to start as Band 6 in a development post to become Band 7 once competencies are met.
It will involve teaching, training and supervision of staff, representing the service in Clinical Network Groups (CNGs) and contributing to the development of clinical pathways by providing clinical expertise. The post holder will hold a complex caseload and support other staff with the management of complex patient presentations.
The post holder will work as an autonomous, extended scope practitioner, with an extended scope of physiotherapy practice to work within a team to deliver a clinical specialist service to patients referred to rheumatology and MSK physiotherapy services.
The physiotherapy service in BCUHB offers a whole career pathway. Service improvement and development is encouraged and all staff have access to regular supervision and training.
1. To take a clinical lead role in the assessment and treatment of patients where the caseload will comprise of mainly patients with complex presentations.
2. To attend weekly Rheumatology MDT meetings, providing clinical input from a physiotherapy perspective.
3. To work as an autonomous, clinical specialist physiotherapist. To work with the advanced practitioner physiotherapist to develop and deliver a high quality clinical service throughout BCUHB. Leading by example; provide a high standard of specialist assessment and treatment of patients in a variety of locations.
4. To develop competencies for frontline clinical staff within the section in order to assess; clinically reason and effectively treat routine cases and identify those with complex needs where support may be required. Support staff to develop skills to identify potential serious pathology in patients referred for physiotherapy.
5. To provide an ongoing rolling training programme and support package to develop appropriate knowledge and skills in the workforce within the specialism and rotational staff base.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
To be considered for this role, please note the following information is provided as general guidance and may be subject to change.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or to view in Trac.
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- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
- Requirement OR willingness to undertake further masters level training up to PGC level
- Ability to travel and to work in a variety of sites based on need
- Prepared to work flexibly to meet service needs
- Able to cope under pressure and adapt work patterns when the situation is unpredictable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Clear vision of role and commitment to specialty
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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.
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