Rotational MSK Physiotherapist

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Slough is seeking a Band 6 Musculoskeletal Practitioner. Responsibilities include supervising physiotherapists, participating in clinical education, and supporting service development. The ideal candidate will have an MSK qualification and relevant registration. This role offers flexible working options, training development, and various employee benefits such as a generous pension scheme and wellbeing services.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days’ annual leave

Generous NHS pension scheme

Excellent learning opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts at retailers and restaurants

Free parking

Qualifications

• Registered physiotherapist or osteopath with relevant qualifications.
• Experience working in MSK service is preferred.
• Competence in supervising team members.

Responsibilities

• Supervising band 3, 4 and 5 physiotherapists and technicians.
• Involved in clinical education of physiotherapy students.
• Contributing to service development.

Skills

Musculoskeletal knowledge

Clinical education skills

Team leadership

Education

Relevant MSK degree level qualification

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to work within our MSK Physiotherapy Service in East Berkshire. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and innovative candidate to a Band 6 Musculoskeletal Practitioner position. We would encourage applications from physiotherapists and osteopaths with a relevant MSK degree level qualification and registration with the relevant professional body (HCPC or GOsC).

We will also consider a Band 5/6 developmental post based on experience; once established competencies have been achieved, the post would convert to Band 6. For those with more experience at Band 6 level, there are developmental opportunities in FCP (First Contact Practitioner), MSK Triage, Pain, Advanced Assessment Clinics (AAC) and Management. We will consider part time or full time and we would consider a static post at any of the localities if the Service need requires it.

We offer excellent in-service training, one to one clinical development and regular peer support to all our Band 6 staff; currently we are supporting several staff to complete their MSc. Every member of staff also receives a comprehensive yearly appraisal to assist in their development.

Responsibilities

• Supervising band 3, 4 and 5 physiotherapists and physio technicians
• Involved in the clinical education of physiotherapy students
• Service development and involvement in the service Quality Improvement drive.

Work pattern and service operating hours

This post is open to those looking for full time work. The service operates Monday to Friday between 07:30-18:00 depending on site – there will be a level of flexibility in the hours you work depending on service need.

Work bases

• St Marks Hospital, Maidenhead, SL6 6DU
• Smiths Lane Clinic, Smith’s Lane, Windsor, SL4 5PE
• Upton Hospital, Albert Street, Slough, SL12BJ
• Churchill House, Bracknell, RG12 7F

Funding and development

Funding for external courses is available, as well as the opportunity to attend in-house courses. We have an established track record of training funding success. You will also have access to our Clinical Specialists and FCPs for mentoring and In-Service Training.

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values

Our Values At Berkshire Healthcare Are

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Kirsty.Greetham
Job title: MSK Physiotherapy Clinical Specialist
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01189495109