Job summary
We are looking for dynamic and proactive Band 7 Clinical Specialist Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapists, Osteopaths or Nurse, who have a passion to develop their clinical skills in persistent pain. You will play a key role in delivering excellence within the persistent pain service at Crawley and Horsham Hospitals and our mid-Sussex and Brighton sites.
This is a very exciting time for us as we continue to grow and develop our MDT pain management service across Central Sussex. The persistent pain service requires creative and innovative individuals who can help to shape foundations for exceptional care.
Main duties of the job
You must be a UK registered physiotherapist/osteopath/nurse to apply, with an extensive range of musculoskeletal expertise. Recent senior clinical level experience and experience of clinical governance is essential. Working at MSc level or equivalent would be advantageous. Applicants should be committed to delivering high quality care and have excellent communications skills. You will be required to work between the clinical sites of Crawley and Horsham Hospitals and may be asked to travel our MSK sites in Brighton and mid-Sussex.
You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary service which aims to help individuals to understand and manage persistent pain by developing self-management skills. Psychologically informed practice is key to our service, and you will work closely with other team members to empower people with long-term pain and other health conditions to improve their quality of life. The role involves one-to-one work, and facilitation of both online and face-to-face groups. Individuals may experience other health conditions and mental health issues alongside persistent pain.
About us
The Sussex MSK Partnership is a unique local, not for profit partnership bringing together primary care, specialist musculoskeletal care and community, mental health and well-being experts to deliver the whole musculoskeletal service in Sussex. Our commitment is to provide a truly integrated MSK service that is effective, efficient and compassionate. Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is the main provider of community NHS health and care across West Sussex and delivers care in collaboration with other NHS providers under the Sussex MSK Partnership.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In return we can offer you:
- Flexible working patterns including a 4 day compressed week, to include an evening clinic.
- Supportive learning environment, your clinical development will be supported by advanced practitioners..
- Commitment to and support for your wellbeing
- NHS Pension Scheme
- NHS discount and salary sacrifice schemes, including childcare vouchers
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to contribute to an Organisation which is continuously striving to improve then we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In return we can offer you:
- Flexible working patterns including a 4 day compressed week, to include an evening clinic.
- Supportive learning environment, your clinical development will be supported by advanced practitioners..
- Commitment to and support for your wellbeing
- NHS Pension Scheme
- NHS discount and salary sacrifice schemes, including childcare vouchers
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to contribute to an Organisation which is continuously striving to improve then we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Professional Registration
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy/Osteopathy
- HCPC or GOsC registration
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Post graduate education at masters level
- Attendance of relevant post graduate courses
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post-registration experience working within the musculoskeletal field
- Experience of using a shared decision approach to patient care
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within an NHS outpatient setting as a clinician
- Experience of providing clinical education to other physiotherapists/osteopaths/students/assistants
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including non-verbal communication
- Excellent clinical reasoning in the musculoskeletal setting
- Audit/research skills
- Committed to personal and team development
- Knowledge of current NHS and local Trust/Partnership issues
- Knowledge of musculoskeletal conditions
- Ability to be proactive and problem solve
Desirable
- Able to develop a good rapport with a wide variety of people
Other requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to work between the clinical sites of Crawley, Horsham, mid-Sussex and Brighton
Desirable
- Car owner with drivers licence
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Professional Registration
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy/Osteopathy
- HCPC or GOsC registration
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Post graduate education at masters level
- Attendance of relevant post graduate courses
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post-registration experience working within the musculoskeletal field
- Experience of using a shared decision approach to patient care
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within an NHS outpatient setting as a clinician
- Experience of providing clinical education to other physiotherapists/osteopaths/students/assistants
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including non-verbal communication
- Excellent clinical reasoning in the musculoskeletal setting
- Audit/research skills
- Committed to personal and team development
- Knowledge of current NHS and local Trust/Partnership issues
- Knowledge of musculoskeletal conditions
- Ability to be proactive and problem solve
Desirable
- Able to develop a good rapport with a wide variety of people
Other requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to work between the clinical sites of Crawley, Horsham, mid-Sussex and Brighton
Desirable
- Car owner with drivers licence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
