Job summary
We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic band 5 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist to join our team and take advantage of the fantastic developmental opportunities on offer. A successful candidate will work in an outpatient physiotherapy clinic assessing, diagnosing and treating a variety of musculoskeletal disorders from a range of sources including GP, orthopaedic and self-referrals.
Given the development opportunities available; this post is suitable for newly qualified and existing band 5 clinicians. Candidates will rotate between St. Richard's Hospital Chichester and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital
This position offers:
Development
Monthly one to one supervision sessions to guide personal and professional development
Monthly group supervision with other B5 staff in the team, facilitated by a B7/B8a
Monthly departmental teaching sessions and journal clubs.
Capacity to participate in service-wide development projects.
Scope to frequently work alongside Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners from the neighbouring MSK service. This presents a rare opportunity for outpatient physiotherapists to directly access a wealth of knowledge and experience on a regular basis and provides a fantastic platform for clinical development.
Collaboration with consultant-led Chronic Pain and Rheumatology services.
Main duties of the job
Variety and flexibility
Opportunity to rotate between two large Physiotherapy departments
Access to gym and hydrotherapy pool-based exercise rehabilitation facilities
West Sussex is an area of natural beauty surrounded by the South Downs National Park and bordered by the beautiful south coastline, highlighted by the Witterings beach. This location is perfect for someone who enjoys the outdoors. It also has strong transport links to Brighton, London, Southampton and Portsmouth.
Who we are looking for:
An individual who has the ambition to develop their clinical skills and who is capable of working within a close team to deliver compassionate care to a variety of patients. See attached person specification for further details.
To manage a caseload of patients with a variety of conditions.
To formulate and deliver an individual treatment programme based on asound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment and reasoning skills.
To treat all patients with respect and courtesy, maintaining dignity andrespecting individual needs and differences, both physical and cultural.
To complete the SCFT Preceptorship programme through regular supervision and professional support (staff in their first year post-qualification)
To be involved in the support of Band 2, 3 and 4 staff as well as studenteducation.
About us
We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex. Our 6,000 staff serve a population of 1.3 million providing essential medical, nursing, and therapeutic care to adults and children.
Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.
We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services.
Why work for us?
- Positive 2022 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture & leadership, and staff wellbeing support
- Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county
- Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Research opportunities
- Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton
- Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
- Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces
- Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA)
- Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast
- Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work effectively as a team member in providing and facilitating a high standard of personalised therapeutic and rehabilitative support.
To provide assessments that appropriately inform therapy, social andrehabilitative pathways taking account of the fluctuating needs of the patient and assist in evaluating the outcomes.
Formulate and deliver a personalised treatment programme based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using specific clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills.
To report and document variances in a patients condition or planned pathway of care.
To offer advice and support and education on healthcare to both patients and carers.
Please refer to Job description and Person Specification for more details.
Who are we?
MSK Health is around 450 people - a skilled, diverse and dynamic team spread across many locations, all working to deliver the best care to our communities.
Coastal Sussex Integrated MSK Service (CSIMS), Sussex MSK Partnership Central (SMSKPc), University Hospitals Sussex Physiotherapy, & Queen Victoria Hospital Physiotherapy have come together to form Sussex MSK Health: Brighton & Hove and West Sussex - The new local MSK Service
Who were here for:
Just like our team, the community we serve is wonderfully diverse, and understanding their unique needs is at the heart of everything we do. Whether in West Sussex or Brighton, were dedicated to supporting people with their MSK conditions, making sure each persons journey is met with compassion, personalisation and the highest quality of care.
Our Partnership: Agreed Values
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We will be open and honest with each other, sharing concerns, information, and conflicts.
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We will be guided by our overarching vision to provide outstanding and impactful MSK care.
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We will work within a clear framework for decision making, that empowers staff and clinicians, ensuring theappropriate levels of support and governance.
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We will have transparent data on performance, encouraging scrutiny and stretch in all aspects of service delivery.
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We will welcome learning, with a no-blame culture for incidents and complaints.
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We value diversity of thought, welcoming a range of skills, knowledge, information, and perspectives.
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We respect all views, listening with curiosity and openness.
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We will provide people with the connection to understand how their role delivers our shared purpose.
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We understand quality is driven by staff who feel supported, and will support wellness, learning and development inall our teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work effectively as a team member in providing and facilitating a high standard of personalised therapeutic and rehabilitative support.
To provide assessments that appropriately inform therapy, social andrehabilitative pathways taking account of the fluctuating needs of the patient and assist in evaluating the outcomes.
Formulate and deliver a personalised treatment programme based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using specific clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills.
To report and document variances in a patients condition or planned pathway of care.
To offer advice and support and education on healthcare to both patients and carers.
Please refer to Job description and Person Specification for more details.
Who are we?
MSK Health is around 450 people - a skilled, diverse and dynamic team spread across many locations, all working to deliver the best care to our communities.
Coastal Sussex Integrated MSK Service (CSIMS), Sussex MSK Partnership Central (SMSKPc), University Hospitals Sussex Physiotherapy, & Queen Victoria Hospital Physiotherapy have come together to form Sussex MSK Health: Brighton & Hove and West Sussex - The new local MSK Service
Who were here for:
Just like our team, the community we serve is wonderfully diverse, and understanding their unique needs is at the heart of everything we do. Whether in West Sussex or Brighton, were dedicated to supporting people with their MSK conditions, making sure each persons journey is met with compassion, personalisation and the highest quality of care.
Our Partnership: Agreed Values
-
We will be open and honest with each other, sharing concerns, information, and conflicts.
-
We will be guided by our overarching vision to provide outstanding and impactful MSK care.
-
We will work within a clear framework for decision making, that empowers staff and clinicians, ensuring theappropriate levels of support and governance.
-
We will have transparent data on performance, encouraging scrutiny and stretch in all aspects of service delivery.
-
We will welcome learning, with a no-blame culture for incidents and complaints.
-
We value diversity of thought, welcoming a range of skills, knowledge, information, and perspectives.
-
We respect all views, listening with curiosity and openness.
-
We will provide people with the connection to understand how their role delivers our shared purpose.
-
We understand quality is driven by staff who feel supported, and will support wellness, learning and development inall our teams.
Person Specification
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites
- Committed to personal and team development
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Sensitive, empathetic manner
- Positive and innovative in attitude
- Ability to work unsocial hours
Qualifications & Professional Registration
Essential
- Professional qualification such as a degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy / Osteopathy
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Physiotherapist or equivalent professional body
- Evidence of ongoing education.
Desirable
- Member of the CSP or equivalent professional body
Experience
Essential
- Graduate/Post Graduate course completed including clinical placements
Desirable
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Basic working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology
- Basic knowledge of assessment and treatment tools
- Articulate and good communication skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Basic Manual Handling Skills
- Knowledge of Professional code of conduct
- Evidenced based practice/ best practice
- Competent IT skills
Desirable
- Basic presentation skills
Person Specification
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites
- Committed to personal and team development
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Sensitive, empathetic manner
- Positive and innovative in attitude
- Ability to work unsocial hours
Qualifications & Professional Registration
Essential
- Professional qualification such as a degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy / Osteopathy
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Physiotherapist or equivalent professional body
- Evidence of ongoing education.
Desirable
- Member of the CSP or equivalent professional body
Experience
Essential
- Graduate/Post Graduate course completed including clinical placements
Desirable
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Basic working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology
- Basic knowledge of assessment and treatment tools
- Articulate and good communication skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Basic Manual Handling Skills
- Knowledge of Professional code of conduct
- Evidenced based practice/ best practice
- Competent IT skills
Desirable
- Basic presentation skills
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
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).
