Job summary
Do you have well developed leadership, communication and engagement skills and a drive to improve quality and patient outcomes within an acute MSK hospital setting?
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a physiotherapist with extensive MSK clinical experience to lead and develop the physiotherapists, occupational therapists and Assistant work force to optimise therapy outcomes, working closely with the team to drive quality improvement and support and develop the staff through clinical supervision and mentorship.
Excellent communication skills, strong leadership ability, and enthusiasm for the development of innovative ways of working, ensuring a high quality and effective service will all be required. You will link and work with a variety of stakeholders to achieve this goal.
In addition, you will work closely with the Head of Therapies and other therapy leads to ensure the strategic objectives are met.
Main duties of the job
- Undertake all aspects of advanced physiotherapy practice in MSK field as an autonomous practitioner acting as a clinical expert and role model within Acute Therapy and wider MDT workforce including OT colleagues.
- To take the lead role in the day-to-day delivery of high-quality physiotherapy and occupational therapy, managing resources and conflicting priorities.
- Demonstrate expertise in four pillars required for advanced practice whilst enabling others to develop and reach their goals
- Evaluate clinical practice in conjunction with Therapy Lead and take actions to contribute to continual quality improvement and positive patient outcomes.
- Role model positive, inclusive and compassionate leadership.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as ethnically diverse, disabled and LGBTQ+ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust recognises the values and transferable skills that the Armed Forces community bring and recognise their compatibility with NHS roles.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- BSc/Diploma/MSc pre-registration physiotherapyEssential
Desirable
- MSc qualification in clinical speciality or on pathway
- Injection therapy qualification
- Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
- Leadership qualification
knowledge & experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development via relevant post-graduate courses
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in effectively managing patients with complex MSK conditions such as pain management, existing long-term conditions and multiple co-morbidities and pathologies
- Ability to perform timely clinical assessments for complex presentations with knowledge of relevant & appropriate special tests
- To be up to date & implement Evidence Based Practice, appropriate guidelines and National & local Audits.
- Experience in the identification and management of suspected sinister pathology including knowledge of appropriate local and national guidance
- Experience in managing patients highlighted by colleagues that require Specialist Skill
- Experience with triaging referrals and the ability to make rapid and accurate decisions to improve patient pathway & care
- Experience of leading a department regarding clinic management but also with operational duties when required i.e. managing absence, recognising and improving performance and managing leave.
- Experience in service development, quality improvements and redesign to improve patient experience.
Desirable
- Experience in development and involvement in research
Communication & relationships skills
Essential
- Able to demonstrate inclusive and compassionate leadershipEssential
- Clear and effective communication skills relating to complex clinical conditions and organisational feedback both verbally and written
- Ability to motivate team
- Be team player who has the ability to positively influence & support others both clinically and personally
- Be team player who has the ability to positively influence & support others both clinically and personallyEssential Ability to have difficult conversations when required and to be a critical friendEssential
Planning & Organisational skills
Essential
- Ability to work independently with the possibility of lone working. Knowledge of reducing risks associated with lone working
- Ability to support talent management within the team
Analytical & judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to multitask with good organisation skills both clinically and non-clinically Essential
- Ability to adapt to change and support others within the service to adapt.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
Essential
- Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
- Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
- Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued
Physical skills
Essential
- Ability to concentrate for long periods of time
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- BSc/Diploma/MSc pre-registration physiotherapyEssential
Desirable
- MSc qualification in clinical speciality or on pathway
- Injection therapy qualification
- Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
- Leadership qualification
knowledge & experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development via relevant post-graduate courses
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in effectively managing patients with complex MSK conditions such as pain management, existing long-term conditions and multiple co-morbidities and pathologies
- Ability to perform timely clinical assessments for complex presentations with knowledge of relevant & appropriate special tests
- To be up to date & implement Evidence Based Practice, appropriate guidelines and National & local Audits.
- Experience in the identification and management of suspected sinister pathology including knowledge of appropriate local and national guidance
- Experience in managing patients highlighted by colleagues that require Specialist Skill
- Experience with triaging referrals and the ability to make rapid and accurate decisions to improve patient pathway & care
- Experience of leading a department regarding clinic management but also with operational duties when required i.e. managing absence, recognising and improving performance and managing leave.
- Experience in service development, quality improvements and redesign to improve patient experience.
Desirable
- Experience in development and involvement in research
Communication & relationships skills
Essential
- Able to demonstrate inclusive and compassionate leadershipEssential
- Clear and effective communication skills relating to complex clinical conditions and organisational feedback both verbally and written
- Ability to motivate team
- Be team player who has the ability to positively influence & support others both clinically and personally
- Be team player who has the ability to positively influence & support others both clinically and personallyEssential Ability to have difficult conversations when required and to be a critical friendEssential
Planning & Organisational skills
Essential
- Ability to work independently with the possibility of lone working. Knowledge of reducing risks associated with lone working
- Ability to support talent management within the team
Analytical & judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to multitask with good organisation skills both clinically and non-clinically Essential
- Ability to adapt to change and support others within the service to adapt.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
Essential
- Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
- Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
- Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued
Physical skills
Essential
- Ability to concentrate for long periods of time
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).
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).
