Job summary
Are you looking for an opportunity to lead a team within a developing single point of access musculoskeletal pathway. Our MSK Physiotherapy team works closely with MSK Specialist Physiotherapists including First Contact Practitioners, Podiatrists, AHP Associates, MSK triage services, Orthopaedics and other community and mental health services. This role allows the post holder to lead operationally, whilst working across the 4 pillars. Clinical MSK experience is essential as the team will look for clinical guidance and support. The supervision and education of others is key with support to develop these skills is available. Actively participating in and facilitating research including quality improvement to develop the services to provide the best patient care we can. Our team comprises of a range of grades of staff from AHP Associate to Consultant Practitioner and we are fortunate all are keen to be a part of our MSK forward plan. We have many task groups developing work streams such as: Co-production to ensure our services meet the population needs, app development where we have created a suit of videos and evidence base, an MSK toolkit to aid education and the development of local community assessment days, to name but a few. If you'd like to be a part of this service development to support the people of the Isle of Wight and to be a part of an enthusiastic, supportive, motivated team ready to grow under your leadership, please contact us today.
Main duties of the job
To provide skilled team leadership at designated locality in the planning, co-ordinating, delivery and the evaluation of the MSK Outpatient service to GPs and Consultants.
To provide clinical leadership and development of allocated professional staff members and students.
To take a major role in the advanced assessment and management of patients, within this speciality who may have a complex presentation and/or multi pathology presentation, determining best delivery of care in conjunction with the MDT.
To act as an experienced and skilled MSK resource for the service and multi-disciplinary team in the specialism of musculoskeletal medicine.
To ensure appropriate management of a personal caseload and that of the wider teams caseload with onward referral to Tier 2 triage services when required.
Ensure a high standard of education/training is delivered, and facilitate and participate in reflective practice, clinical reasoning, audit and research projects within the department to ensure ongoing clinical effectiveness.
Work with the service manager to manage, monitor and report on local activity levels.
About us
Southern Health is one of the largest NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK, specialising in mental health and learning disabilities, as well as offering physical health community-based services.
With a workforce of more than 7000 and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we're committed to providing the best possible healthcare, reaching a range of diverse communities, whilst placing patients and staff at the forefront of all our endeavours.
We are currently working closely with other NHS Trusts to combine all our collective community, mental health, and learning disability services, with the plan to create a new larger, more integrated and accessible organisation.
The transformation will happen in stages; Hampshire CAMHS, part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust joined Southern Health in February 2024, with Isle of Wight NHS Trust mental health and community services transitioning across in May 2024. The final combination of Southern Health and Solent NHS Trust services is expected in late 2024, when our new organisation, to be known as Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, will be formed.
Our new Trust will continue to cater to the unique needs of different communities, making healthcare across the county more accessible, as well as offering staff more opportunities for career development, training and partnership working.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare in Hampshire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in MSK relevant field.Registration with recognized regulatory body (HCPC/BASRaT). SST recognition is accepted.Evidence of current CPD relevant to the speciality and job role.
Desirable
- Member Chartered Society PhysiotherapyEvidence of post graduate study relevant to the role.Evidence of study at Masters level
Experience
Essential
- At least four-years post graduate experience as an MSK clinician within the MSK setting.Experience of working within a role as a supervisor/mentor.Experience of delivering education sessions/teaching.Broad range of clinical experiences at band 5 and 6 level or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience of leading a team
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Literate in IT/Computer SkillsAbility to present information, written & orally, in a clear and logical mannerCritical appraisal, audit and experience of researchAbility to organise, prioritise and delegateUnderstand clinical governance and its implications for services.Able to communicate effectively with a range of different people including other health professionals, service users and the public.Ability to manage change and performance.Ability to comprehend and work within the Trusts policies of data protection, equal opportunities, and health and safety and meet the differing needs of patients.Current full driving licenseAbility to travel and work across sites to attend meetings etc.Willingness to attend additional training as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in MSK relevant field.Registration with recognized regulatory body (HCPC/BASRaT). SST recognition is accepted.Evidence of current CPD relevant to the speciality and job role.
Desirable
- Member Chartered Society PhysiotherapyEvidence of post graduate study relevant to the role.Evidence of study at Masters level
Experience
Essential
- At least four-years post graduate experience as an MSK clinician within the MSK setting.Experience of working within a role as a supervisor/mentor.Experience of delivering education sessions/teaching.Broad range of clinical experiences at band 5 and 6 level or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience of leading a team
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Literate in IT/Computer SkillsAbility to present information, written & orally, in a clear and logical mannerCritical appraisal, audit and experience of researchAbility to organise, prioritise and delegateUnderstand clinical governance and its implications for services.Able to communicate effectively with a range of different people including other health professionals, service users and the public.Ability to manage change and performance.Ability to comprehend and work within the Trusts policies of data protection, equal opportunities, and health and safety and meet the differing needs of patients.Current full driving licenseAbility to travel and work across sites to attend meetings etc.Willingness to attend additional training as required
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).
