Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist / Osteopath

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to work within our East Berkshire Service. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and innovative candidate to a Band 6 Musculoskeletal Practitioner position. We 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; once established competencies have been achieved, the post would convert to Band 6. 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, structured, in-service training with development opportunities in FCP (First Contact Practitioner), MSK Triage, Pain, Advanced Assessment Clinics (AAC) and Management roles.

MSK Outpatient work/ physio or osteopath / full or part time / no 'On call' or weekend work / MSc level training supported / multi-site / Free staff parking. The caseload will consist of mainly GP referrals, with some from Orthopaedics. Flexible working patterns.

Main duties of the job

• Work at a high level of clinical skill seeing a caseload of MSK referrals mainly consisting of GP referrals
• 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.

Working pattern + Service operating hours

This post is open to those looking for part time or 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 7FR

The4 "must haves" for you to be considered for this role:

• Qualified Physiotherapist with HCPC registration or Osteopath with GOsC registration
• Previous MSK physiotherapy experience at Band 5 level or comparative
• Sound clinical reasoning and MSK knowledge
• NHS experience or comparative work

About us

Berkshire Healthcare has a record of achievement & success that places us as one of the best performing Trusts in the country. We are rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC, we have a history of strong financial performance, & we have a highly skilled & engaged workforce. Some of the benefits of joining our team:

• Funding & support potential for suitable MSc
• Great career opportunities; over 70% of band 6's have progressed to band 7 roles.
• Flexible working opportunities & a strong emphasis on your work, life balance
• Annual leave - 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service. Pro rata for part time staff
• Excellent learning & development opportunities
• Salary sacrifice scheme for a new car
• Generous maternity, paternity & adoption leave for eligible staff
• Confidential telephone care service providing independent support & advice for staff.

We are committed to equal opportunities & welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.

The Trust is also committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A smoke free policy is in operation on all of the Trust's sites.

The Trust may close any vacancy prior to the advertised closing date due to the high level of responses we receive.