Static Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
The closing date is 31 October 2024
Job summary
1 x 37.5 hours per week
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Physiotherapist who has a special interest in the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Musculoskeletal outpatients service in Barnsley.
Do you have a special interest in the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions? If so this post could provide the opportunity for you to develop your skills and progress your career in Musculoskeletal management.
You will be part of a specialist team consisting of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists, Advanced Practitioners, First Contact Practitioners and GPsi offering a comprehensive and integrated patient centred approach to treatment and management of MSK conditions. Assessment and management are supported by a team of expert clinicians who will encourage staff development at every level.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
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Main duties of the job
As a Static Band 5 Physiotherapist you will be an integral member of the Musculoskeletal team. You will carry a clinical caseload and undertake assessment, treatment, and advice to patients often with complex presentations, working as an autonomous practitioner.
You will have a varied caseload which could include working in community out-patient clinics, hydrotherapy and group sessions.
You will be responsible for the supervision of student Physiotherapists and provide specialist advice to staff, patients and carers
You will be supported to develop with regular training opportunities, caseload and clinical supervision providing evidence of ongoing CPD and striving to provide a high standard of evidence-based practice.
You will be expected to be flexible around working times which may include evening and weekend working.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Date posted
17 October 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-B2002
Job locations
Community Musculoskeletal Service, New Street Health Centre
Upper New Street
Barnsley
S70 1LP
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Community Musculoskeletal Service, New Street Health Centre
Upper New Street
Barnsley
S70 1LP
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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