Job summary
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) is
one of the largest integrated
care providers in England, serving a population of around
600,000 people. We are a high
performing organisation with a track record of success.
Adult MSK physiotherapy services sit within the community
care group of CDDFT and is focused
solely on delivering improved community services in County
Durham and Darlington and enabling
people to live independent and fulfilling lives for as long
as possible. The MSK physiotherapy service
has worked closely with County Durham CCG to commission an
integrated MSK service for County
Durham patients (CD IMS). The CD IMS pathway provides a
single point of access to the full
spectrum of MSK services from routine physiotherapy to
specialist physiotherapy and orthopaedics.
Main duties of the job
All patients referred will be triaged by an ESP, who will
direct patients to the right clinician, firsttime. This may include physiotherapy, ESP opinion for
diagnostics, onward secondary care referralor AHP referral.
As an ESP, you are responsible for delivering a leading
standard of musculoskeletal physiotherapy assessment, triage and care to a varied selection of NHS
patients. You will work as a Frontline ESPin various locations, as part of a wider integrated
community physiotherapy service. You will be required to perform frontline patient screening with direct
referrals from GPs, care navigation andself-referrals; using expert assessment and diagnosis to
determine which clinical pathway will bemost suitable for the patient. You will also be required to
provide expert clinical assessment,diagnosis and management of your caseload.
From initial assessment you will be responsible and
accountable for devising, reviewing andcompleting appropriate treatment management programs to the
patient population, in order togain successful clinical outcomes, in line with
your regulatory bodys standards of professional practice.
About us
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You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
From initial assessment you will be responsible and
accountable for devising, reviewing and completing appropriate treatment management programs to the
patient population, in order to gain successful clinical outcomes, in line with your
regulatory body's standards of professional practice. You must be able to
demonstrate Excellent assessment and clinical reasoning skills that
this post will require, within a variety of musculoskeletal, orthopedic,
rheumatology and general health conditions Highly developed
differential diagnostic skills to ensure patients are managed safely,
efficiently and effectively Good communication
skills with a variety of people, conditions and within demanding situations
will be an asset Clear evidence of team working and the ability to develop
effective and efficient services Experience of electronic patient records and telephone
triage will be an advantage
Ability to direct the care pathway for your patients
autonomously, including assessment and diagnostics, provision of diagnosis, appropriate
self-care advice or onward referral as indicated Familiar with the IRMER, when and which diagnostics are
suitable and will be confident in explaining their use and implications to
patients Injection trained, or willing to undertake this Demonstrate commitment for the role with a strong desire
to continually improve as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist, developing a
culture that improves quality initiating, promoting and monitoring systems
which govern and improve quality.
You will have be joining a friendly team with other
physiotherapy who can offer Varied caseload with patients from primary and secondary
care Develop clinical reasoning skills with our triage team for
both online self-referral and single point of access patients Opportunities to assist with student education, from
lecturing to supervising student on clinical placement
Structured and advanced in-service training program
Regular formal/Informal supervision to monitor and help
you achieve your goals and aspirations within Physiotherapy
Job description
Job responsibilities
From initial assessment you will be responsible and
accountable for devising, reviewing and completing appropriate treatment management programs to the
patient population, in order to gain successful clinical outcomes, in line with your
regulatory body's standards of professional practice. You must be able to
demonstrate Excellent assessment and clinical reasoning skills that
this post will require, within a variety of musculoskeletal, orthopedic,
rheumatology and general health conditions Highly developed
differential diagnostic skills to ensure patients are managed safely,
efficiently and effectively Good communication
skills with a variety of people, conditions and within demanding situations
will be an asset Clear evidence of team working and the ability to develop
effective and efficient services Experience of electronic patient records and telephone
triage will be an advantage
Ability to direct the care pathway for your patients
autonomously, including assessment and diagnostics, provision of diagnosis, appropriate
self-care advice or onward referral as indicated Familiar with the IRMER, when and which diagnostics are
suitable and will be confident in explaining their use and implications to
patients Injection trained, or willing to undertake this Demonstrate commitment for the role with a strong desire
to continually improve as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist, developing a
culture that improves quality initiating, promoting and monitoring systems
which govern and improve quality.
You will have be joining a friendly team with other
physiotherapy who can offer Varied caseload with patients from primary and secondary
care Develop clinical reasoning skills with our triage team for
both online self-referral and single point of access patients Opportunities to assist with student education, from
lecturing to supervising student on clinical placement
Structured and advanced in-service training program
Regular formal/Informal supervision to monitor and help
you achieve your goals and aspirations within Physiotherapy
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Desirable
- Member of the CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy)
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Physiotherapy /diploma
- Recognised relevant academic post qualification in relation to MSK conditions to masters level
- Continuing Professional Development Diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience
- Injection therapy competent
- Significant experience at a senior level in MSK physiotherapy
Desirable
- An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice
- Evidence of comprehensive and up to date range of highly specialised clinical skills
- An understanding of legal responsibilities within the profession
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise and work to 18 RTT.
- Evidence of critical appraisal in research and evidence based practice
- Ability to maintain high levels of concentration and analysis of presenting symptoms from patients
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- IT skills
- Excellent presentation skills
Desirable
- Innovative approach to working life
- Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
- Evidence of strategic planning for MSK services
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience including core competencies within musculoskeletal, neurology pain management
- Evidence of being able to lead and improve clinical practice
Desirable
- Experience of Cognitive behavioural therapy and Bio psycho-social model of care
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Desirable
- Member of the CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy)
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Physiotherapy /diploma
- Recognised relevant academic post qualification in relation to MSK conditions to masters level
- Continuing Professional Development Diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience
- Injection therapy competent
- Significant experience at a senior level in MSK physiotherapy
Desirable
- An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice
- Evidence of comprehensive and up to date range of highly specialised clinical skills
- An understanding of legal responsibilities within the profession
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise and work to 18 RTT.
- Evidence of critical appraisal in research and evidence based practice
- Ability to maintain high levels of concentration and analysis of presenting symptoms from patients
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- IT skills
- Excellent presentation skills
Desirable
- Innovative approach to working life
- Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
- Evidence of strategic planning for MSK services
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience including core competencies within musculoskeletal, neurology pain management
- Evidence of being able to lead and improve clinical practice
Desirable
- Experience of Cognitive behavioural therapy and Bio psycho-social model of care
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
