Job summary
This is an exciting
opportunity within Dorking Healthcare to join an expanding musculoskeletal
(MSK) outpatient service. We are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated
individuals to work with a team of dedicated physiotherapists and consultants
to deliver a high standard of care to the local community.
The job would be
suitable for an experienced band 6 MSK Physiotherapist. Full or part time will
be considered. We are committed to continued professional development within
our team and have excellent supervision structure in place. You will be
responsible for managing your own case load and contributing to service
delivery. The job may involve some cross site travel so a car is
essential.
If you are passionate about improving
care and making a difference to our local community and if you feel you have
the qualities and skills we are looking for we would welcome your
application.
Please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
Agencies
please note: DHC does not use agencies
to fill permanent roles. Do not contact
us.
Main duties of the job
Your main duties of the
role are to provide high quality MSK physiotherapy, carry out comprehensive
assessment, clinical diagnosis and design. You will deliver evidence-based
treatment plans to patients referred from a wide range of consultants. Work load
will include post-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation including spinal
surgery, shoulder surgery including shoulder replacements, chronic and acute
back pain, Rheumatology and MSK clinic. You will need excellent communication
skills and show evidence of team working.
Please see the attached job description for
further details and a person specification.
About us
DHC is a GP Federation, representing
140,000 patients providing a wide range of quality healthcare services
including elective care, Talking Therapies, community healthcare and primary
care across Surrey. We are registered with the CQC (Care Quality Commission)
and we are an accredited AQP (Any Qualified Provider).
DHC is working at the centre of the
local health system to evolve and deliver integrated care and that requires
strong partnerships with many organisations. In all of our services, we aim to
put the patient at the centre of their care, make sure our services are easy to
access by local patients and reduce waiting times for patients.
GP practices have been brought
together into Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to offer services in the local
community. There are 4 Primary Care Networks as part of the DHC Federation,
Redhill Phoenix PCN, Dorking PCN, South Tandridge PCN and Integrated Care
Partnership PCN. The PCNs are critical to the changing NHS and are the focal
point of all locally developed planning and service delivery.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Become part of a friendly, professional
team
- Opportunities for training
and development
- Membership of the NHS
Pension scheme
- Generous annual leave-minimum of 27 days (plus Bank holidays)rising
to 33 days/year
- Opportunity to buy or sell leave
(once per year)
DHC actively encourage and promote
diversity, ensure all voices are heard and included and are committed to equal
opportunities for all.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a high standard of
physiotherapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients referred by DHC
consultants. Conditions
will include a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions including
post-operative orthopaedics, arthritic conditions, and patients presenting with
acute, chronic and or complex spinal pain.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a high standard of
physiotherapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients referred by DHC
consultants. Conditions
will include a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions including
post-operative orthopaedics, arthritic conditions, and patients presenting with
acute, chronic and or complex spinal pain.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc degree in Physiotherapy
- Registered with the Health and Care Professional Council (UK)
- Evidence of relevant and up to date post graduate training
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of highly specialized MSK treatment.
- Clinical skills encompassing the core areas of exercise therapy, management of pain relief, mobility training and therapeutic handling.
- Sound assessment skills with clinical reasoning and delivery of treatments.
- Computer literacy
- Understanding and use of reflective practice
Desirable
- Experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated.
- Demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered.
- High degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility
- Ability to cope with unpredictable situations.
- Current UK driving licence and access to a car for cross site travel if necessary.
Analytical and communication skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information
Desirable
- Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively.
- Ability to negotiate effectively within the MDT or across a range of services/providers.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc degree in Physiotherapy
- Registered with the Health and Care Professional Council (UK)
- Evidence of relevant and up to date post graduate training
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of highly specialized MSK treatment.
- Clinical skills encompassing the core areas of exercise therapy, management of pain relief, mobility training and therapeutic handling.
- Sound assessment skills with clinical reasoning and delivery of treatments.
- Computer literacy
- Understanding and use of reflective practice
Desirable
- Experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated.
- Demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered.
- High degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility
- Ability to cope with unpredictable situations.
- Current UK driving licence and access to a car for cross site travel if necessary.
Analytical and communication skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information
Desirable
- Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively.
- Ability to negotiate effectively within the MDT or across a range of services/providers.
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).
