We have an opportunity for a Band 7 Spinal Specialist to join our forward-thinking and highly respected MSK Physiotherapy Service. This role involves working within MSK physiotherapy, offering assessment, advice, treatment, and support to patients and staff throughout the MSK pathway.
You will join a highly motivated team of Band 4 exercise instructors, Band 5s, 6s, and clinical specialist Band 7s, delivering a proactive multidisciplinary approach to a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. You will work closely with the team and lead on the delivery of high-quality care, providing clinical support and supervision, as well as leading on yearly IST programmes and service audits.
You will be part of a network of advanced physiotherapy clinicians. Our skilled clinical team can help develop your competencies, provide peer support, and facilitate professional development. You will collaborate with the Spinal Team within the Orthopaedic Assessment Service to enhance your knowledge, skills, and competencies. You will be given time and opportunities to develop yourself and the service. The JOB plan is 80/20.
We are open to discussing flexible hours with the successful candidate.
Main duties of the job
* Manage and treat complex musculoskeletal injuries as an autonomous practitioner.
* Undertake clinics within the Musculoskeletal Service, assessing new referrals from GPs, consultants, and other physiotherapists.
* Request appropriate investigations based on your level of competence.
* Act as a source of expertise on musculoskeletal conditions and provide advisory services to patients, physiotherapists, healthcare professionals, and the primary healthcare team including GPs.
* Lead supervision, teaching, and appraisal of senior, junior, and assistant physiotherapy staff and students.
* Communicate complex clinical information clearly and effectively to patients, carers, and multidisciplinary team members.
* Contribute to the development of the Somerset Foundation Trust MSK team, service development, and pathway design.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we support our employees with benefits such as flexible working options, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, career development opportunities, and access to discounts through our Blue Light Card and NHS perks. We are committed to a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? The region offers a blend of countryside, natural beauty, coastlines, vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, Exeter, and easy access to London. It has excellent educational facilities and affordable housing, making it an ideal place to build your career and future.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to check for any criminal convictions.
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