Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist - MSK/CMAT
The University Health Board MSK Physiotherapy service is continuing to work as a fully integrated pathway and as part of this vision, the post holder will be required to work within the Core Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy team and the Clinical Musculoskeletal Assessment and Treatment Service (CMAT). As part of this role the post holder will work closely with Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners in primary and secondary care.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who has proven leadership skills and significant experience working within the MSK field- specifically with experience of requesting investigations (bloods and radiology).
Main duties of the job
This is a split role within the Core MSK Physiotherapy service and the CMAT service. Three days will be Core MSK where the post holder will contribute positively to the continuous service development, and will draw on extensive experience of assessing and treating acute and chronic MSK conditions.
Two days will be within CMAT, where the post holder will hold clinics that provide a single point of access for musculoskeletal conditions where diagnosis is uncertain (but no serious pathology considered). To achieve this, the post holder will possess the skill set to assess, diagnose, refer for diagnostics and treat complex orthopaedic musculoskeletal conditions.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
* Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
* Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
* Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
* 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
* Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 14/08/2025.
Person Specification
Qualification and Knowledge
* Professional registration as recognised by HCPC.
* Significant accredited post graduate specialist physiotherapy courses within relevant clinical area specifically including the ability to request investigations (IRMER trained) and to request blood investigations
* Advanced training to Master's level / currently completing Master's in relevant clinical area
* MSc within relevant specialty.
* Injection therapy qualification.
* Clinical Education Training Course
* Member of the chartered society of physiotherapy
* Evidence of leadership courses/qualifications
Experience
* Significant post-graduate experience; including relevant experience in specialist field.
* Managing a complex caseload using an advanced clinical reasoning process.
* Significant experience working as an autonomous practitioner
* Significant experience in multi agency team working within specialist area
* Therapeutic handling and risk assessments
* Direct involvement with carers and families
* Evidence of supporting service compliance with clinical governance requirements
* Leadership of clinical networks/clinical practice groups
* Experience in assisting in leading service developments
* Experience in staff development e.g. supervision
* Experience in presenting within clinical area
* Performance Management
* Evidence of team management.
* Experience of service development across professional boundaries
* Experience in undertaking risk assessments
* Experience of health promotion and preventative developments within service
* Experience of referring for and analysing the results of tests
* Teaching & educational assessment experience
Language Skills
* Welsh Speaker
Other
* Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
* Flexible approach to needs of the service
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.
£46,840 to £53,602 a yearper annum (pro rata if part time)
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