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Physiotherapist in MSK Band 6 (Eden)
The closing date is 28 May 2026
Exciting opportunity for an experienced physiotherapist to work in the friendly, dynamic Eden MSK outpatient team, based at Penrith hospital (the service provides clinics at Penrith, Appleby and Kirkby Stephen).
This post involves working closely with very experienced clinicians, including advanced practitioners. You will be working in a busy department which receives referrals from general practice (including First Contact Practitioners), consultants, midwives as well as patients themselves. The post provides an opportunity to be responsible for undergraduate clinical education, as we regularly welcome students from the University of Cumbria for both non‑elective and elective placements. You will also be expected to provide support and clinical supervision for less experienced clinicians.
You will partake in monthly In‑Service Training sessions which include all MSK clinicians within NCIC, often involving external speakers. The department runs several successful rehabilitation classes in the large gym area, which is available to use with individual patients too. This role provides great scope for professional growth within a supportive team.
Main duties of the job
To assess, determine clinical diagnosis, and to develop and implement specialist treatment plans for patients with increasing clinical complexity within hospital and community settings.
To perform comprehensive physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations, complex physical and psychological conditions and multi‑pathologies using clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition. This may include interpretation and analysis of clinical and non‑clinical information and investigations.
Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and work within a legal framework with all patients.
To communicate effectively with patients, families, carers and other professionals to ensure an integrated approach to care.
To provide education, support and training to physiotherapy colleagues, students and other healthcare professionals.
To undertake audit and participate in research activities as appropriate.
To work independently knowing own limitations and seeking guidance accordingly.
To complete comprehensive accurate and legally compliant clinical records.
To adhere to all Trust Policies and Procedures.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and offers a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our five key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
* Being a clinically led organisation
* Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
* A positive patient experience every time
* A great place to work
* Managing our money well
We are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and remain focussed on creating an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
We are working together across the North East and North Cumbria to deliver our ambition of being the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Benefits
* 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
* NHS Discounts
* Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Vivup – a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work‑related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Person Specification
Qualifications
* CSP recognised Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
* HCPC registered
* Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or evidence of Professional Liability Insurance
* Evidence of attendance at relevant post‑graduate courses
Knowledge and Experience
* Good knowledge of evidence‑based clinical practice
* Evidence of continuing professional development / lifelong learning
* Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
* Knowledge and involvement in audit, research and critical appraisal
* Knowledge of quality issues and CQC
* Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services
* Comprehensive postgraduate junior experience and rotations
* Experience of using electronic patient records (EPR)
* Evidence of contribution to clinical education of less experienced staff
* Involvement in any CSP special interest group
* Specific MSK experience
* Evidence of previous telehealth experience
* Evidence of participating or leading patient classes (exercise or educational)
Skills and Aptitudes
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Ability to organise workload of self and others
* Ability to prioritise and delegate
* Ability to motivate self and others
* Ability to work independently
* Relevant practical physiotherapy skills
* Evidence of post‑graduate MSK courses
* Evidence of postgraduate teaching in a hospital or educational setting
Other Requirements
* Take an active part in training for personal and professional development
* Willing to actively take part in training of others
* Knowledge and experience of student supervision
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous convictions. The cost of DBS is deducted from salary over a four‑month period or a one‑off payment.
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