Band 6 Specialist MSK Physiotherapist

To assess, determine clinical diagnosis, and to develop and implement specialist treatment plans for patients with increasing clinical complexity within clinic and community settings.

To perform comprehensive musculoskeletal 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 have the capacity to 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.

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 provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.

Our 5 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

As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.

Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.

Qualifications

Desirable: - Evidence of attendance at relevant post graduate courses; - Relevant post-graduate MSc modules or degree

Experience

Knowledge

Desirable: - Knowledge and involvement in audit, research and critical appraisal.; - Knowledge of quality issues and CQC

Skills and Aptitudes

Desirable: - Computer literate.; - Evidence of post-graduate MSK Courses.; - Evidence of post graduate teaching in a hospital or educational setting.

Personal Circumstances

Essential: - Ability to work as a team member.; - Patient focused.; - Organised.; - Flexible.; - Empathetic.; - Reliable.; - Motivated.; - Friendly and approachable.

Other Requirements

Essential: - Take an active part in training for personal and professional development.

Desirable: - Willing to actively take part in training of others; - Knowledge and experience of student supervision