INTERNAL MPFT APPLICANTS ONLY MSK Clinical Champion

MSK Services, Stafford and Cannock are looking to recruit an experienced Physiotherapy Practitioner to join our friendly and innovative team. You will be required to hold a valid HCPC registration. You will be able to evidence advanced skills as a senior clinician working with patients with musculoskeletal pain and have a clear desire to expand your knowledge & skills with a capacity for autonomous clinical decision-making and problem solving. The post holder would be based in the Stafford and Cannock area and should have access to a car for work purposes as there may be a requirement to travel to different sites within the organisation.

The post holder will play a leading role in our MSK team within the Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) with support from the service Clinical and Operational Leads. MPFT is a large, integrated NHS organisation and by becoming part of our team you will be well supported and empowered to deliver services consistent with our Trust values. We have strong connection and joint appointment with Keele University. The Musculoskeletal Service spans across both North and South Staffordshire providing a vast support network and wealth of knowledge.

If you are able to manage a varied caseload of complex Musculoskeletal patients, committed to CPD and have the desire to develop yourself and the service, with a keen eye on improving patient care, then we would be keen to hear from you.

The post holder will be part of the Allied Health Professions (AHP) providing Physiotherapy treatment and will work in a variety of settings.

Demonstrate at all times the Partnership Trust Values of: Putting People first, empowering people and Working in Partnership.

Be an Advanced Physiotherapist and have a detailed professional and clinical knowledge. The post holder will be an advanced skilled Clinician.

Be responsible for a defined population of service users in a variety of settings across the Partnership Trust including the Community and hospitals.

Be skilled in the assessment of complex/specialist care/support needs and in the development, implementation and evaluation of care/support packages.

Have supervisory, training and leadership responsibilities where appropriate and will have some responsibility for team performance and service developments/improvements.

Demonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problems.

Work with the Team Leader undertaking delegated tasks in Team Management.

Working for our organisation

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are ‘United in our Uniqueness’ and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust or www.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

Please note that you are required to hold a valid HCPC registration to apply for this role and be able to evidence required skills.

For full details of the role, please see attached the job description and person specification. If you do have any further questions regarding the role, please do not hesitate to contact us

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