Band 6 Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
This is an exciting time to be working at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation, one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the UK, delivering care to more than 1.6 million people a year through our three main hospitals: Barnet, Chase Farm, and Royal Free. To provide a high standard of physiotherapy service to a wide range of musculoskeletal inpatients and outpatients within the Trust. This post consists of 6 monthly musculoskeletal rotations that include: MSK outpatients, hydrotherapy, rehabilitation groups (lower limb, ESCAPE pain, total knee replacement), and long-term conditions. Rotations may change subject to service demands and following staff consultation. To assess and treat own caseload of patients as an autonomous and independent practitioner for patients who may have acute, chronic, and/or complex musculoskeletal presentations, and maintain appropriate treatment plans, records, and statistics. Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Band 6 MSK Physiotherapist to be part of the MSK Outpatient Physiotherapy service at the Royal Free Hospital site. The successful candidate will be expected to work at a specialised level of practice in the treatment of MSK conditions, with the majority of referrals seen being referred via Orthopaedics and Rheumatology. The main rotation is into the Hand therapy service at the Royal Free Hospital. You will be supported by the whole team and have a Band 7 Physiotherapist supervisor. The successful candidate is required to demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description, and person specification. In particular, you should have proven experience of working in an MSK setting. We work closely with Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners in a range of specialties, the Orthopaedic and Rheumatology teams, as well as the Hand therapy and Pelvic health teams. We deliver a variety of group sessions, and we have our own aquatic therapy pool. We are also supported by a dedicated therapies education team and an AHP research and development team. If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join us at the Royal Free, we would be interested in receiving your application. About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies, and carry out more than 17 million tests. Our size, scale, and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to next-level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. Job responsibilities
The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification documents attached. Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Degree/graduate diploma in Physiotherapy Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration Certificated graduate courses or equivalent in-house training in clinical specialty and management responsibilities taught by experts in their area Commitment to advanced clinical and professional development Member of CSP Experience
Comprehensive post-registration experience with experience in musculoskeletal services Understanding and application of the PT process with evidence of clinical reasoning and clinical problem solving Evidence of CPD in the form of a professional portfolio detailing post-graduate structured, supervised in-service training received/attended Teaching/education of colleagues/ multidisciplinary team and/or public/carers Team working and ability to work as part of a team Evidence of presentation of own research/project/audit work which informed departmental development Thorough understanding of setting & maintaining clinical standards & clinical audit Evidence of contribution to change within the workplace Understanding of role of therapy within current evolving health environment Currently working at B6 level in outpatient MSK department Supervision of more junior staff/TSWs and/or students Broad experience on a rotational scheme Evidence of involvement in research/audit Independently manage groups Skills and aptitudes
Able to work autonomously and use initiative Evidence of specialist clinical skills Good time management and organisational skills Ability to work effectively within different teams both multi and uni-disciplinary, with a willingness to be personally accountable for actions Effective clinical reasoning skills & ability to reflect on own practice Positive attitude to change; self-motivating Appreciation of need for personal accountability for governance issues (to include confidentiality, Health & Safety and risk management) and how these affect self and others Legislation and litigation related to therapy To manage stressful situations by remaining calm, objective and professional at all times Able to carry out concurrent activities (multi-tasking) and work in an unpredictable working pattern; to be flexible To be proactive in service development, liaising closely with seniors/MDT in order to promote clinical excellence Competent IT skills - word processing, email, internet, Excel Commitment to personal and departmental development Problem-solving approach to clinical interventions Knowledge of relevant standardised assessments, and relevant outcome measures 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. £44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS
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This is an exciting time to be working at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation, one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the UK, delivering care to more than 1.6 million people a year through our three main hospitals: Barnet, Chase Farm, and Royal Free. To provide a high standard of physiotherapy service to a wide range of musculoskeletal inpatients and outpatients within the Trust. This post consists of 6 monthly musculoskeletal rotations that include: MSK outpatients, hydrotherapy, rehabilitation groups (lower limb, ESCAPE pain, total knee replacement), and long-term conditions. Rotations may change subject to service demands and following staff consultation. To assess and treat own caseload of patients as an autonomous and independent practitioner for patients who may have acute, chronic, and/or complex musculoskeletal presentations, and maintain appropriate treatment plans, records, and statistics. Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Band 6 MSK Physiotherapist to be part of the MSK Outpatient Physiotherapy service at the Royal Free Hospital site. The successful candidate will be expected to work at a specialised level of practice in the treatment of MSK conditions, with the majority of referrals seen being referred via Orthopaedics and Rheumatology. The main rotation is into the Hand therapy service at the Royal Free Hospital. You will be supported by the whole team and have a Band 7 Physiotherapist supervisor. The successful candidate is required to demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description, and person specification. In particular, you should have proven experience of working in an MSK setting. We work closely with Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners in a range of specialties, the Orthopaedic and Rheumatology teams, as well as the Hand therapy and Pelvic health teams. We deliver a variety of group sessions, and we have our own aquatic therapy pool. We are also supported by a dedicated therapies education team and an AHP research and development team. If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join us at the Royal Free, we would be interested in receiving your application. About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies, and carry out more than 17 million tests. Our size, scale, and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to next-level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. Job responsibilities
The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification documents attached. Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Degree/graduate diploma in Physiotherapy Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration Certificated graduate courses or equivalent in-house training in clinical specialty and management responsibilities taught by experts in their area Commitment to advanced clinical and professional development Member of CSP Experience
Comprehensive post-registration experience with experience in musculoskeletal services Understanding and application of the PT process with evidence of clinical reasoning and clinical problem solving Evidence of CPD in the form of a professional portfolio detailing post-graduate structured, supervised in-service training received/attended Teaching/education of colleagues/ multidisciplinary team and/or public/carers Team working and ability to work as part of a team Evidence of presentation of own research/project/audit work which informed departmental development Thorough understanding of setting & maintaining clinical standards & clinical audit Evidence of contribution to change within the workplace Understanding of role of therapy within current evolving health environment Currently working at B6 level in outpatient MSK department Supervision of more junior staff/TSWs and/or students Broad experience on a rotational scheme Evidence of involvement in research/audit Independently manage groups Skills and aptitudes
Able to work autonomously and use initiative Evidence of specialist clinical skills Good time management and organisational skills Ability to work effectively within different teams both multi and uni-disciplinary, with a willingness to be personally accountable for actions Effective clinical reasoning skills & ability to reflect on own practice Positive attitude to change; self-motivating Appreciation of need for personal accountability for governance issues (to include confidentiality, Health & Safety and risk management) and how these affect self and others Legislation and litigation related to therapy To manage stressful situations by remaining calm, objective and professional at all times Able to carry out concurrent activities (multi-tasking) and work in an unpredictable working pattern; to be flexible To be proactive in service development, liaising closely with seniors/MDT in order to promote clinical excellence Competent IT skills - word processing, email, internet, Excel Commitment to personal and departmental development Problem-solving approach to clinical interventions Knowledge of relevant standardised assessments, and relevant outcome measures 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. £44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS
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