We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine or GPwER to drive, innovate and deliver on clinical expertise, leadership and quality in a dynamic Musculoskeletal (MSK) service. You will be part of an energetic multi-disciplinary team of advanced physiotherapists, MSK clinicians, and psychologists delivering expert clinical care based at three community NHS services in and around Wakefield. You will have excellent clinical MSK skills including being competent to inject under ultrasound guidance. You will also have diagnostic ultrasound skills with the ability to use ultrasound as an extension to the clinical assessment - accreditation with the Royal College of Radiologists is desirable. Opportunities are available for further teaching and mentoring in diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound if required. You will be confident in managing complex cases and will support clinicians in training with their development. Developing and promoting a positive and dynamic image and culture, you will be key in fostering productive relationships with key stakeholders such as local Consultants and GPs. Main duties of the job
As a Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine or GPwER, you will drive, innovate, and deliver on clinical expertise, leadership, and quality in a dynamic Musculoskeletal (MSK) service. About us
Connect Health is the largest and most experienced independent community healthcare provider in the UK, encompassing mental health, rehabilitation, physiotherapy, tier-2 MSK (musculoskeletal), chronic pain, long Covid, First Contact Practitioners (FCP), and rheumatology services, serving over 375k NHS patients per annum across 29 NHS ICBs (Integrated Care Boards). Job responsibilities
At Connect, we're passionate about investing in our colleagues, fostering professional growth, and ensuring everyone feels appreciated. We believe that happy and engaged colleagues provide exceptional patient care and will be motivated to perform at their best. Here's a glimpse of what we offer you: Professional Development:
Enjoy a minimum of 5% of your working hours dedicated to your personal growth and development. Generous Holiday Entitlement:
Benefit from up to 30 days of holiday (plus public holidays) to relax and recharge. Wellness Support:
Access a suite of health support tools and an employee assistance program for your well-being. Performance Awards:
Excel in your objectives and be rewarded further for your hard work. Savings and Support:
Make huge savings through discounts and employer pension contributions. Membership Fee Reimbursement:
We cover the cost of role-required professional membership fees. Clinical Education Academy:
Access a wide range of bespoke learning opportunities. Collaboration Opportunities:
Engage with our entire clinical team. Team Building:
Join in on team-building and away days. Flexibility:
Work in a way that supports home life, through hybrid working options. Person Specification
Qualifications
GMC specialist register for SEM or within 6 months of achieving this. Experience
PGCert, PCDiploma or MSc in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. 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.
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