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Clinical Director Hours:
37.5 Contract Type:
Permanent Main duties of the job
Bolton GP Federation has an excellent opportunity available for an enthusiastic and motivated First Contact Practitioner to work as part of our Extended Primary Care service. The First Contact Practitioner (FCP) is required to have advanced skills to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage musculoskeletal (MSK) problems and undifferentiated conditions. This will involve seeing patients, without prior contact with their GP, to establish a rapid and accurate diagnosis and management plan, thus streamlining pathways of care. The FCP will work independently and will not require supervision, which will help reduce the workload undertaken by GPs. Patients can either self-refer or be referred by the network members. About us
Bolton GP Federation is a collective vehicle where Bolton's GP Practices come together to deliver primary care, providing a place for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and coordination. The Federation represents the priorities, needs, and local intelligence of primary care in the wider healthcare system. We are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, and we are proud of the services that we run, which include Primary Care Networks, Extended Primary Care, an Experienced Nurse Network, and the Covid Vaccination Programme. Our mission is to improve health and care. We meet everyday health and care needs for people by connecting primary care systems and using creative thinking to develop, improve, and support great local services. Job responsibilities
The First Contact Physiotherapist will: Take professional responsibility as a first-contact physiotherapist, with high-level decision-making and clinical-reasoning skills to assess, diagnose, triage, and refer patients for onward treatment. Support GPs with the management of complex caseloads (including patients with long-term conditions, co-morbidities, and multi-factorial needs). Be accountable for decisions and actions via HCPC registration, supported by a professional culture of peer networking/review and engagement in evidence-based practice. Ensure care is proactive, preventive in focus, and population based, with an emphasis on early intervention. Provide care tailored to individual needs, appraising the impact of individuals' clinical status on their general health, well-being, employment status (including in relation to function, physical activity, mobility, and independence). Support patients to set their own goals and be confident in their approach to self-management. Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients and carers regarding complex and sensitive information about diagnosis, pathology, and prognosis. Use a range of clinical skills which may include non-medical independent prescribing and joint aspirations. Provide learning opportunities for the whole multi-professional team within primary care at network practice level. Exercise professional judgment, making, justifying, and taking responsibility for decisions in unpredictable situations, including in the context of incomplete/contradictory information. Manage interactions in complex situations, including with individuals with psychosocial and mental health needs and with colleagues across the primary care team sector and settings. Person Specification
Qualifications
BSc or equivalent in Physiotherapy HCPC Registered Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) Post Graduate qualification or evidence of working at an equivalent level in MSK Physiotherapy. Extended scope skills, i.e., diploma/MSc module in injection skills, non-medical independent prescribing, or willingness to train Experience
Experience of working at Level 7 capability in MSK related areas of practice or equivalent and ability to accurately assess and manage complex presentations autonomously to a high professional standard. Current IRMER training and the ability to request X-ray investigations Knowledge of the radiology guidelines applied to MSK diagnosis Knowledge of pathology and blood tests used in MSK diagnosis Demonstrate working at advanced assessment, diagnosis, and treatment Comprehensive knowledge and experience of clinical governance and training, and an understanding of clinical governance in physiotherapy Evidence of CPD and post-registration activity through a portfolio Ability to work effectively within a small organization and multi-disciplinary team Demonstrates excellent analytical and reflection skills Non-Medical prescribing Qualification Extensive experience working as a Senior Physiotherapist/Specialist/Extended Scope Practitioner in the field of MSK Evidence of continuing Professional development Previously worked within Primary Care, NHS, or public-sector environment/team Other
Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance to travel between PCN sites. Safeguarding adult and children Immunisation status Skills
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Clear, polite telephone manner Competent in the use of Office and Outlook SystmOne/EMIS experience Effective time management (planning and organizing) skills Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem-solving and analytical skills Understanding of clinical risk management Self-Motivation Adaptable Ability to communicate complex and contentious information to patients in a clear and logical manner Sensitive and empathetic to distressing situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient High levels of integrity Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Understanding of the audit process 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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Clinical Director Hours:
37.5 Contract Type:
Permanent Main duties of the job
Bolton GP Federation has an excellent opportunity available for an enthusiastic and motivated First Contact Practitioner to work as part of our Extended Primary Care service. The First Contact Practitioner (FCP) is required to have advanced skills to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage musculoskeletal (MSK) problems and undifferentiated conditions. This will involve seeing patients, without prior contact with their GP, to establish a rapid and accurate diagnosis and management plan, thus streamlining pathways of care. The FCP will work independently and will not require supervision, which will help reduce the workload undertaken by GPs. Patients can either self-refer or be referred by the network members. About us
Bolton GP Federation is a collective vehicle where Bolton's GP Practices come together to deliver primary care, providing a place for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and coordination. The Federation represents the priorities, needs, and local intelligence of primary care in the wider healthcare system. We are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, and we are proud of the services that we run, which include Primary Care Networks, Extended Primary Care, an Experienced Nurse Network, and the Covid Vaccination Programme. Our mission is to improve health and care. We meet everyday health and care needs for people by connecting primary care systems and using creative thinking to develop, improve, and support great local services. Job responsibilities
The First Contact Physiotherapist will: Take professional responsibility as a first-contact physiotherapist, with high-level decision-making and clinical-reasoning skills to assess, diagnose, triage, and refer patients for onward treatment. Support GPs with the management of complex caseloads (including patients with long-term conditions, co-morbidities, and multi-factorial needs). Be accountable for decisions and actions via HCPC registration, supported by a professional culture of peer networking/review and engagement in evidence-based practice. Ensure care is proactive, preventive in focus, and population based, with an emphasis on early intervention. Provide care tailored to individual needs, appraising the impact of individuals' clinical status on their general health, well-being, employment status (including in relation to function, physical activity, mobility, and independence). Support patients to set their own goals and be confident in their approach to self-management. Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients and carers regarding complex and sensitive information about diagnosis, pathology, and prognosis. Use a range of clinical skills which may include non-medical independent prescribing and joint aspirations. Provide learning opportunities for the whole multi-professional team within primary care at network practice level. Exercise professional judgment, making, justifying, and taking responsibility for decisions in unpredictable situations, including in the context of incomplete/contradictory information. Manage interactions in complex situations, including with individuals with psychosocial and mental health needs and with colleagues across the primary care team sector and settings. Person Specification
Qualifications
BSc or equivalent in Physiotherapy HCPC Registered Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) Post Graduate qualification or evidence of working at an equivalent level in MSK Physiotherapy. Extended scope skills, i.e., diploma/MSc module in injection skills, non-medical independent prescribing, or willingness to train Experience
Experience of working at Level 7 capability in MSK related areas of practice or equivalent and ability to accurately assess and manage complex presentations autonomously to a high professional standard. Current IRMER training and the ability to request X-ray investigations Knowledge of the radiology guidelines applied to MSK diagnosis Knowledge of pathology and blood tests used in MSK diagnosis Demonstrate working at advanced assessment, diagnosis, and treatment Comprehensive knowledge and experience of clinical governance and training, and an understanding of clinical governance in physiotherapy Evidence of CPD and post-registration activity through a portfolio Ability to work effectively within a small organization and multi-disciplinary team Demonstrates excellent analytical and reflection skills Non-Medical prescribing Qualification Extensive experience working as a Senior Physiotherapist/Specialist/Extended Scope Practitioner in the field of MSK Evidence of continuing Professional development Previously worked within Primary Care, NHS, or public-sector environment/team Other
Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance to travel between PCN sites. Safeguarding adult and children Immunisation status Skills
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Clear, polite telephone manner Competent in the use of Office and Outlook SystmOne/EMIS experience Effective time management (planning and organizing) skills Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem-solving and analytical skills Understanding of clinical risk management Self-Motivation Adaptable Ability to communicate complex and contentious information to patients in a clear and logical manner Sensitive and empathetic to distressing situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient High levels of integrity Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Understanding of the audit process 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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