Passionate about Paediatric MSk Physiotherapy and looking for your next career move? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual, with excellent communication and organisational skills, to join the Paediatric MSk Physiotherapy Team at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder must have experience of working within paediatric physiotherapy and proven clinical skills for assessing and treating trauma and orthopaedic conditions.
Within the dedicated Paediatric MSk Physiotherapy Team, our aim is to provide expert physiotherapy intervention and advice to children and young people from 0-18 years. We provide advice, education and support to their families, carers and other professionals working alongside them and support seamless transition into adult services where required.
You will be an effective team player who is flexible, enthusiastic and focused on the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. Services are delivered from community clinic bases within Bolton, requiring you to be a car owner and driver. Excellent time management skills are needed for effective caseload management. Commitment to service development is essential.
We kindly request previous applicants need not apply.
A Band 5 to 6 progression post would be considered for a successful candidate who requires further experience and exposure to fulfil all aspects of the role.
Main duties of the job
Assessment and treatment of a broad range of specialist MSK conditions within the outpatient setting, including group sessions. Advanced clinical reasoning skills and a problem solving approach to patient care. Managing a caseload of patients, including children and young people with complex presentations. Working effectively, both independently and as part of a team. Dealing with complex, sensitive and emotive situations. Communicating effectively with children and young people, their families/carers and the MDT. Commitment to continuing professional development and evidence based practice. Supervision and support of physiotherapy learners, therapy assistants and Band 5 physiotherapists. Deputising on behalf of Band 7 colleagues. Contributing to service improvement. Participation in the team in-service training programme. Knowledge of quality governance and the wider healthcare agenda. Adherence to relevant local and national policies/guidance.
About us
Here at Bolton our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We ensure our patients receive the highest quality of care and are guided by our trust values. We are proud that our trust is a centre of excellence for maternity, neonatal and care for children, and that it has been rated as 'Good' by the Quality Care Commission (CQC). This is in recognition of the patient experience and quality of care that our staff provide to patients. It is also supported by our Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professional Framework for Professional Practice.
The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of and provide the best possible care to the population in which we serve and ensure that our staff has joy and pride in their work. We are striving to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve. We value our staff and can offer excellent opportunities for further training and development. We are keen to reflect our local population and therefore applications from all sectors of the community are welcomed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details regarding the requirements and responsibilities of this role, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC registration Post-graduate MSk training
Desirable
CSP membership Relevant clinical interest group membership Pilates certification Acupuncture qualification Practice Educator training
Experience
Essential
Significant MSk experience Paediatric experience Complex caseload management MDT working Supporting/educating others Service development/improvement
Desirable
Paediatric MSk/rheumatology/neuro experience Hydrotherapy experience Clinical audit Virtual clinics
Skills
Essential
Advanced assessment/treatment skills Advanced clinical reasoning/problem solving skills Effective communication Effective time management Dealing with stressful/distressing/emotional situations Supporting patients/carers and families IT skills
Knowledge
Essential
Sound understanding of paediatric conditions/pathologies Specialist training/experience for complex conditions Increased knowledge through CPD Knowledge of current NHS/service pressures
Desirable
Rheumatology conditions Wound care/management
Other
Essential
Ability to travel between clinical bases Flexible working
Employer details
Employer name
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Breightmet Health Centre
Breightmet Fold Lane
Bolton
BL2 6NT
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual, with excellent communication and organisational skills, to join the Paediatric MSk Physiotherapy Team at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder must have experience of working within paediatric physiotherapy and proven clinical skills for assessing and treating trauma and orthopaedic conditions.
Within the dedicated Paediatric MSk Physiotherapy Team, our aim is to provide expert physiotherapy intervention and advice to children and young people from 0-18 years. We provide advice, education and support to their families, carers and other professionals working alongside them and support seamless transition into adult services where required.
You will be an effective team player who is flexible, enthusiastic and focused on the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. Services are delivered from community clinic bases within Bolton, requiring you to be a car owner and driver. Excellent time management skills are needed for effective caseload management. Commitment to service development is essential.
We kindly request previous applicants need not apply.
A Band 5 to 6 progression post would be considered for a successful candidate who requires further experience and exposure to fulfil all aspects of the role.
Main duties of the job
Assessment and treatment of a broad range of specialist MSK conditions within the outpatient setting, including group sessions. Advanced clinical reasoning skills and a problem solving approach to patient care. Managing a caseload of patients, including children and young people with complex presentations. Working effectively, both independently and as part of a team. Dealing with complex, sensitive and emotive situations. Communicating effectively with children and young people, their families/carers and the MDT. Commitment to continuing professional development and evidence based practice. Supervision and support of physiotherapy learners, therapy assistants and Band 5 physiotherapists. Deputising on behalf of Band 7 colleagues. Contributing to service improvement. Participation in the team in-service training programme. Knowledge of quality governance and the wider healthcare agenda. Adherence to relevant local and national policies/guidance.
About us
Here at Bolton our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We ensure our patients receive the highest quality of care and are guided by our trust values. We are proud that our trust is a centre of excellence for maternity, neonatal and care for children, and that it has been rated as 'Good' by the Quality Care Commission (CQC). This is in recognition of the patient experience and quality of care that our staff provide to patients. It is also supported by our Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professional Framework for Professional Practice.
The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of and provide the best possible care to the population in which we serve and ensure that our staff has joy and pride in their work. We are striving to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve. We value our staff and can offer excellent opportunities for further training and development. We are keen to reflect our local population and therefore applications from all sectors of the community are welcomed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details regarding the requirements and responsibilities of this role, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC registration Post-graduate MSk training
Desirable
CSP membership Relevant clinical interest group membership Pilates certification Acupuncture qualification Practice Educator training
Experience
Essential
Significant MSk experience Paediatric experience Complex caseload management MDT working Supporting/educating others Service development/improvement
Desirable
Paediatric MSk/rheumatology/neuro experience Hydrotherapy experience Clinical audit Virtual clinics
Skills
Essential
Advanced assessment/treatment skills Advanced clinical reasoning/problem solving skills Effective communication Effective time management Dealing with stressful/distressing/emotional situations Supporting patients/carers and families IT skills
Knowledge
Essential
Sound understanding of paediatric conditions/pathologies Specialist training/experience for complex conditions Increased knowledge through CPD Knowledge of current NHS/service pressures
Desirable
Rheumatology conditions Wound care/management
Other
Essential
Ability to travel between clinical bases Flexible working
Employer details
Employer name
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Breightmet Health Centre
Breightmet Fold Lane
Bolton
BL2 6NT
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
