We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated Specialist MSK Physiotherapist, with extensive post-graduate professional development in MSK outpatient physiotherapy, to join our dedicated physiotherapy team here at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth.
The post holder will assume overall accountability for the planning and management of your own complex and specialised caseload of patients; utilising your advanced clinical reasoning skills and evidence based knowledge to assess and diagnose patients, and implement appropriate physiotherapy management plans.
A member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, with current HCPC registration, you will be an experienced physiotherapist with a particular interest and background in MSK physiotherapy, experienced in working with a wide variety of patients in an MSK outpatient setting.
The physiotherapy department at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth provides specialist assessment and treatment to patients with musculoskeletal (MSK), neurological and respiratory problems/conditions. Our aim is to deliver evidence-based, high quality care, which is achieved through a clear governance strategy, service planning, development and multidisciplinary team working
Located in leafy St John’s Wood on the Jubilee line, minutes from Central London, our independent private Hospital has just been rated the number one in the country for care in the latest Bupa survey. Uniquely, all profits fund our onsite Hospice, St John’s.
Am I the right person for this MSK Physiotherapist role?
- BSc (hons) degree in Physiotherapy or diploma or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration for physiotherapy
- Evidence of post graduate professional development in MSK outpatient physiotherapy specialism
- Evidence of study or intending to study at Masters level is desirable
- Member of specialist interest group is desirable
- Evidence of additional specialist knowledge acquired through relevant post-graduate physiotherapy training
- Experience of working with an array of patients in the MSK outpatient setting
- Experience of a wide range of approaches for the management of complex patients
- Awareness of cognitive behavioral approach to rehabilitation
- Knowledge and experience of audit and research
- Experience of working at Band 7 level is desirable
What are the responsibilities of MSK Physiotherapist?
- To work as an autonomous practitioner, within scope of practice and deliver a quality clinical service; meeting the clinical and strategic needs of the hospital
- To provide highly specialised assessment and intervention for a varied caseload of outpatients within the speciality of MSK conditions, including patients who may have highly complex presentations
- To supervise, initiate and participate in evidence based projects and lead in-service training sessions as required
- To supervise, initiate and participate in audit and service reviews and evaluations as appropriate.
- To develop and foster productive relationships with key stakeholders e.g. Consultants, GPs, patient groups and other links
- To supervise, teach and appraise members of the physiotherapy department team as required
Why apply for this role?
At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our employees a wide range of benefits; from 27 days annual leave, generous private healthcare cover, contributory pension schemes – including continuation of the NHS pension.
When you become part of the HJE Family, these are some of the benefits you will receive:
- Private healthcare scheme worth up to £20,000 per year
- 27 days annual leave
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free eye check-up vouchers with contribution towards lenses
- Free newspaper and media subscriptions
- Local Business discounts
- Discount in our Hospice Charity shop
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Free Cinema Society Membership offering discounted tickets
- Personal development and training courses
- Annual events and recognition awards
- Career progression and increments
- For employees joining us from the NHS, we can provide continuation of your NHS pension
If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.