We have an opportunity for an experienced, dynamic and enthusiastic Paediatric MSK Physiotherapist to join our expanding, forward-thinking and highly regarded Paediatric Musculoskeletal Therapy Team in EKHUFT. You will be working in a busy friendly outpatient department seeing both G.P and Consultant referrals.

You will take a lead role in the clinical delivery of Paediatric MSK Physiotherapy Services in an Outpatient Physiotherapy Department as part of experienced outpatient team with specialists in hands, rheumatology, occupational health, acute injuries and paediatrics.

Support will be provided from Consultant Paediatric MSK Physiotherapist, 2 Band 8a Advanced Practice Paediatric MSK Physiotherapists and 2 other Band 7 Paediatric MSK Physiotherapists .

Main duties of the job

To take a lead role in the clinical delivery and leadership of Paediatric Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy services.

To provide a key focus for therapeutic clinical expertise, high quality advice and support to the multi-professional team.

To establish and develop sound communication networks, along with other clinical specialists, in order to provide a high quality, efficient service.

In conjunction with the Outpatient Therapy Team, develop and deliver postgraduate training relevant to Musculoskeletal Paediatrics.

In conjunction with the Team Lead, ensure clinical governance targets are met, including the development of clinical standards and protocols, specialist evidence based practice, audit, research, clinical and non-clinical risk management.

About us

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust, one of the largest Trusts in England, firmly believes in working with people to identify and maximise their ability to move and function and is looking for ambitious professionals who are passionate about patients and who want to work at the top of their game knowing that daily they are 'making a difference.'

Our mission is to provide 'Great healthcare from great people' , and our Trust Values form the foundation of the trusts organisational culture and how we deliver our services:

• People feel cared for as individuals
• People feel safe , reassured and involved
• People feel teamwork, trust and respect sit at the heart of everything we do
• People feel confident we are making a difference

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• 3 years post graduate experience in relevant clinical area
• Clinical educator
• Clinical audit

Skills

Essential

• Highly developed clinical skills in relevant area
• Excellent communication skills
• Teaching / facilitating training

Desirable

• Excellent presentation skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE and CQC
• Knowledge of up to date clinical / evidenced based practice
• Awareness of Key Performance Indicators or service contracts

Qualifications

Essential

• Bsc Physiotoherapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Member of CSP
• Member of SIG
• Leadership training

Personal attributes

Essential

• Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible and adaptable

Abilbity to manage

Essential

• Ability to organise own work
• Ability to cope with change and use initiative

Other

Essential

• To be aware of and adhere to the Trusts Vision, Mission and Values
• Able to travel around East Kent and between Trust hospital sites

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

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CT1 3NG

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