MSK Physiotherapist - HMP Bullingdon in Bicester inBicester PUBLISHED THU 3 APR 2025 Jump to job information section

Depending on experience Up to £47,250 per annum pro rata depending on experience PERMANENT

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Job description

Are you an experienced HCPC registered Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist looking for a new or additional role with career development opportunities? Have you ever thought about working within a prison environment, helping to rehabilitate and support offenders to live purposeful lives as a member of the community?

If you are looking for a role where you can develop your existing skills and learn something new every day, then this is the place to be. We believe in a good work life balance so there is no on call or weekend work.

This role is part time working of 24 hours a month at HMP Bullingdon in Bicester.

You will be responsible for assessing and treating a range of MSK pathologies with some complex and/or chronic presentations. You will need to demonstrate advanced MSK diagnostic and treatment skills, be able to work within the MDT and maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.

This is your opportunity to work as part of a forward thinking, innovative health care team, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, podiatrists and mental health professionals, delivering high quality, best practice treatment. You will also form part of the wider MSK Health in Justice Team comprising of physiotherapists and podiatrists in immigration centres and prisons across the country.

Main duties of the role

You will be closely supported and mentored by our Clinical Lead, and this combined with our well-developed appraisal system, in-service training and funding for external clinical courses, you will be provided with an excellent supportive learning environment to continue your professional development.

With proven post-registration experience of assessing and treating MSK conditions in an outpatient setting you must have excellent communication and organisational skills and be willing to learn and develop.

About Us

When you are part of the Practice Plus Group team, you dont just have a job. You have a career. We work with you to help you grow in your role and take your career in the direction you want to go. Well help you be the best you can be.

We want our team members to feel motivated and rewarded. So, we offer a competitive package of pay and benefits. We also recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance so we always try to be flexible, helping you fit your working life around your home life.

To find out more about working in a Prison/immigration environment, read about John, one of our current Physiotherapists - Life as a Prison Physiotherapist | Practice Plus Group

About us
As our Physiotherapist working with Practice Plus Group you will:
Provide outstanding evidence-based care, listening and acting on patient feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to patients, focusing on both planned and unplanned care.
Deliver non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries. Playing an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients care following our policies, procedures and always considering safeguarding.
Inspire excellence in your colleagues by being pro-active in the management of MSK conditions and motivating the wider team to identify patients presenting with red flag symptoms. You will forge strong working relationships with the Practice Plus Group healthcare team and the wider prison service.
Promote best practice, evidence based care and continuous quality improvement embedding a culture of reflection and shared learning.
Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care supporting your clinical and non-clinical colleagues to do a great job.

Be responsible for your own caseload and waiting list and be able to work as an autonomous practitioner.

Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.

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To work as a Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist in the UK, you will need a combination of educational qualifications, clinical skills, and personal attributes. Here are the key skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications

1. Degree in Physiotherapy: A recognized degree in physiotherapy (BSc or MSc) is essential. This program should be approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

2. Registration with HCPC: You must be registered with the HCPC to practice as a physiotherapist in the UK.

3. Further Training/Specialization: Although not mandatory, additional certifications or postgraduate courses in MSK physiotherapy can enhance your knowledge and skills.

Core Clinical Skills

1. Assessment Skills: Ability to perform thorough physical assessments and understand diagnostic imaging (e.g., X-rays, MRIs) relevant to MSK conditions.

2. Treatment Techniques: Proficiency in various treatment modalities, including manual therapy, exercise prescription, electrotherapy, and patient education.

3. Rehabilitation Skills: Knowledge of rehabilitation strategies for musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical conditions, and chronic pain management.

4. Pain Management: Understanding different pain management techniques and how to implement them effectively.

5. Clinical Reasoning: Strong ability to analyze patient information and make informed decisions about treatment plans.

Interpersonal Skills

1. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly to patients and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

2. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to understand and respond to patients’ needs and concerns.

3. Patient Education: Skill in educating patients about their conditions, self-management strategies, and lifestyle modifications.

Personal Attributes

1. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues and develop effective treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.

2. Teamwork: Comfort working as part of a multidisciplinary team, interacting with other healthcare providers.

3. Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust treatment plans based on patient progress and evolving needs.

4. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in assessing and tracking patient progress.

Professional Development

1. Continued Professional Development (CPD): Commitment to lifelong learning through workshops, courses, and other training to stay up-to-date with the latest in MSK physiotherapy and evidence-based practices.

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