Senior MSK Physiotherapist inThatcham inThatcham PUBLISHED
WED 15 JAN 2025
To qualify for this role, candidates should possess high-quality assessment and treatment skills, excellent organisational abilities, and strong communication skills. A minimum of 12 months postgraduate experience in MSK rotations is essential. The role also offers opportunities for professional development, with support from Band 7 Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists and a dedicated administrative team. Berkshire Healthcare is committed to equal opportunity and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.
2 positions 37.5 hours and 22.5 hours per week
Interviews to be held 7th & 10th February
Berkshire Healthcareare seeking two organised and motivated candidates for Band 6 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist positions (Full time / Part Time) in the MSK Physiotherapy Outpatient team. The successful candidates will be required to work at either West Berkshire Community Hospital, Bath Road (Reading) or Wokingham Community Hospital. Site options will be discussed at interview. A B5 / 6 Development role could alternatively be considered and we would welcome applications on this basis.
We receive a wide variety of referrals from GP surgeries, orthopaedic clinics and from the Trusts Specialist Spinal Service (IPASS) and MSK Community Specialist Service (CSS). We have excellent clinical and administrative teams ranging from Bands 3 - 7 and you will have access to Band 7 Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists for supervision and In-Service Training as well as links with a team of 24 APPs in IPASS and CSS.
The successful candidates will need to be committed to providing high quality, effective assessment and physiotherapy treatment, promoting self-management and empowerment of your patients. They should demonstrate postgraduate experience for a minimum of 12 months inclusive of MSK rotations and a passion for musculoskeletal out-patients.
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To work as a senior physiotherapy practitioner to provide a high quality, responsive outpatient physiotherapy service for adults & children with musculoskeletal & orthopaedic conditions
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To provide a high standard of physiotherapy assessment, treatment and caseload management
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To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner working without direct supervision.
- To be involved in supervision and education of junior physiotherapists, physiotherapy assistants, technical instructors, work experience students and physiotherapy students
About us
The3 must haves for you to be considered for this role:
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High quality assessment and treatment skills
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Ability to organise and prioritise
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Excellent communication skills
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips see the help with your application document attached once you click apply.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required
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