Esp Physiotherapist

Job summary County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) isone of the largest integratedcare providers in England, serving a population of around600,000 people.
We are a highperforming organisation with a track record of success.Adult MSK physiotherapy services sit within the communitycare group of CDDFT and is focusedsolely on delivering improved community services in CountyDurham and Darlington and enablingpeople to live independent and fulfilling lives for as longas possible.
The MSK physiotherapy servicehas worked closely with County Durham CCG to commission anintegrated MSK service for CountyDurham patients (CD IMS).
The CD IMS pathway provides asingle point of access to the fullspectrum of MSK services from routine physiotherapy tospecialist physiotherapy and orthopaedics.
Main duties of the job All patients referred will be triaged by an ESP, who willdirect patients to the right clinician, firsttime.
This may include physiotherapy, ESP opinion fordiagnostics, onward secondary care referralor AHP referral.As an ESP, you are responsible for delivering a leadingstandard of musculoskeletal physiotherapy assessment, triage and care to a varied selection of NHSpatients.
You will work as a Frontline ESPin various locations, as part of a wider integratedcommunity physiotherapy service.
You will be required to perform frontline patient screening with directreferrals from GPs, care navigation andself-referrals; using expert assessment and diagnosis todetermine which clinical pathway will bemost suitable for the patient.
You will also be required toprovide expert clinical assessment,diagnosis and management of your caseload.From initial assessment you will be responsible andaccountable for devising, reviewing andcompleting appropriate treatment management programs to thepatient population, in order togain successful clinical outcomes, in line withyour regulatory bodys standards of professional practice.
About us If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the managerYou must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checksWe provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham.
We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-representedFrom April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents Job description Job responsibilities From initial assessment you will be responsible andaccountable for devising, reviewing and completing appropriate treatment management programs to thepatient population, in order to gain successful clinical outcomes, in line with yourregulatory body's standards of professional practice.
You must be able todemonstrate Excellent assessment and clinical reasoning skills thatthis post will require, within a variety of musculoskeletal, orthopedic,rheumatology and general health conditions Highly developeddifferential diagnostic skills to ensure patients are managed safely,efficiently and effectively Good communicationskills with a variety of people, conditions and within demanding situationswill be an asset Clear evidence of team working and the ability to developeffective and efficient services Experience of electronic patient records and telephonetriage will be an advantage Ability to direct the care pathway for your patientsautonomously, including assessment and diagnostics, provision of diagnosis, appropriateself-care advice or onward referral as indicated Familiar with the IRMER, when and which diagnostics aresuitable and will be confident in explaining their use and implications topatients Injection trained, or willing to undertake this Demonstrate commitment for the role with a strong desireto continually improve as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist, developing aculture that improves quality initiating, promoting and monitoring systemswhich govern and improve quality.You will have be joining a friendly team with otherphysiotherapy who can offer Varied caseload with patients from primary and secondarycare Develop clinical reasoning skills with our triage team forboth online self-referral and single point of access patients Opportunities to assist with student education, fromlecturing to supervising student on clinical placement Structured and advanced in-service training program Regular formal/Informal supervision to monitor and helpyou achieve your goals and aspirations within Physiotherapy Person Specification Statutory Registration Essential HCPC Desirable Member of the CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) Qualifications Essential BSc Physiotherapy /diploma Recognised relevant academic post qualification in relation to MSK conditions to masters level Continuing Professional Development Diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience Injection therapy competent Significant experience at a senior level in MSK physiotherapy Desirable An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Up to date knowledge of professional practice Evidence of comprehensive and up to date range of highly specialised clinical skills An understanding of legal responsibilities within the profession Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner Ability to organise and prioritise and work to 18 RTT.
Evidence of critical appraisal in research and evidence based practice Ability to maintain high levels of concentration and analysis of presenting symptoms from patients Excellent communication skills both written and verbal IT skills Excellent presentation skills Desirable Innovative approach to working life Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery Evidence of strategic planning for MSK services Special Requirements Essential Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post Experience Essential Comprehensive experience including core competencies within musculoskeletal, neurology pain management Evidence of being able to lead and improve clinical practice Desirable Experience of Cognitive behavioural therapy and Bio psycho-social model of care