MSK Advanced Practice Physiotherapist

Job OverviewThe North Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Integrated Musculoskeletal Service (NIMS) are looking to recruit a part time experienced Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner to join our friendly and innovative team. You will be required to evidence advanced skills as a senior clinician working with patients with musculoskeletal pain and a clear desire to expand your knowledge & skills with a capacity for autonomous clinical decision-making and problem solving. The post holder would be based in the North Staffordshire area and requires access to a car for work purposes as there may be a need to travel within the organisation.The post holder will play a leading role in our MSK team within the Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) with support from the service Clinical and Operational Leads. MPFT is a large, integrated NHS organisation and by becoming part of our team you will be well supported and empowered to deliver services consistent with our Trust values. We have strong connection and joint appointment with Keele University. The MSK Service spans across both North and South Staffordshire providing a vast support network and wealth of knowledge.If you are able to manage a varied caseload of complex Musculoskeletal patients, committed to CPD and have the desire to develop yourself and the service, with a keen eye on improving patient care, then we would be keen to hear from you.Main duties of the jobRole IncludesThe ability to undertake comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of complex patients with a wide variety of physical & emotional needs.Having experience of initial differential diagnosis of a variety of MSK and spinal conditions and knowledge of referral thresholds.The ability to undertake investigations incl. MRI, NCS, bloods etc.Supporting with the delivery of structured interdisciplinary education for the team, including day to day clinical support for physiotherapists and other health care professionals. (Internal and external to the NIMS service).To work closely with uni/multi- disciplinary teams/agencies. The post holder may be involved in addressing a range of care/support issues across the spectrum of MSK and pain conditions, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving the health and wellbeing of the population served.Supporting with development and delivery of local and Trust wide projects.To work in collaboration with the operational and clinical leadership team to develop clinical pathways and strengthen links with our external partners and stakeholders.The ability to undertake joint injections as necessary - training will be provided.Continuing Professional Development is essential and identified through annual appraisal. Clinical supervision is offered through groups or individual supervision as appropriate. Join our motivated and ambitious team. We focus on supporting colleagues, developing talent and providing quality.Working for our organisationCome and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.We are ‘United in our Uniqueness’ and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applicationsPlease be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application. Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesPlease note that you are required to hold a valid HCPC registration to apply for this role and be able to evidence required skills.For full details of the role, please see attached the job description and person specification. If you do have any further questions regarding the role, please do not hesitate to contact us.Person specificationQualificationsEssential criteriaPhysiotherapy degree or equivalentDesirable criteriaMasters qualification in relevant areaExperienceEssential criteriaMinimum of 5 years MSK Physiotherapy experience at an advanced level in the UKDesirable criteriaCompetent to order investigations including X Ray, MRI and blood testsSkillsEssential criteriaEvidence of advanced MSK clinical knowledge relevant to MSKDesirable criteriaCompetent to undertake intra articular/ soft tissue injections