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MSK Outpatient Paediatric Physiotherapist

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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

25d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You must be an HCPC registered Physiotherapist with paediatric MSK skills, NHS experience, strong communication, and clinical note-writing abilities, plus relevant CPD evidence.
  • You will assess and treat paediatric patients, develop tailored physiotherapy programs, track progress, and ensure safe equipment use in both community and clinical settings.

Requirements

  • An enthusiastic, currently HCPC registered Physiotherapist
  • Excellent Paediatric musculoskeletal skills
  • Interest in clinical audit /EBP/ quality improvement projects
  • NHS Physiotherapy experience
  • Assessment, treatment and management of children
  • Standards of record keeping and reporting
  • Range of appropriate therapeutic interventions and equipment relevant to CYP
  • Awareness of the differences of a Paediatric versus adult caseload
  • Good written and spoken English
  • Excellent interpersonal skills: including observation, listening and empathy skills
  • Good organisational skills and to prioritise own workload
  • Ability to communicate effectively with children and young people of all ages and abilities
  • Experience within NHS or similar industry of post graduate level of working in the following fields: orthopaedics, outpatients, respiratory, neurology, paediatrics
  • Assessment treatment and management of children
  • Writing clinical notes and reports
  • Managing own caseload
  • Experience of working and teaching other professionals / parents / carers
  • Working at part of an MDT
  • Experience of working with Paediatric MSK conditions
  • Recognised Physiotherapy Degree Qualification and Registered Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP)
  • Health Care Professions Council – Licence to Practice
  • Evidence of CPD including attendance of post graduate short courses relevant to paediatric physiotherapy

Responsibilities

  • To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own clinical practice.
  • To undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations or multiple pathologies, using specialist knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and specialist manual assessment techniques to provide a clinical diagnosis.
  • To formulate and deliver (from a variety of options) specialised individual physiotherapy treatment programmes based on a sound knowledge of treatment skills underpinned by theoretical knowledge and experience.
  • To evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes as required.
  • To formulate soundly reasoned clinical diagnoses and prognoses and make recommendations for the best course of intervention, developing short and long-term goals (negotiated with patient) leading to a comprehensive discharge plan.
  • To work in the community setting which may include periods of lone working with telephone support from a senior physiotherapist if required.
  • To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment and appliances to be used by patients.

FAQs

What is the duration of the position for the MSK Outpatient Paediatric Physiotherapist?

The position is a fixed-term post for 6 months.

Is experience within the NHS required for this role?

Yes, NHS or similar industry experience at a post-graduate level is required.

Will the physiotherapist be expected to manage their own caseload?

Yes, the post holder will be responsible for managing their own caseload across multiple clinic sites.

Are there opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD)?

Yes, there are opportunities for supported CPD.

Is the role suited for physiotherapists who are newly registered?

This role requires a physiotherapist with relevant experience, so it may not be suitable for newly registered physiotherapists.

Are there opportunities to involve in service development and redesign?

Yes, the post holder will have involvement in service development and redesign.

Is there a requirement to supervise other staff?

Yes, the post holder may be expected to supervise the work of band 5 physiotherapists and students.

What kind of children will the physiotherapist be working with?

The physiotherapist will work with children and young people with a range of musculoskeletal (MSK) issues and physical and mobility difficulties.

Is fluency in English mandatory for this position?

Yes, good written and spoken English is essential for effective communication.

Do you offer any financial benefits, such as allowances for cost of living?

Yes, the role includes Outer London Weighting and a Cost of Living Allowance.

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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) has almost 6,550 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes, Surrey and areas beyond. We provide a wide range of services to treat people with a a variety of health needs, including common physical health problems, long-term conditions, mental health, learning disabilities, eating disorders, addictions and sexual health. We are here to provide support for people through every stage of life. Our catchment area covers a range of vibrant and diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken, ranging from areas of deprivation to areas of affluence. We are committed to providing services that need the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference.