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West London NHS Trust

Dec 18

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Sports & Fitness
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills, the ability to assess and plan treatment for musculoskeletal complaints, and experience in multidisciplinary teamwork.
  • You will assess patients, set treatment goals, plan sessions, monitor progress, ensure safe discharge, collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, and support assistants in clinical matters.

Requirements

  • As the successful candidate you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Good organisation skills: able to plan own work but also work effectively within a team.
  • Ability to prioritise and make sound decisions, sometimes under pressure.
  • You will carry a varied caseload of musculoskeletal complaints with a view to utilise all treatment and care options as appropriate, with the support of a named supervisor.
  • To carry out effective and appropriate assessments using knowledge and skills combined with clinical reasoning and also to contribute towards accurate diagnosis.
  • Work with patients to identify and agree treatment goals delivering patient centred care based on assessment out-comes, which demonstrate a good knowledge of the complex interaction of risk, safety, patient choice, shared decision making, independence, areas of conflict and eligibility for the services.
  • Use communication, reasoning and negotiation skills to establish a working partnership with patients, families and carers identifying barriers to communication.
  • Plan and lead patient group sessions as clinically relevant.
  • Address all risk areas associated with individual patient’s ability to function.
  • Contribute to effective discharge planning.
  • Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of interventions/treatments using outcome measures.
  • Represent the Physiotherapy Service within the multidisciplinary team and participate in relevant team/network meetings, clinics and to contribute to the discussion and planning of patient care.
  • Work with assistants and technical instructors regarding clinical caseloads and provide necessary support on clinical issues.

Responsibilities

  • To carry out effective and appropriate assessments using knowledge and skills combined with clinical reasoning and also to contribute towards accurate diagnosis.
  • Work with patients to identify and agree treatment goals delivering patient centred care based on assessment outcomes, which demonstrate a good knowledge of the complex interaction of risk, safety, patient choice, shared decision making, independence, areas of conflict and eligibility for the services.
  • Use communication, reasoning and negotiation skills to establish a working partnership with patients, families and carers identifying barriers to communication.
  • Plan and lead patient group sessions as clinically relevant.
  • Address all risk areas associated with individual patient’s ability to function.
  • Contribute to effective discharge planning.
  • Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of interventions/treatments using outcome measures.
  • Represent the Physiotherapy Service within the multidisciplinary team and participate in relevant team/network meetings, clinics and contribute to the discussion and planning of patient care.
  • Work with assistants and technical instructors regarding clinical caseloads and provide necessary support on clinical issues.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Physiotherapist, specifically a band 6 MSK physiotherapist.

What skills are essential for the role?

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong leadership skills, and good organization skills are essential for the role.

What type of patient cases will I be handling?

You will carry a varied caseload of musculoskeletal complaints.

Is there support available for professional development?

Yes, there is an in-house development program to help you continue developing your clinical skills.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

You will be fully integrated into a larger team, focusing on delivering high-quality care.

What will my role include regarding patient assessments?

You will conduct effective and appropriate assessments using your knowledge, skills, and clinical reasoning to contribute towards accurate diagnosis.

How will treatment goals be established with patients?

You will work with patients to identify and agree on treatment goals, delivering patient-centered care based on assessment outcomes.

Will there be opportunities to lead patient sessions?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to plan and lead patient group sessions as clinically relevant.

How does the Trust ensure patient safety?

You will address all risk areas associated with individual patients' ability to function and contribute to effective discharge planning.

Can I expect to work with other healthcare professionals?

Yes, you will represent the Physiotherapy Service within the multidisciplinary team and participate in relevant team/network meetings.

Will I be supervising other team members?

Yes, you will work with assistants and technical instructors regarding clinical caseloads and provide necessary support on clinical issues.

How does the Trust support diversity?

The Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, employing a significant percentage of BME staff.

Who can I contact for more information about this position?

You can contact Taneesha Dhillon, the MSK Service Manager, at taneesha.dhillon1@nhs.net for further details or informal visits.

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West London NHS Trust

West London NHS Trust is one the most diverse providers of NHS mental and physical health care in the UK.

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Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.