Junior MSK PhysiotherapistNHS

Job summary

We are looking to recruit an outstanding newly-qualified Physiotherapist to join the Level Health Training Academy. The role is a static MSK Physiotherapy position which will provide an invaluable insight into a broad range of both peripheral and spinal problems.

You will work alongside a large and established team of Senior and Junior Physiotherapists in our vibrant, innovative and dynamic organisation. We have the capacity to create a flexible package to accommodate different working needs.

Level health operates a mandatory 2 year Academy Programme for all newly-qualified Junior staff. To ensure that learning and professional development is consistent, we run weekly clinical supervision/mentoring sessions and monthly in-service training meetings with the whole team, providing a well-rounded, robust, supportive and patient-centred teaching programme. In addition, we provide an annual training budget for the further specialist development of our staff.

Main duties of the job

Level Health is looking for outstanding Physiotherapists with excellent communication skills. You will be working with patients, GPs and practice staff, as well as the Level Health team, so it is critical that you are a confident and strong communicator with demonstrated IT, organisational and time management skills.

We deliver the highest standards of holistic health care and it is crucial that candidates applying for the role share our cultural values and approach in their own management and practice.

We are a highly innovative and dynamic organisation, focused on development and improvement to provide the very best in MSK Physiotherapy. As such, we expect all candidates to have passion and commitment to delivering quality care that is supported by evidence-based practice. We hold regular CPD sessions and expect all of our staff to participate.

Candidates will be required to hold a Physiotherapy Degree and will be registered with both the HCPC and CSP (applied for or obtained).

Job description

Here at Level Health, we are completely focused on our patients. Our ethos is that each patient has a right to have the best possible quality of life. Through our services, we hope to empower our patients and help them develop a sense of independence in managing their own well-being. Complete integration within GP practices helps us to provide them with expert advice and assistance, increasing efficiency in primary care and reducing time pressures on GPs. Our work with Commissioners helps us to deliver streamlined, state-of-the-art services and our talented team helps us to implement a multi-specialty healthcare organisation built on innovation, learning and a holistic belief system. Mo Valli, Managing Director.

Level Health is the largest supplier of Physiotherapy services to NHS GP practices in the Canterbury and Coastal area.

We are looking to recruit an outstanding newly-qualified Physiotherapist to join the Level Health Training Academy. You will work alongside a large and established team of Senior and Junior Physiotherapists in our vibrant, innovative and dynamic organisation. We have the capacity to create a flexible package to accommodate different working needs.

Level Health operates a mandatory 2 year Academy Programme for all newly qualified Junior staff, with a syllabus that includes Clinical Excellence, Clinical Psychology, Communication, Functional Rehabilitation and Holistic Care. To ensure that learning and professional development is consistent, we run weekly clinical supervision/mentoring sessions and monthly in-service training meetings with the whole team, providing a well-rounded, robust, supportive and patient-centred teaching programme. In addition, we provide an annual training budget for the further specialist development of our staff.

The role is a static MSK Physiotherapy position which will provide an invaluable insight into a broad range of both peripheral and spinal problems.

This exciting role is located within GP surgeries in East Kent. The vacancy is focused around Primary care at a range of spacious, modern and well-resourced locations. We work as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, Psychologists, Paramedics, Allied Health workers and a large network of Administrators.

Level Health uses state-of-the-art technology to deliver its services, including the EMIS medical record system, online CPD sessions and the delivery of virtual exercise programmes. We are enthusiastic about CPD and cover a wide range of topics to provide a multi-specialty and holistic approach to learning.

We have a passion for mentorship and we pay close attention to the mentor/mentee relationship. Our clinicians are trained to teach GP trainees on nationally accredited GP training programmes and we take an active role in training undergraduate physiotherapists. Our unrelenting drive for innovation means that we form part of the Regional Spinal Network, Health Innovation Network and a variety of University Research Programmes.

We work closely with Canterbury Christ Church University and the University of Brighton to support Physiotherapy students and their development, providing 6-week clinical placements throughout the year. Over the past year, we have worked with injured veteran athletes at the prestigious golf event, The Simpson Cup, and have been active with a large-scale charity expedition to Mount Everest.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• A focus on holistic interventions, in line with Level Health practices and ethos
• Communicating effectively and participating in organisational activities that support innovation, creativity and that develop positive working relationships
• Independently managing an MSK caseload of clients, delivering comprehensive clinical assessments and evidence-based treatments
• Providing accurate notes and reports, being accountable and professional within your scope of practice
• Striving to improve clinical and cultural standards that ensure all care is administered in line with Level Health Standards and CSP/HCPC frameworks
• Adhering to all policies and procedures that create a safe and respectful environment for both staff and patients to deliver or receive care.

We provide an environment of strong cultural values and a supportive and friendly workplace that encourages our staff to accelerate in their careers, creating the opportunity to achieve personal and professional growth.

Requirements:

• CSP and HCPC registration (applied for or obtained)
• Degree in Physiotherapy
• Flexible working hours
• Commitment to delivering quality care and evidence-based practice
• True passion and commitment to holistic health care
• Strong communication, IT, organisational and time management skills
• Involvement in CPD, staff social calendar and team building tasks

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including, but not limited to:

• Competitive salary
• Annual training budget
• Continued Professional Development opportunities and comprehensive training
• Flexible working hours
• Company pension scheme
• Employee referral cash incentive (subject to Tax and NI)

All applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications from job seekers who require Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK (for eligible posts only) and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. The UK Border Agency requires employers to complete this test to show that no suitably qualified EEA or EU worker can fill the post.

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About us

Level Health's ethos is that each patient has a right to have the best quality of life. Through our services, we look to empower our patients, enabling them to develop independence to manage their own wellbeing. Full integration within GP practices helps us to provide patients with expert care, increase efficiency in Primary Care and reduce time pressures on GPs.

We have a passion for mentorship and devote time and attention to the mentor/mentee relationship. Our clinicians are trained to teach GP trainees on nationally-accredited GP programmes and we run a 2 year training programme for newly-qualified Junior Physiotherapists. We form part of the Regional Spinal Network, Health Innovation Network and are involved in various University research programmes.

Our environment is driven by strong cultural values and a supportive and friendly workplace that encourages our staff to accelerate in their careers, express themselves creatively and achieve high personal and professional growth.