Developmental Physiotherapist - Spinal Interface Service

Developmental Physiotherapist - Spinal Interface Service (10-Month Fixed Term)
Are you an ambitious physiotherapist looking to develop advanced clinical skills in spinal care?
In collaboration with our MSK Physiotherapy partners, the Spinal Triage and Treat Service (of Dorset MSK) is excited to offer a 10-month developmental opportunity within our dynamic Spinal Interface Service. This post is designed for a motivated physiotherapist who is keen to expand their expertise in the assessment and management of complex spinal conditions within an integrated, multidisciplinary environment.
This is an excellent opening for a physiotherapist looking to take the next step towards enhanced and advanced practice within spinal care.
About the Role
There is opportunity to:
Develop advanced clinical reasoning in spinal assessment and diagnosis
Work alongside spinal surgeons, advanced practice clinicians, pain specialists, and multidisciplinary colleagues
Gain experience in interface working between primary and secondary care
Contribute to pathway development and service improvement initiatives
Enhance skills in triage, shared decision-making, and evidence-based management of spinal conditions
You will receive structured supervision, mentorship, and access to relevant training to support your progression over the 10-month period., As an MSK Practitioner , you will be supported to undertake independent assessments involving complex clinical decision making to plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing healthcare needs and varying degrees of clinical risk.
There is a strong drive for quality improvement across the service and for the development and delivery of a robust clinical governance agenda. Therefore, you will become involved in activities to monitor and improve standards within the service.
Alongside this we will offer -
+ A supportive learning environment
+ Regular clinical supervision and mentorship
+ Opportunities to participate in service development and audit
+ Exposure to complex spinal caseloads
+ A chance to enhance your career trajectory within advanced MSK practice
To make the best of this opportunity the post holder is likely to need to work flexibly across different locations with some variation to start and finish times.
The role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Has a strong interest in MSK and spinal conditions
Demonstrates excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills
Is motivated, proactive, and committed to professional development
Enjoys working collaboratively within a MDT.
At least 3 years experience in MSK experience is essential. Experience in spinal services is desirable but not required.

Working for our organisation
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

At Dorset HealthCare we want to offer all our staff the opportunity to work flexibly, putting health and wellbeing first, whilst continuing the delivery of excellent patient care. Flexible working looks different for everyone and we welcome applicants to discuss flexible working opportunities with the recruiting manager.
What working for us will provide:
+ 27 days of annual leave, rising to 33 over ten years (for staff on Agenda for Change terms and conditions)
+ Excellent NHS pension scheme
+ Health and wellbeing services
+ Flexible working options, including family-friendly hours
+ Free training and one-to-one career coaching to reach your career goals
+ Preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses and AHPs
+ Access to nine staff networks - have a voice and transform our Trust
+ Relocation costs where applicable
+ Salary sacrifice scheme opportunities - including childcare vouchers, car lease and cycle scheme, home technology equipment, and buying annual leave
+ NHS discounts to save on your shopping, gym membership and more
Visit our careers website to learn more about our culture, staff stories, benefits, development programmes and opportunities.
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