Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Physiotherapist to join ECT on a fixed term basis to work as an FCP. This will involved clinical work within Primary Care, orthopaedic clinics and leadership of the FCP's and MSK Outpatient Department. Depending on experience, we can consider this post as band 7 or 8a.



This is a fixed term post for 12 months, 37.5 hours per week.



Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.



To work as an advanced clinical practitioner specialising in Musculoskeletal conditions a cross MSK outpatients / Orthopaedics / and GP practices as a First contact Practitioner .



The post holder will work in an integrated way with the primary care teams within specified Primary care network, delivering first contact Physiotherapy. The role will require working closely within the primary care team and the orthopaedic team to develop strong links and pathways within the services.



The role will also involve providing clinical supervision to Band 7 First Contact Practitioners employed by East Cheshire NHS Trust, working within the primary care and taking the lead to promote, influence and improve MSK pathways through the delivery of FCP roles across the primary care networks



It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.



COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.



Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.



Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.



Please download a copy of the and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.



As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.



We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).



Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.



We look forward to receiving your application.