Address To provide advanced level specialist assessment, treatment and education of patients. To determine clinical diagnosis and orthopaedic management/treatment indicated, and to maintain records as an autonomous practitioner. To work independently and alongside orthopaedic consultants in clinic in an extended role listing for surgery, requesting investigations, and any further management.
To act as an independent practitioner demonstrating advanced knowledge and skills within musculoskeletal therapy with a specific specialism in the field of hand conditions. This includes the integration of research evidence in to practice via the process of advanced clinical reasoning and decision making.
To use this knowledge to provide an advisory service to patients, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals, GP's and consultants.
To attend RCH service level discussions/meetings relating to your area of work independently and as delegated by the relevant Senior Operational Manager.
To support research and to contribute to the future development of the service.
To contribute to the establishment of protocols, guidance and patient information for the development of the service
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael’s Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
To provide advanced level specialist assessment, treatment and education of patients referred with orthopaedic problems. These may have acute open or closed minor injuries or complex / chronic elective presentation. To determine clinical diagnosis and orthopaedic management/treatment indicated, and to maintain records as an autonomous practitioner. To work independently and alongside consultants in clinic in an extended role, listing for surgery, requesting investigations and any further management.
To work within the ACP framework and act as an expert practitioner demonstrating advanced knowledge and skills within musculoskeletal physiotherapy with a specific specialism in the field of hand conditions. This includes the integration of research evidence into practice via the process of advanced clinical reasoning and decision making.
To use this knowledge to provide an advisory service to patients, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals, GP’s and consultants.
To attend RCHT service level discussions/meetings relating to your area of work independently and as delegated by the relevant Senior Operational Manager.
Within the ACP framework, to support research and to contribute to the future development of the service. To contribute to the establishment of protocols, guidelines & patient information for the development of the service.
This role will support Orthopaedic Surgeons by screening the routine elective referrals to potentially prevent or slow the conversion to surgery as well as prepare patients proceeding to surgery for their aftercare.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details.
