Nursing - Specialist MSK Hand Therapist

  • Department Therapy Outpatients
  • Salary £38,682.00 – £46,580 per annum
  • Closing Date 20/03/2026
  • Location The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford
  • Grade NHS AfC: Band 6
  • Job ref 223-SHT-083
  • Pension NHS Pension
  • Holidays Generous Holiday Allowance
  • NHS discount Eligible for NHS Discounts
  • Contract Permanent
  • Hours 37.5 hours per week

Job overview

We are looking for a motivated ,enthusiastic and patient-centred MSK hand therapist who would like to further develop their knowledge and skills within a an experienced and supportive team. The post would be suitable for either an occupational therapist or a physiotherapist with a special interest in hand therapy. 

This post is part of the  system wide MSK service in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and will include the management of both primary and secondary care referrals.

Main duties of the job

As a specialist band 6 hand therapist you will be integral to delivering MSK services at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals NHS Trust. You will have a varied caseload of both consultant and GP referrals, including acute trauma referrals and referrals for post operative rehabilitation, with a focus on providing quality rehabilitation to maximise daily function. You will independently assess a range of hand conditions and then formulate appropriate management plans in conjunction with the patient.Treatments will be delivered in individual appointments and in group classes. 

 The department has close links with HEI's providing clinical placements for undergraduate students.  We are committed to allocated CPD time, clinical outcomes and providing a responsive patient focused service.  

Working for your organisation

Our hand therapy unit is located within our outpatient therapy department which has a very experienced team including band 5 to band 8B therapists and support workers from band 2 - 4. The atmosphere in the department is very friendly, supportive and proactive. We provide a core day once a month when CPD, mentorship, in service training and attendance at a  monthly staff meeting is encouraged.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

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The well-being of our staff is of the upmost importance to us.  If you are offered a role at our Trust, and fall into the increased and higher risk categories as set out by Public Health England (PHE) and NHSI/E, your line manager will complete an risk assessment with you.  This will be completed in conjunction with the latest guidance from Public Health England in relation to Covid-19.

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In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.
 
Unfortunately we do not accept CVs or keep them on file. If you are unable to apply online please contact the person named in the advertisement for the post you are interested in.
 
We are committed to offering an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the above position and will support reasonable adjustments wherever possible.  In addition, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are male, from black and minority ethnic backgrounds or who have a disability, as these are currently under-represented in our workforce.
 
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment. The policies and practices of the Trust aim to promote an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of all people. At the heart of our policy, we seek to treat people fairly, flexibly and with dignity and respect.

Thank you for your interest in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, we look forward to receiving your application for employment.

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