Advanced Spinal Practitioner
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SOC 2221 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, and Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
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| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2221 Physiotherapists Most likely code | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
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About the role
Applicants must have experience in the triage and management of spinal pain and pathology, and preferably have experience working as an Advanced Practitioner.
We are looking for applicants with dynamic leadership skills who can think strategically to innovate, support, and develop, the current service.
We have a permanent , 1.0 WTE, Band 8A position; job share options will be considered and can be discussed at the interview stage.
The advanced practitioner role will work across the spinal service providing diagnostic triage to elective, deformity, injection and emergency pathways. Working closely with the surgical team, the service is responsible for over 60% of all the outpatient spinal activity.
The service prides itself on constantly evolving to meet the needs of patients whilst balancing the demands of a busy healthcare system. The service has demonstrated strong financial and clinical impact and has been recognised at national level for its innovative pathway design.
The successful applicants will be responsible for delivering, leading and innovating the emergency pathway as well as delivering, in part, chronic surgical triage. The service lead roles will be line managed and supported by the Spinal Physiotherapy Consultant and will work closely with the Spinal and Neuro surgical Head of Service, Speciality General Managers and Spinal Fellows.
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Eleanor Dunstan Job title: Consultant Physiotherapist Email address: eleanor.dunstan1@n
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Where this offer sits in the market
Physiotherapists (SOC 2221) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~55k in sample- Middle half £34,684–50,024
- Median £41,548
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