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Mark Lumb

Mark Lumb

Hockley Heath,West Midlands

Summary

Qualified Physiotherapist with five years of NHS hospital experience, including two years specializing in outpatient musculoskeletal (MSK) care in both a junior and senior role. Management of return-to-sport clinics, supporting patients through complex rehabilitation journeys following serious injuries and operations to achieve optimal recovery and return to high-demand sports.

Passion in snow sport (Skiing and Snowboarding), cultivated from early childhood, has evolved into a professional pursuit that merges personal enthusiasm with industry expertise. Recent completion of CASI Level 2 Snowboard Instructor qualification during three-month season in Banff, Alberta, significantly enhanced understanding of movement, biomechanics, and performance in snowsports. This also fostered development of education, feedback and communication skills in the domain of instructing and coaching skills to others.

Completion of communication as well as strength and conditioning courses has led to more effective, individualized patient care. Enhanced patient rapport and increased adherence to rehabilitation programs have contributed to improved clinical outcomes.

Continuous professional development and research review has allowed maintenance of an adaptive and evidence-based clinical practice. Eager to leverage clinical skills, teaching experience, and passion for individual focussed and bespoke problem solving.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Band 6 Physiotherapist – MSK Outpatients

UHB NHS Trust | GHH MSK Outpatients Department
Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
2023.11 - 2024.11
  • Designed and delivered tailored return-to-sport rehab plans for a wide range of lower limb injuries, with particular focus whilst managing the ‘Return to Sports Lower Limb exercise class.'
  • Gained expertise in sport-related injuries, offering targeted therapies for athletically active patients.
  • Tailored and individualised rehabilitation programs with patient-specific goals at the centre.
  • Exposure to a wide range of injuries and pathology; acute, sub-acute and chronic, alongside developing experience on management of these conditions from a physiotherapy scope of practice.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for well-rounded patient care, inside and outside of our department dependent on patient's clinical needs and desired outcomes.
  • Supported junior staff and students through supervision and structured feedback. Completed student placement assessments and evaluation.
  • Assisted in training junior members of staff in hydrotherapy, under management of the hydrotherapy lead physiotherapist.
  • Contributed to clinic journal clubs and critical appraisal meetings, continuously expanding evidence-based practice.

Band 5 (Static) Physiotherapist – MSK Outpatients

UHB NHS Trust | GHH MSK Outpatients Department
Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
2023.02 - 2023.11
  • Participated in clinic-based education including critical appraisal of research, presentation and team discussion.
  • Development of time management skills regarding managing a clinic diary, staying punctual and professional for each and every patient.
  • Offered guidance on home exercise programmes, enabling continual improvement for patients inbetween clinical contacts.
  • Managed administrative tasks such as maintaining accurate patient records, ensuring efficient practice operations. Utilising effective teamwork and communication with administration staff as part as working as an effective multi-disciplinary team to deliver a more effective service for patients.
  • Shockwave therapy for patients managing Tendinopathic conditions (Achilles Tendinopathy, Lateral Epicondylitis, Plantar Fasciitis.)
  • Managed a Hydrotherapy clinic once a week and utilised hydrotherapy techniques to improve functionality and pain management in patients managing acute and chronic pathology.

Band 5 (Rotational) Physiotherapist

UHB NHS Trust
2020.05 - 2023.02
  • Gained comprehensive clinical experience across: General Medical Wards (12 months), Acute & Complex Trauma / Orthopaedics (6 months), ITU & Respiratory Medicine, Postoperative rehabilitation (6 months), MSK Outpatients (6 months).
  • Worked with patients in various clinical domains, developing experience and perspective to a wide range of pathologies and management strategies.
  • Developed strong interdisciplinary communication, time management and prioritisation skills.
  • Assisted in supporting junior staff and students through supervision and structured feedback in a ward based environment.
  • Worked as part of a multi disciplinary team in management of patients on a case-by-case basis, and development of effective teamwork and communication skills.

Education

BSc (Hons) - Physiotherapy

University of Nottingham
Nottingham
2016.09 - 2019.06

Skills

Qualifications

  • BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy – [University of Nottingham] [2016-2019]
  • Unravelling Strength and Conditioning for Therapists – [Ncore - Andrew McCauley MSc BSc CSCS HCPC MCSP] [Mar 2024]
  • Annual Mandatory & Voluntary training in NHS - [Adult Clinical Life Support, Health and Safety, Infection prevention, Patient Handling, Safeguarding, Safeguarding Children]
  • Developing Leadership, Supervision and Preceptorship - [Kickstart Development] [Sept 2024]
  • CASI Level 2 Snowboard Instructor – [Sunshine Village, Banff, Canada] [Jan - Apr 2025]
  • 5 day Communication Course & ongoing module course completion/reflection – [Stage Academy, Vinh Giang (Communication Coach)] [May 2024]
  • L4 Full stack web Developer - [Step8Up Academy] [Jan 2026 - April 2026]

Job Roles

  • MSK Outpatients - [Static Band 6] [Nov 2023 - Nov 2024]
  • MSK Outpatients - [Static Band 5] [Sept 2022 - Nov 2023]
  • ITU, Respiratory Medicine Postoperative rehabilitation - [Rotational Band 5] [Mar 2022 - Sept 2022]
  • MSK Outpatients - [Rotational Band 5] - [Oct 2021 - Mar 2022]
  • Acute & Complex Trauma / Orthopaedics - [Rotational Band 5] [Mar 2021 - Sept 2021]
  • General Inpatient Medicine - [Rotational Band 5] [Mar 2020 - Mar 2021]
  • Career Break - [Sept 2024 - Present] Upskilling and Qualifications

Affiliations

  • Snowboarding / Skiing
  • Skateboarding
  • Drumming, Guitar, Music Production
  • Livestreaming and Content Creation
  • Bouldering / Hiking
  • Software Development

Timeline

Band 6 Physiotherapist – MSK Outpatients

UHB NHS Trust | GHH MSK Outpatients Department
2023.11 - 2024.11

Band 5 (Static) Physiotherapist – MSK Outpatients

UHB NHS Trust | GHH MSK Outpatients Department
2023.02 - 2023.11

Band 5 (Rotational) Physiotherapist

UHB NHS Trust
2020.05 - 2023.02

BSc (Hons) - Physiotherapy

University of Nottingham
2016.09 - 2019.06
Mark Lumb