Advanced Physiotherapist MSK

The Methodist Church in Britain; Abbots Langley; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to learning and development

Flexible shifts

Wellbeing resources

Paid annual leave

Work across 50+ NHS Trusts

Job summary

West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a senior physiotherapist to provide expert assessment and treatment for complex MSK cases within the Outpatient Physiotherapy Department. The role includes leading advanced care, supervising junior staff and students, and driving audits and research to improve practice.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, planning and delivering independent treatments, managing a large caseload and ensuring thorough clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Senior NHS experience in orthopaedic and MSK physiotherapy.
• Registered with HCPC and CSP member.
• CPD with specialist MSK skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialised assessment and treatment for patients with complex MSK needs.
• Take a lead role in advanced physiotherapy care, managing diverse and complex presentations.
• Work with the MDT to plan and deliver treatment independently.
• Manage a substantial clinical caseload and keep accurate clinical records.
• Supervise, appraise and support the development of junior physiotherapy staff.
• Supervise, educate and assess physiotherapy students with universities.
• Lead evidence-based audits and research, recommending changes and implementing revised practice.
• Plan, coordinate and evaluate the physiotherapy service with Therapy Services GM and Team Leads.
• Act as a specialist resource for physiotherapy staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide expert advice and information to patients, carers, relatives and healthcare professionals, obtaining informed consent.
• Plan discharge arrangements with realistic goals and continuity of care.
• Participate in a seven-day rota if introduced and required.

Skills

Senior NHS MSK exp

Clinical leadership

Supervision of staff

Education

Physiotherapy degree

Tools

Cerner EPR

Job description

This bank post with NHS Professionals is for West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust, based in the Outpatient Physiotherapy Department at West Hertfordshire Therapy Unit. The role centres on specialist assessment and treatment of patients with complex musculoskeletal needs, alongside supervising junior staff and physiotherapy students. It is a senior post that also involves leading audits and research, planning the service and a seven-day rota if introduced. Senior NHS orthopaedic and MSK experience and HCPC registration are required.

What the job involves

• Provide specialised assessment and treatment for patients with complex musculoskeletal needs
• Take a lead role in advanced physiotherapy care, managing diverse and complex presentations
• Work with the multidisciplinary team to support clinical diagnosis, planning and delivering treatment independently
• Manage a substantial clinical caseload and keep accurate clinical records
• Supervise, appraise and support the professional development of junior physiotherapy staff
• Supervise, educate and assess physiotherapy students, working with universities
• Lead evidence-based audits and research, recommending changes and supporting implementation of revised practice
• Plan, coordinate and evaluate the physiotherapy service with the Therapy Services General Manager and Therapy Team Leads
• Act as a specialist resource for physiotherapy staff and other healthcare professionals
• Give expert advice and information to patients, carers, relatives and healthcare professionals, obtaining informed consent
• Plan individual discharge arrangements with realistic goals and practical instructions for continuity of care
• Take part in a seven-day working rota if introduced and required by the department

What's required

Qualifications

• Physiotherapy degree
• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Documented CPD with specialist MSK skills and knowledge

Registration & licences

• Full HCPC registration

Experience

• Senior-level NHS experience in orthopaedic and MSK physiotherapy
• Experience in post-operative outpatient rehabilitation

Nice to have

• Cerner EPR knowledge

What's offered

• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Flexible and committed shifts
• Wellbeing resources
• Paid annual leave
• Choice of work across over 50 partner NHS Trusts