Autonomous MSK Physiotherapist – Advanced Practice (MIU)

NHS National Services Scotland; Wishaw; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to join the MIU team, providing advanced MSK assessment and management with autonomous decision-making and independent imaging interpretation.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting education and service development while contributing to patient flow and timely evidence-based care. A driving licence is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Registered Physiotherapist with HCPC registration.
• Masters level study or practice at Masters level.
• Postgraduate expertise in musculoskeletal practice.
• Knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards within the speciality.

Responsibilities

• Undertake advanced assessment, diagnosis and management of minor injuries and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Independently request and interpret imaging in line with local governance arrangements.
• Make autonomous clinical decisions regarding treatment, referral and discharge.
• Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professional colleagues.
• Support teaching, supervision and development of staff and students.
• Contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development initiatives.

Skills

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

Autonomous practice

Clinical reasoning

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

HCPC registration

Masters level study

Job description

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to join the MIU team, providing advanced MSK assessment and management with autonomous decision-making and independent imaging interpretation.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting education and service development while contributing to patient flow and timely evidence-based care. A driving licence is required for this role.