Band 6 MSK Physiotherapist

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private healthcare provider in Central London is seeking a Band 6 MSK Physiotherapist to manage a busy caseload of outpatients. Responsibilities include performing assessments, developing tailored treatment plans, and maintaining accurate patient records while observing confidentiality. The ideal candidate will hold a BSc in Physiotherapy and be HCPC registered, with proven experience in musculoskeletal care. This role ensures you contribute to high-quality patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered physiotherapist.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Proven experience in community-based musculoskeletal physiotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive patient assessments and tailored treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate records of patient care meeting confidentiality guidelines.
• Evaluate and modify ongoing treatment programmes as necessary.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning

Patient care

Education

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 MSK Physiotherapist to join our Therapies Team at The London Clinic in Central London, with a competitive salary range on offer. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us provide the best, personalised healthcare.

Main duties of the job

• To operate with a busy caseload of outpatients alongside managing patient related and professional activities.
• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care.
• To undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multi-pathologies; use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition.
• To demonstrate theoretical knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and awareness of the biopsychosocial model when determining clinical diagnosis and prognosis, resulting in patient centred goals and treatment plan in line with evidence-based practice.
• To demonstrate highly developed dexterity, co-ordination, therapeutic handling and palpatory skills for assessment and manual treatment of patients. Assess the patients understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment.
• To keep accurate, legible records of patient care in line with service guidelines and observing rules of confidentiality.

About us

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with state-of-the-art facilities located around Harley Street. We have approx. 1300 employees across 8 sites, where we cover a broad range of specialisms, including complex medical and surgical procedures and a comprehensive range of cancer and outpatient services.

Job responsibilities

• Keep accurate, legible records of patient care in line with service guidelines while observing confidentiality rules.
• Work effectively with patients whose first language is not English, taking into account diversity and differing cultural needs.
• Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients and support progress in rehabilitation and treatment programmes.
• Evaluate patient progress, reassess, and modify treatment programmes when required.
• Work within clinical guidelines and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidance, maintaining a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitoring the quality of your own and others practice where appropriate.
• Take responsibility for the safe and competent use of all equipment, aids, and appliances used by patients.
• Provide the highest standard of patient care at all times.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for ongoing personal and professional development.
• Participate in audit processes to support continuous excellence in patient care.
• Provide comprehensive aquatic therapy assessment and treatment to a wide range of client groups across inpatient and outpatient services, liaising with consultants as required.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• HCPC registered

Experience

• Evidence of CPD
• Proven experience of working as band 6 physiotherapist in musculoskeletal outpatients with experience in all core areas.
• Proven experience of working with a varied Musculo-skeletal caseload

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.