MSK Outpatient Physiotherapists

Bank Partners; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in London is seeking a Band 7 Specialist MSK Physiotherapist to join the outpatient therapy team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of post-graduate experience in MSK settings, strong communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality care. This role offers an opportunity to work within a supportive and dynamic environment focused on excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months paid NHS experience.
• Minimum 3 years post-graduate experience in MSK outpatient, orthopaedic, or rheumatology settings.
• Evidence of CPD and experience in chronic pain management.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced assessment and treatment for MSK conditions.
• Manage your own caseload autonomously.
• Supervise and support junior staff and students.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Clinical reasoning

Education

Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Overview

Location: Royal London and Mile End Hospitals
Salary: Band 7
Contract Type: Temporary

About the Role

Join Barts Health NHS Trust – Where WeCare About Excellence

Are you a passionate and experienced MSK Physiotherapist looking to take the next step in your career? Barts Health NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Band 7 Specialist MSK Physiotherapist to join our dynamic outpatient therapy team at the Royal London and Mile End Hospitals.

WeCare is more than a value – it’s our culture. From the moment our patients receive their appointment letters to the care they receive upon discharge, we strive for excellence in every interaction. We’re looking for someone who shares our values and commitment to compassionate, high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced assessment and treatment for acute, sub-acute, and chronic MSK conditions, including chronic pain and rheumatology.
• Manage your own caseload autonomously, with access to support from senior colleagues.
• Supervise and support junior staff, students, and therapy assistants.
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance, and audit initiatives.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including consultants, GPs, pain psychologists, and nurses.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 6 months paid NHS experience.
• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Minimum 3 years post-graduate experience in MSK outpatient, orthopaedic, or rheumatology settings.
• Evidence of CPD and experience in chronic pain management.
• Strong communication, leadership, and clinical reasoning skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
• Experience in First Contact Practitioner (FCP) settings.
• Experience in hand therapy and working within a chronic pain team.

Why Barts Health?

Barts Health NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, serving over 2.5 million people across East London. Our hospitals include The Royal London, St Bartholomew’s, Whipps Cross, Newham, and Mile End. We are proud to be part of UCLPartners, Europe’s largest academic health science partnership.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a supportive, community-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit an application via our website and attach your CV.