MSK Physiotherapist - Hybrid

Optima Health; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider is seeking an MSK Physiotherapist to assess and treat employees with musculoskeletal conditions. This position requires regional travel and offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000 per annum. Applicants should have a clinical physiotherapy qualification and be a full member of the CSP. The role includes a structured induction and opportunities for ongoing training. This position is based in the West & East Midlands, requiring flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Eye care test vouchers

Flu vaccination scheme

Employee discount scheme

Life assurance

Professional registrations fees paid

Clinical Training Academy

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and support employees with musculoskeletal and physical health conditions.
• Carry out face-to-face or virtual assessments and produce detailed reports.
• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy treatment and conduct follow-up reviews.

Skills

Clinical Physiotherapy Qualification

Full Member of the CSP

Registered member of HCPC

Minimum of 18 months experience post registration

Post-graduate training in Occupational Health/Ergonomics

Interest in Occupational Health Physiotherapy

Experience of providing functional assessment

Driver licence & access to a vehicle

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: MSK Physiotherapist
Location: Home Based with travel within the West & East Midlands
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum + mileage
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours between Monday - Friday 0830-1630
Right to live & work within the UK is required for this role.

About Us

The new Optima Health is the UK market leader in the provision of Occupational Health and Wellbeing services. Formed by the combination of three leading businesses (Optima Health, TP Health and Healthwork), the new Optima Health is more than the consolidation of the individual legacy businesses, our combined and complementary capability means we can offer unrivalled clinical expertise and industry leading tailored solutions to our clients. Our aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of the UK workforce by supporting healthy high performance in our client organisations, helping them to achieve their full potential through their people.

Optima Health not only provide an excellent package, but we also offer a structured induction and training programme in your first few weeks, with touchpoints all the way through and support from your Line Manager. One of our core values is One Team and growing and developing together is our key commitment. We offer tailored career development and opportunities for further training and qualifications, to support you in your career journey.

Role Summary

The Occupational Health Physiotherapist plays a key role in assessing, treating, and supporting employees with musculoskeletal and physical health conditions to promote safe, effective, and sustainable return to work.

The post holder will carry out face‑to‑face or virtual initial assessments and produce detailed, objective reports providing clear advice on fitness to work, functional capability, and recommended workplace adjustments. The role also involves delivering evidence‑based physiotherapy treatment, conducting self‑management support calls, and completing follow‑up reviews to monitor progress and ensure optimal recovery outcomes. The role will provide the following services on a remote and F2F basis dependant on contractual agreements; initial phone calls, supported self‑management, functional restoration programmes, DSE & Workplace assessments and treatment.

The post holder would ideally be located in or around the West or East Midlands. The role involves regional travel to support onsite assessments, with all travel taking place during working hours. Standard hours are 8:30am–4:30pm, but flexibility is required to support a client with hours of 1:00pm–9:00pm when needed. The post holder must hold a driver's license and have access to a vehicle due to the travel requirements.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, detailed, and appropriate assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to employees on a remote or face‑to‑face basis.
• Identify, assess, and advise on any workplace hazards or contributing factors to Musculoskeletal disorders.
• Conduct workplace assessments such as DSE or work‑based tasks as and when required and provide advice and recommendations as appropriate.
• Always maintain clinical objectivity and impartiality in line with occupational health guidance.
• Deliver effective evidence‑based rehabilitation that adheres to national clinical standards.
• Utilise a bio‑psychosocial approach combined with functional assessment to address barriers to work and inform robust work recommendations.

Experience, Skills, and Knowledge Required for the Role

• Clinical Physiotherapy Qualification.
• Full Member of the CSP & Registered member of HCPC is essential.
• Minimum of 18 months experience post registration
• Post‑graduate training in Occupational Health/Ergonomics.
• Previous experience or an interest in Occupational Health Physiotherapy.
• Experience of providing functional assessment and fitness for work advice.
• Driver licence & access to a vehicle.

What Can We Offer You?

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care test vouchers
• Flu vaccination scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Life assurance
• Professional registrations fees paid
• Clinical Training Academy

Optima Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief or sexual orientation.