MSK Physiotherapist - Hybrid

Optima Health; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider is seeking a Physiotherapist to support employees with musculoskeletal health conditions. The role involves both remote and face-to-face assessments in Gateshead/Stockton. Candidates should have clinical qualifications, CSP membership, and at least 18 months of experience. Competitive salary and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• CSP membership and HCPC registration are essential.
• Previous experience or interest in Occupational Health Physiotherapy.
• Driver's license and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat employees with musculoskeletal conditions.
• Conduct workplace assessments for hazards and concerns.
• Deliver evidence-based rehabilitation and treatment.

Skills

Clinical Physiotherapy Qualification

Full Member of the CSP

Registered member of HCPC

Post-graduate training in Occupational Health/Ergonomics

18 months experience post registration

Experience providing functional assessment

Education

Clinical Physiotherapy Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Physiotherapist
Location: Hybrid - Gateshead/Stockton
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time or Part Time- 30 hours -37.5 hours between Monday - Friday
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 the contractual agreements; initial phone calls, supported self-management, functional restoration programmes, DSE & Workplace assessments and treatment.

The post holder must be able to cover on-site working two days a week 1pm until 9pm in Gateshead/Stockton, and the rest of the days at home 9am-5pm. The post holder must hold a driver's license and have access to a vehicle.

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.
• Post-graduate training in Occupational Health/Ergonomics.
• Minimum of 18 months experience post registration
• Previous experience or an interest in Occupational Health Physiotherapy.
• Experience of providing functional assessment and fitness for work advice.
• Driver license & 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.