MSK Specialist Physiotherapist

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust in Harrogate invites applications for an MSK Specialist Physiotherapist. You will assess, diagnose and treat a varied MSK caseload within MSK and Rheumatology teams, working both autonomously and as part of a wider physiotherapy and health professional team.

The post offers opportunities for in-service training, CPD, and education of staff and students, with a band 6 caseload and a pro rata salary of £39,959 to £48,117 per year.

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC.
• BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Evidence of relevant Postgraduate Qualifications / Modules.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat complex MSK patients within MSK and Rheumatology teams.
• Work autonomously and as part of a physiotherapy and wider health professional team.
• Educate and mentor qualified staff and students.
• Fulfill the band 6 caseload with ongoing in-service training and CPD.

Education

HCPC registration

BSc Physiotherapy

Postgraduate qualifications / modules

MSc or working towards

Valid UK driving licence

Job description

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

MSK Specialist Physiotherapist

The closing date is 18 November 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Therapy Services Department at Harrogate & Ripon Community Hospital for an MSK Specialist Physiotherapist.

You will be involved in the assessment and management of a varied MSK caseload from Primary & Secondary referrals.

Main duties of the job

Successful applicant will be working within the MSK and Rheumatology teams.

• They will assess diagnose and treat complex patients.
• They will work autonomously and as part of a physiotherapy and wider health professional team.
• Involved in the education and mentoring of qualified staff and students.

They will also

• You will be working as part of the MSK team fulfilling the band 6 caseload.
• In service training, and CPD actively encouraged.
• Assessment and management of MSK patients.

About us

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We offer colleagues:

• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Please note:

• Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
• Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
• Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.

Job responsibilities

For further information on this position please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached. If you have any questions, please contact Fiona Webster - [e-mail]

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC
• BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Valid UK driving licence
• Evidence of relevant Post Graduate Qualifications / Modules

Experience

• Minimum Post graduate1 year of Musculoskeletal experience
• Previous NHS experience
• Previous NHS MSK experience
• MSc qualifications or working towards
• Evidence of diagnostic skills to manage and assess MSK conditions

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.

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

£39,959 to £48,117 a yearper annum (pro rata)