Physiotherapist

Bidvane; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Full Agenda for Change terms and conds

Discounts, cashback and My Reward Hub

Own wages as earned

Wellbeing support

CPD and career development

Job summary

HCRG Care Group is recruiting a Band 5 MSK Physiotherapist in Bath to join the established Physiotherapy Service. The role covers 37.5 hours across outpatient, community and satellite clinics, with full clinical support. Newly qualified physiotherapists are welcome and HCPC registration is required.

You will assess and treat musculoskeletal conditions, develop tailored rehab programmes, and promote patient self-management within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Recognised physiotherapy qualification is required.
• HCPC registration is required.
• Understanding of musculoskeletal assessment and rehab is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat a diverse range of musculoskeletal conditions.
• Manage a caseload with supervision from experienced clinicians.
• Develop tailored rehabilitation programmes for meaningful outcomes.
• Support patients to improve mobility, independence and confidence.
• Work across outpatient, community and satellite clinic settings in Bath.
• Contribute to audits, service development and quality improvement.
• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy to support recovery and self-management.

Skills

Musculoskeletal assessment

Rehabilitation

Patient education

Self-management support

Communication

Time management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Recognised physiotherapy qualification

Job description

This Band 5 MSK Physiotherapist joins HCRG Care Group’s established Physiotherapy Service. The post involves assessing and treating musculoskeletal conditions, managing a caseload and supporting patients’ rehabilitation and self-management. It is a full-time, 37.5-hour role across outpatient, community and satellite clinic settings, with regular clinical support; newly qualified physiotherapists are welcome. Applicants need a recognised physiotherapy qualification and HCPC registration, and appointment is subject to criminal-record disclosure and vetting checks.

What the job involves

• Assess and treat a diverse range of musculoskeletal conditions
• Manage a caseload with support and supervision from experienced clinicians
• Develop tailored rehabilitation programmes to help patients achieve meaningful outcomes
• Support patients to improve mobility, independence and confidence
• Work across outpatient, community and satellite clinic settings, based at St Martin’s Hospital, Bath, and within a multidisciplinary team across Wiltshire
• Contribute to clinical audits, service development and quality improvement projects
• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy care that supports recovery, function and long-term self-management

What’s required

Qualifications

• Recognised physiotherapy qualification

Registration & licences

• HCPC registration

Skills & knowledge

• Understanding of musculoskeletal assessment and rehabilitation
• Patient education and self-management strategies
• Communication and relationship-building skills
• Compassionate, patient-centred care
• Organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

Checks & eligibility

• Safer recruitment checks, including criminal-record disclosure and vetting

Other

• Passion for improving patient outcomes
• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Positive, proactive and adaptable approach

Nice to have

• Experience supporting patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions
• Interest in community healthcare delivery
• Experience contributing to service development initiatives
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies
• Active participation in professional networks or special interest groups

What’s offered

• NHS Pension
• Full Agenda for Change terms and conditions
• Discounts, cashback and vouchers through My Reward Hub
• Access to wages as they are earned
• Mental and physical wellbeing support, including counselling, career coaching and practical advice
• eLearning, career pathways and continuing professional development