Senior MSK Physiotherapist

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; Aylesford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Physiotherapist to manage outpatient MSK services in Kent. The role involves handling a complex patient caseload, supervising junior staff, and conducting service development projects. Candidates should have a relevant physiotherapy qualification, registration with the HCPC, and experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. This position offers full-time hours, with part-time options available.

Qualifications

• Registration with the HCPC is required.
• Experience in supervising/training physiotherapy staff is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of patients.
• Develop and maintain skills in MSK Physiotherapy.
• Provide supervision for physiotherapy students and assistants.
• Involve in service development and running patient group sessions.
• Travel across trust sites as needed.

Skills

Managing complex patient caseloads

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Clinical assessment skills

Education

Relevant physiotherapy qualification

Job description

Clinical Physiotherapist (MSK) – Kent
The MSK Physiotherapy service provides outpatient MSK services across Kent, operating within four teams covering North Kent, Ashford, Canterbury, Thanet, South Kent Coast and West Kent.

Recruitment Locations

• North Kent team – Gravesham Community Hospital and Sheppey Community Hospital
• West Kent team – Churchill Centre (Aylesford), Sevenoaks Hospital and Tonbridge Cottage Hospital

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of patients and maintain appropriate records under the supervision of a clinical lead physiotherapist.
• Develop and maintain a good level of skill and knowledge in MSK Physiotherapy.
• Provide supervision and development of physiotherapy students, apprentices, assistants, band 5s and peers.
• Involved in service development projects and the running of patient group sessions such as Back Rehabilitation Class, ESCAPE knee class, shoulder class and Pilates.
• Travel across trust sites in a timely manner; hold a UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle when required.
• Work both autonomously and as part of a team, being flexible, embracing change and innovation, and working well under pressure.

Working Hours

Full‑time hours are preferred; part‑time hours may be considered with a minimum of 30 hours over 4 days.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant physiotherapy qualification and registration with the HCPC.
• Experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and in managing complex patient caseloads.
• Experience of supervising or training other physiotherapy staff.
• Strong communication, organisational and clinical assessment skills.

Equality & Diversity

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and we provide a confidential form for applicants to provide information about protected characteristics to support our diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, contact Rachel Smith, MSK Team Lead Physiotherapist, email [e-mail].