Senior MSK Physiotherapist — Autonomy & Career Growth

Ascenti Physio; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed annual pay review

Vitality at Work membership

Employee discounts and rewards

Structured learning and development

Protected learning time

Job summary

Ascenti Physio is seeking a Senior MSK Physiotherapist to manage a varied MSK caseload with autonomy, from assessment to rehabilitation and discharge. You will work within a supportive clinical community, with mentors and development opportunities across the Cortera Health Group.

You will maintain high standards of patient care while benefiting from structured learning time, digital systems and a broad MSK caseload. This role offers flexibility in working patterns and career progression.

Qualifications

• Experienced Physiotherapist with strong musculoskeletal background and autonomy in clinic.
• Recognised Physiotherapy qualification and HCPC registration.
• 3+ years post-qualification clinical experience in MSK.
• Strong MSK assessment, clinical reasoning and rehabilitation skills.
• Sound understanding of clinical safety, red flags and onward referral.
• Ability to communicate complex clinical information clearly to patients.
• Understanding of consent, dignity and shared decision-making.
• Confidence to work independently while recognising limits.
• Commitment to evidence-informed practice and ongoing development.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess and treat a broad range of MSK conditions.
• Apply clinical reasoning to complex presentations.
• Develop individual, evidence-informed treatment and rehab plans.
• Communicate findings clearly and involve patients in decisions.
• Identify red flags and escalate when needed.
• Support progressive rehabilitation toward functional goals.
• Maintain clear, timely clinical documentation.
• Manage caseload effectively while delivering positive patient experience.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational colleagues across Ascenti.
• Develop clinically through learning, reflection and feedback.

Skills

Physiotherapist qualification

HCPC registration

MSK assessment

Clinical reasoning

Communication with patients

Independent clinic work

Evidence-informed practice

Education

Physiotherapy degree

Job description

Ascenti Physio is seeking a Senior MSK Physiotherapist to manage a varied MSK caseload with autonomy, from assessment to rehabilitation and discharge. You will work within a supportive clinical community, with mentors and development opportunities across the Cortera Health Group.

You will maintain high standards of patient care while benefiting from structured learning time, digital systems and a broad MSK caseload. This role offers flexibility in working patterns and career progression.