Senior Physiotherapist – Hand Therapy & MSK, Start September 2025

Ramsay Health Care UK; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Physiotherapist to join their Outpatient Therapy Team. The role involves providing specialized treatment for MSK and hand/wrist conditions, requiring strong clinical skills and a commitment to patient care. The ideal candidate will have MSK outpatient experience and the willingness to develop into hand therapy. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Private pension scheme

Flexible shift patterns

Enhanced parental leave policies

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Free training and development

Free on-site parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven MSK outpatient experience with interest in hand/wrist rehabilitation.
• Competence in splinting preferred for hand therapy applicants.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessment and treatment of hand and upper limb conditions.
• Manage post-operative and conservatively treated MSK conditions.

Skills

Communication

Clinical Reasoning

Teamwork

Education

HCPC Registration

Tools

Splinting

Exercise Prescription

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Physiotherapist to join our friendly and forward-thinking Outpatient Therapy Team at Fitzwilliam Hospital. This role is ideal for a clinician with either:

• Previous experience in an MSK outpatient clinic, with existing knowledge and clinical skills specific to hand and wrist rehabilitation
• OR
• A motivated MSK clinician eager to develop into Hand Therapy with the support of our experienced team

Experience in splinting is preferable for those already working within a hand therapy setting.

As a Senior Physiotherapist, you will provide high-quality assessment and specialised treatment for an adult caseload, including post-operative MSK and hand/wrist conditions. This is a rewarding and varied role covering:

• Sub-acute trauma
• Elective post-operative care
• Acquired hand/wrist conditions
• Complex condition management

You will carry out assessments, interventions (including splinting and rehabilitation), and evaluations using a variety of techniques and tools tailored to each patient. A sound knowledge of exercise prescription and functional occupational performance is essential for delivering effective outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessment and treatment of hand and upper limb conditions
• Manage post-operative and conservatively treated MSK conditions within a structured rehab plan
• Develop tailored exercise programmes and functional rehabilitation plans
• Evaluate patients’ occupational performance and support return to daily activities or work
• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation
• Work collaboratively with Consultants, GPs, and multidisciplinary colleagues
• Contribute to service development, clinical audit, and mentoring of junior staff

What We’re Looking For

• HCPC-registered Physiotherapist
• Proven MSK outpatient experience, with an interest or background in hand/wrist rehabilitation
• Willingness to develop into a hand therapy specialist if not already in a specialist role
• Competence in splinting (preferred for hand therapy applicants)
• Strong communication, documentation, and clinical reasoning skills
• A team player with a patient-focused approach and a commitment to CPD
• Confidence with exercise prescription and goal-based rehabilitation

Benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Private pension scheme – Ramsay will match contributions up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns available where possible
• Enhanced and competitive parental leave policies
• Private medical cover with the option to add a partner and dependants
• Life assurance (death in service) – 3x base salary
• Free training and development via the Ramsay Academy
• Free on-site parking (where possible)
• Subsidised staff restaurant (where available)
• Concerts for Carers access
• Employee Assistance Programme – offering 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support
• Cycle2Work scheme in partnership with Halfords
• The Blue Light Card Scheme – offering a wide range of staff discounts

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