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NHS Jobs; Hertford (NC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs is seeking an experienced physiotherapist to perform advanced assessment of musculoskeletal patients with complex needs. You will determine clinical diagnoses and develop individualised treatment programmes, and maintain clear records of progress.

You will participate in evidence-based audits, contribute to clinical protocols and service improvement, and support senior colleagues in delivering safe, effective care in line with organisational expectations.

Qualifications

• Perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of musculoskeletal patients with complex needs.
• Determine clinical diagnosis and develop individualised treatment programmes.
• Maintain clear records of assessments, treatments and progress.
• Participate in evidence-based audit projects to evaluate practice and service performance.
• Support implementation of recommendations to enhance quality and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and implementation of clinical protocols, pathways and procedures.
• Embed service improvements across the team and share ideas with senior physiotherapists.
• Participate in departmental meetings and service planning activities.
• Maintain effective communication and collaborative working to deliver safe, effective services.
• Ensure compliance with Trust policies, professional standards and clinical governance.

Skills

Advanced assessment

Clinical diagnosis

Treatment planning

Record keeping

Audit & governance

Service improvement

Clinical protocols

Team collaboration

Communication

Compliance

Job description

To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of musculoskeletal patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological needs. To determine a clinical diagnosis and develop and deliver individualised treatment programmes. To keep and maintain clear and concise records of assessments, treatments and progress of all patients. To participate in evidence-based audit projects that evaluate clinical practice and service performance, contributing to the identification of opportunities for improvement. You will support the implementation of recommendations that enhance the quality and effectiveness of the physiotherapy service. To contribute to the development, review, and implementation of clinical protocols, pathways, and departmental procedures, ensuring they reflect current evidence and best practice. You will assist senior colleagues in embedding service improvements across the team. To identify opportunities to improve service delivery by sharing ideas and recommendations with senior physiotherapists. You will contribute to initiatives that promote innovation, efficiency, and continuous service development. To participate in departmental meetings, service planning activities, and professional discussions, contributing to the achievement of team objectives. You will support effective communication and collaborative working to help deliver an efficient physiotherapy service. To maintain compliance with Trust policies, professional standards, and clinical governance requirements, supporting a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. You will contribute to ensuring services are delivered safely, effectively, and in accordance with organisational expectations.

£44,485 - £52,521 per annum inclusive of HCAs