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Msk Physiotherapist
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- SG14, Hertford, Hertfordshire
- Temporary
- Full Time
- £52,000 - £52,000 Per Hour
Job Description
Job Title: Band 6 MSK Physiotherapist
Trust: Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
Location: Hertford County Hospital, QE2 Hospital and Kingsway Health Centre
Ward: MSK Physiotherapy Clinic
Band 6 – PYSP00
Shift Patterns: Mon-Fri 9-17 (37.5 hrs)
System Knowledge: System one and e- referral
Duration: 2 Months
Why might this job interest you?
We have an exciting opportunity for a MSK Physiotherapist in Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust to join the MSK Physiotherapy Clinic at Hertford County Hospital, QE2 Hospital and Kingsway Health Centre. In this role, you will be responsible for providing specialist assessment, clinical diagnosis, and treatment for patients with complex needs. You will manage a varied caseload while delivering expert clinical care, supporting patients to achieve the best possible outcomes. You will also provide specialist advice, guidance, and information to healthcare professionals, carers, relatives, and other non-professionals, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centred care.
As a MSK Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for working autonomously, prioritising your workload, and making independent clinical decisions within your scope of practice. You will monitor and evaluate patient progress, adapting management plans where appropriate, while ensuring accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation is maintained in line with professional standards, Trust policies, and legal requirements.
Responsibilities of this job role
* 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.
To be successful in applying for this role you will need:
• HCPC registered Physiotherapist with a recognised Physiotherapy degree or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 18 months’ experience working in Musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy at a senior level.
• Evidence of postgraduate MSK training and continued professional development.
• Experience of clinical assessment, treatment planning, and managing a varied MSK caseload.
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, record-keeping skills, and commitment to patient-centred care.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
* Putting People in Places to Care – be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
* Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
* Blue Light Card – NHS Discount Provider
* First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
* Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
* Working options to suit your lifestyle – being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
* Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSP’s own academy.
* Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
* Being part of the NHSP Community means you’ll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
Apply Today
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England
Trust: Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
Location: Hertford County Hospital, QE2 Hospital and Kingsway Health Centre
Ward: MSK Physiotherapy Clinic
Band 6 – PYSP00
Shift Patterns: Mon-Fri 9-17 (37.5 hrs)
System Knowledge: System one and e- referral
Duration: 2 Months
Why might this job interest you?
We have an exciting opportunity for a MSK Physiotherapist in Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust to join the MSK Physiotherapy Clinic at Hertford County Hospital, QE2 Hospital and Kingsway Health Centre. In this role, you will be responsible for providing specialist assessment, clinical diagnosis, and treatment for patients with complex needs. You will manage a varied caseload while delivering expert clinical care, supporting patients to achieve the best possible outcomes. You will also provide specialist advice, guidance, and information to healthcare professionals, carers, relatives, and other non-professionals, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centred care.
As a MSK Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for working autonomously, prioritising your workload, and making independent clinical decisions within your scope of practice. You will monitor and evaluate patient progress, adapting management plans where appropriate, while ensuring accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation is maintained in line with professional standards, Trust policies, and legal requirements.
Responsibilities of this job role
* 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.
To be successful in applying for this role you will need:
• HCPC registered Physiotherapist with a recognised Physiotherapy degree or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 18 months’ experience working in Musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy at a senior level.
• Evidence of postgraduate MSK training and continued professional development.
• Experience of clinical assessment, treatment planning, and managing a varied MSK caseload.
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, record-keeping skills, and commitment to patient-centred care.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
* Putting People in Places to Care – be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
* Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
* Blue Light Card – NHS Discount Provider
* First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
* Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
* Working options to suit your lifestyle – being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
* Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSP’s own academy.
* Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
* Being part of the NHSP Community means you’ll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
Apply Today
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England