Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
February 5, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Specialist Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist to join our outpatient teams across hospital and community-based sites. This role provides an exciting opportunity to expand your clinical expertise, contribute to service innovation, and deliver high-quality patient care.

The post-holder will play a key role in supporting outpatient MSK services, with the possibility of involvement in on-call or out-of-hours services, following a suitability assessment. Flexible working arrangements are supported, and travel between sites is minimized wherever possible.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality, evidence-based MSK physiotherapy care for patients with acute and chronic conditions
  • Undertake specialist assessments, reason findings, and create individualised management plans
  • Contribute to clinical initiatives, service improvement, and audits to enhance patient outcomes
  • Support the training and supervision of students, junior staff, and assistant therapy personnel
  • Maintain accurate and legible patient records and adhere to professional standards
  • Participate in the Trust’s CPD programme, including monthly coaching and half-day educational sessions
  • Attend a clinical educator course within six months of appointment to support future educational roles

About the Trust

DBTH is a leading acute NHS trust in Yorkshire, serving a population of over 440,000 people across three main hospital sites and additional services. With a workforce of 7,000+ colleagues, DBTH operates under the DBTH Way, a framework of values emphasizing care, professionalism, and collaboration.

We are committed to flexible working, diversity, and inclusion, and encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

Our staff benefits include:

  • Extensive learning and professional development opportunities
  • NHS Pension Scheme
  • Generous holiday entitlement in line with NHS terms and conditions
  • Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
  • Salary sacrifice schemes, including NHS car lease and cycle-to-work options
  • Discounts on shopping, travel, and leisure activities

Person Specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential:

  • Degree or MSc in Physiotherapy with current HCPC registration
  • Portfolio demonstrating reflective practice, CPD, and relevant clinical experience

Desirable:

  • Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
  • Membership of relevant professional networks
  • Evidence of Level 7 (MSc) or equivalent study

Knowledge & Experience

Essential:

  • Extensive experience in MSK outpatient services, treating a wide range of conditions
  • Competent in specialist assessment, clinical reasoning, and autonomous physiotherapy management
  • Experience in clinical audit, research, and service evaluation
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety and Clinical Governance principles

Desirable:

  • Experience applying quality improvement methodology
  • Contribution to clinical education and development of colleagues and students

Skills & Attributes

Essential:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to convey complex information clearly
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills
  • Responsible, reliable, and adaptable to changing service demands
  • Proficient in IT and record-keeping systems

Desirable:

  • Ability to teach and present to staff, students, and patients using various media

Compliance & Right to Work

Official guidance and resources:

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter referencing the role of Specialist MSK Physiotherapist – Band 6 via the NHS Jobs portal
before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close if a high number of applications are received

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