Specialist Physiotherapist

Job Overview We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist to join our well‑established, innovative and friendly Musculoskeletal (MSK) Outpatient Team at Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This is a fantastic opportunity for staff who have completed their Band 5 rotations or who are looking to expand their existing clinical knowledge within MSK. You will need a valid HCPC registration and evidence of clinicianship with a range of musculoskeletal conditions, a desire to broaden your knowledge and skills, and the ability to work autonomously in clinical decision‑making and problem solving. We are seeking a team player who communicates well, is open, honest and compassionate, and can work flexibly to develop effective professional relationships. You should be able to contribute to service development and improvements. Support and guidance will be provided from a team of advanced physiotherapists, advanced practice physiotherapists and clinical champions. Graduate level MSK IST programming and clinical supervision will be available, with robust MSK development and competency framework career opportunities. Key Responsibilities Provide MSK assessment, diagnosis and management of a variety of conditions through clear and logical clinical reasoning. Deliver MSK assessments and treatments in a range of settings: 1:1, group and virtual. Support the development of Band 5 physiotherapists, unregistered staff and undergraduate physiotherapy students. Work closely with other teams and agencies, addressing support issues across MSK and pain conditions. Support service development and delivery of local and Trust‑wide projects. Participate in the MSK IST programme and regular clinical supervision. Ensure effective outcomes of person‑centred care, followed up with monitoring and evaluation. Qualifications & Requirements BSc in Physiotherapy. Professional HCPC registration. Evidence of post‑registration training and/or professional courses in MSK physiotherapy. Minimum 18 months relevant UK experience in assessment and management of MSK conditions. Ability to manage time and caseload effectively. Desirable Experience working in a multidisciplinary team. Experience of mentoring, supervising and training junior colleagues. Working for Our Organisation We have approximately 9,000 staff delivering health and social care services across Staffordshire, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin, including regional and national services such as perinatal care, sexual health and forensic services. We offer career development for clinical and non‑clinical roles, with ongoing training to support your growth. Application Guidance Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Artificial Intelligence: The use of AI in application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI, you must state this in your application. Person Specification Available: Please review the attached job description and person specification for further details. Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full time Job function: Health Care Provider Industry: Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr