Rotational Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	11 Rhagfyr 2025
Cyflog:	Heb ei nodi
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	£31,049 - £46,580 Per Annum
Oriau:	Rhan Amser
Dyddiad cau:	10 Ionawr 2026
Lleoliad:	Dorchester, DT1 2JY
Cwmni:	Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Math o swydd:	Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd:	7658263/405-25-AHP571PHY

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Are you an experienced Band 5 or established band 6 Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist looking for a new challenge in your career?

If the answer is yes, we are offering a great opportunity for someone looking to take their next steps in the dynamic field of MSK physiotherapy.

The specialist physiotherapist is an experienced clinician who carries and independently manages a full specialist clinical caseload. They are responsible for supervising designated members of staff within the specialist team.
• In conjunction with the Team Lead, the post holder participates in a rolling programme of education, clinical evaluation, audit and research across the speciality.
• The post holder may be required to work at any of the sites within the Trust with a base at Charlton Down Therapies Centre or Weymouth Community Hospital.
• To fully participate in whatever pattern of working is required by the service in the future.
• The post holder may be required to work at weekends on a roster basis as part of 7 day working.
• Once deemed competent the post holder will be required to participate in weekend working.
• Band 5 to Band 6 accelerator programme will be considered for the right candidate.

A full driving license and access to a car is essential.

You will…
• Be expected to maintain a diverse and considerable caseload of musculoskeletal cases, operating at a senior level with clinical autonomy.
• Manage all referrals for adult MSK conditions, including those received as adult self-referrals, and from primary, secondary and tertiary care services, local MSK interface services, and local first contact practitioners.
• We currently offer virtual appointments in line with CSP guidelines and so positive engagement to deliver tele-rehabilitation successfully will be a key requirement of the role.
• It is expected that you would contribute to covering the in-patient therapy weekend rota, this will be dependent on experience.

You have...
• HCPC registration as a physiotherapist
• Significant MSK experience at Band 5 or band 6 level (for band 6 post)
• A growth mind set, and a willingness to be fully involved in service development opportunities

We can offer you…
• Structured rotations in MSK Outpatients, Orthopaedics, Paediatric MSK, and hydrotherapy. Optional rotation into Pelvic Health Physiotherapy.
• Opportunities to develop your leadership skills through appraisal and supervision of junior staff and students.
• Opportunities to provide teaching and development to your peers.
• A structured in service training programme alongside a directed training package for each rotation.
• Your development will be overseen by Band 8 and 7 therapists who currently deliver advanced practice clinics.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under-represented in our organisation.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.

Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us atRecruitment@dchft.nhs.ukif you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.


This advert closes on Sunday 4 Jan 2026

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