Band 5 MSK Physiotherapist

Hunter Gatherer AHP are currently recruiting for an experienced Band 5 MSK Physiotherapist to join an NHS service in Cheshire on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 5 Physiotherapist with an interest in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy to develop their clinical experience within a supportive NHS MSK service. The successful Physiotherapist will assess, diagnose and treat patients presenting with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, developing individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans to support recovery and improve function. You will be responsible for managing your own caseload and delivering evidence-based physiotherapy interventions across a range of MSK presentations.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose and treat patients presenting with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions; Developing individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans to support recovery and improve function; Managing a varied clinical caseload independently; Completing comprehensive MSK assessments and clinical examinations; Assessing and treating patients presenting with acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions; Developing and delivering individualised rehabilitation and treatment programmes; Providing hands-on treatment where clinically appropriate, including manual therapy; Prescribing appropriate therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation programmes; Providing advice and education around self-management, posture, exercise and injury prevention; Supporting patients to improve mobility, strength, function and quality of life; Monitoring patient progress and adapting treatment plans accordingly; Identifying red flags and referring/escalating appropriately where required; Working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and the wider MDT; Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and completing appropriate discharge planning; Managing patient expectations and supporting patients to take an active role in their rehabilitation

Requirements

HCPC registration; Previous experience within MSK Physiotherapy; Experience assessing and treating a broad range of MSK presentations; Ability to manage a clinical caseload effectively; Good understanding of evidence-based MSK assessment and treatment; Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team; Available to start in September 2026

Nice to have

NHS experience