Band 7 Locum MSK Physiotherapist

CV-Library • Barnet, Greater London • 1h ago

Location: North London Salary: Excellent Competitive NHS Agency Rates Job Type: Full-Time Locum / Temporary Contract Sector: NHS – Musculoskeletal Outpatients Band: 7 (Experienced Band 6 Candidates Considered)

Exciting Band 7 MSK Physiotherapy Opportunity – North London!

PSL Recruitment Services, an established specialist healthcare recruitment agency with over 25 years of experience, is currently recruiting an experienced Band 7 Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist for an exciting full-time locum opportunity within a leading NHS Trust in North London.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and well-established outpatient MSK service, working alongside a highly experienced multidisciplinary team and delivering specialist assessment, diagnosis and treatment to patients presenting with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

We are seeking a confident and motivated Physiotherapist with excellent clinical reasoning skills, strong hands-on treatment experience and the ability to independently manage a varied and complex outpatient caseload.

Experienced Band 6 MSK Physiotherapists looking to progress into a Band 7 position are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Independently assess, diagnose and manage a varied caseload of patients with acute, chronic and complex musculoskeletal conditions.
Develop and deliver individualised, evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation programmes.
Apply advanced clinical reasoning and assessment skills to manage complex MSK presentations.
Provide manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation, functional rehabilitation and patient education.
Assess and treat patients presenting with spinal conditions, peripheral joint disorders, sports injuries and post-operative orthopaedic conditions.
Work collaboratively with Consultants, GPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient management.
Identify patients requiring further investigations, specialist assessment or onward referral.
Promote self-management strategies and support patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with NHS and HCPC standards.
Contribute to multidisciplinary discussions and the ongoing delivery of a high-quality outpatient MSK service.

Essential Requirements

Degree or recognised qualification in Physiotherapy.
Current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.
Previous UK NHS experience within an outpatient MSK Physiotherapy setting.
Previous experience working at Band 7 level, or substantial Band 6 MSK experience with the clinical skills and confidence to progress.
Excellent musculoskeletal assessment, diagnosis and clinical reasoning skills.
Strong manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation experience.
Ability to independently manage a busy and complex outpatient caseload.
Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

Excellent competitive NHS agency pay rates reflecting your experience and specialist skills.
Full-time locum opportunity within a respected NHS Trust in North London.
Weekly payroll.
Potential for contract extensions and further NHS locum opportunities.
Opportunity to gain valuable Band 7 experience within a specialist outpatient MSK environment.
Fast-track registration and compliance process.
Dedicated support from an experienced specialist Physiotherapy recruitment consultant.
Access to a wide range of NHS and private healthcare Physiotherapy opportunities across London.