MSK Physiotherapist
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Sherborne, DT9 3JUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£28,237 to £34,002
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
23 November 2026
11 days leftJob description
An opportunity has arisen for a one year fixed term post of 26.5 hours at the Yeatman Hospital in Sherborne, part of the Musculoskeletal Outpatient Ph...
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
To work as an autonomous practitioner to provide skilled assessment and treatment for a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions within the physiotherapy department.
To be involved in the supervision and teaching of other physiotherapy staff and students.
To assist the Physiotherapy Team Leader with managerial duties e.g. triaging referrals, audit, clinical supervision.
Car driver is essential
The assessment and management of over 16s with a variety of musculoskeletal or orthopaedic problems
Supporting band 5 colleagues, physiotherapy students and work experience students
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of theirlives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a widerange of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testamentto our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe inequal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, whereeveryone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be thebest version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, andteach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better everyday through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Diploma/Bsc(Hons)Physiotherapy degree State registration in UK as a physiotherapist.
- Evidence of relevant post graduate training in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
- Evidence of knowledge of current best practice in musculoskeletal physiotherapy to inform clinical decision making.
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Ability to work independently and responsibly as an autonomous practitioner without direct supervision
- Good assessment and treatment skills in musculoskeletal physiotherapy setting.
- Ability to communicate effectively despite potential barriers to communication.
- Evidence of wide and varied experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy assessment and treatment
Desirable: - Good understanding of own role in the multidisciplinary patient pathway.
Managerial/Supervisory Experience
Essential: - Ability to be well organized and manage time effectively to manage a demanding workload to agreed timescales.
Desirable
- Experience of supervising others i.e., less experienced staff and students.
- Experience of providing teaching for other physiotherapy colleagues and students.
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Essential: - Excellent communication skills with a wide variety of people; - Ability to work effectively as part of a team; - Motivated to update knowledge and skills.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
6 November 2026
Last checked
10 November 2026
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