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MSK Physiotherapist - Hybrid

Optima Health PLC

North East

Hybrid

GBP 34,000 - 40,000

Full time

23 days ago

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Job summary

A leading health service provider is seeking a Physiotherapist to assess and treat employees with musculoskeletal conditions. The role is home-based with travel requirements across the North East. Ideal candidates will have a Clinical Physiotherapy Qualification and at least 18 months of post-registration experience. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000 per annum, along with comprehensive benefits including 25 days of annual leave, health cash plan, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Professional registrations fees paid

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

Minimum of 18 months experience post registration.
Previous experience or an interest in Occupational Health Physiotherapy.

Responsibilities

Assess and treat employees with musculoskeletal and physical health conditions.
Conduct workplace assessments and provide recommendations.
Deliver effective evidence-based rehabilitation.

Skills

Clinical Physiotherapy Qualification

Full Member of the CSP

Registered member of HCPC

Experience providing functional assessment

Driver license & access to a vehicle

Education

Post-graduate training in Occupational Health/Ergonomics

Job Title: Physiotherapist

Location: Home based with travel in the North East to cover clinics

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

Right to live & work within the UK is required for this role.

About Us

The new Optima Health is the UK market leader in the provision of Occupational Health and Wellbeing services. Formed by the combination of three leading businesses (Optima Health, TP Health and Healthwork), the new Optima Health is more than the consolidation of the individual legacy businesses, our combined and complementary capability means we can offer unrivalled clinical expertise and industry leading tailored solutions to our clients. Our aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of the UK workforce by supporting healthy high performance in our client organisations, helping them to achieve their full potential through their people.

Optima Health not only provides an excellent package, but we also offer a structured induction and training programme in your first few weeks, with touchpoints all the way through and support from your Line Manager. One of our core values is One Team and growing and developing together is our key commitment. We offer tailored career development and opportunities for further training and qualifications, to support you in your career journey.

Role Summary

The Occupational Health Physiotherapist plays a key role in assessing, treating, and supporting employees with musculoskeletal and physical health conditions to promote safe, effective, and sustainable return to work. The post holder will carry out face‑to‑face or virtual initial assessments and produce detailed, objective reports providing clear advice on fitness to work, functional capability, and recommended workplace adjustments. The role also involves delivering evidence‑based physiotherapy treatment, conducting self‑management support calls, and completing follow‑up reviews to monitor progress and ensure optimal recovery outcomes. The role will provide the following services on a remote and F2F basis dependant on the contractual agreements; initial phone calls, supported self‑management, functional restoration programmes, DSE & Workplace assessments and treatment. The post holder must be able to cover onsite working twice per week 1 pm‑9 pm with all other days working from home 08:30‑16:30. Due to the site location, the post holder must hold a driver’s licence and have access to a vehicle.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

Provide accurate, detailed, and appropriate assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to employees on a remote or face‑to‑face basis.
Identify, assess, and advise on any workplace hazards or contributing factors to Musculoskeletal disorders.
Conduct workplace assessments such as DSE or work‑based tasks as and when required and provide advice and recommendations as appropriate.
Always maintain clinical objectivity and impartiality in line with occupational health guidance.
Deliver effective evidence‑based rehabilitation that adheres to national clinical standards.
Utilise a bio‑psychosocial approach combined with functional assessment to address barriers to work and inform robust work recommendations.

Experience, Skills, And Knowledge Required For The Role

Clinical Physiotherapy Qualification.
Full Member of the CSP & Registered member of HCPC is essential.
Minimum of 18 months experience post registration.
Post‑graduate training in Occupational Health/Ergonomics.
Previous experience or an interest in Occupational Health Physiotherapy.
Experience of providing functional assessment and fitness for work advice.
Driver licence & access to a vehicle.

What Can We Offer You?

Competitive salary
25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Buy and sell holiday scheme
Pension scheme
Health Cash Plan
Career progression opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Eye care test vouchers
Flu vaccination scheme
Employee discount scheme
Life assurance
Professional registrations fees paid
Clinical Training Academy

Optima Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief or sexual orientation.

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