Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Advanced Spinal MSK Physiotherapist

The closing date is 23 September 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Therapy Service Team for a Advanced MSK Physiotherapist this role will include assess , diagnose , treat and manage a complex MSK caseload. Patients referred from primary and secondary care.

Main duties of the job

To work as an autonomous practitioner managing a defined, specialist, clinical caseload, being professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own work.
To demonstrate highly specialist knowledge and expertise and advise physiotherapy colleagues and other health professionals on the assessment, diagnosis management of patients with musculoskeletal conditions (with specific expertise in management of spinal conditions).
To work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team
To undertake the comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of patients, including those with a complex presentation, using investigative and analytical skills including interpretation of medical tests, and to formulate specialised programmes of care tailored to the individual needs of the patient using a wide range of treatment skills and options
May be required to provide an on-site physiotherapy service to GP surgeries which requires being out in the community.

About us

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

Date posted

09 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

421-PSC-3301A

Job locations

Harrogate/Ripon Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this position please see the Job Description and Personal Specification.

If you would like to get in touch please contact the department on 01423 553216.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this position please see the Job Description and Personal Specification.

If you would like to get in touch please contact the department on 01423 553216.

Person Specification

Essentaial and desirable

Essential

Experience in Spinal Physiotherapy service at a Senior level
Supervisory experience within spinal MSK service

Desirable

Masters level study in the relevant area
Primary and secondary care experience

Person Specification

Essentaial and desirable

Essential

Experience in Spinal Physiotherapy service at a Senior level
Supervisory experience within spinal MSK service

Desirable

Masters level study in the relevant area
Primary and secondary care experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate/Ripon Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate/Ripon Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)