About this role
Job summary
Specialist Physiotherapist
Department: Therapy Department
Band 6 £39,959 - £48,117 Per annum, pro rata
Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Band 6 MSK Physiotherapist to join our experienced, dedicated and forward-thinking musculoskeletal outpatient/outreach physiotherapy team at Milton Keynes Hospital.
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who has existing experience within MSK physiotherapy. The department has a positive approach to continuing professional development and there is an active in-service training programme.
The successful applicant will be highly motivated, flexible and an innovative therapist. Good communication, time management and organisational skills are essential and you should be able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
It is essential that you have current HCPC registration and recognised qualifications as a Physiotherapist.Car driver with access to own car is an essential requirement.
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Interview date: WC 02 November 2026
Main duties of the job
To provide physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions
to provide a diagnosis and develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
To be responsible for own case load within a defined clinical area, or a particular patient type, working without direct supervision but with support available from a senior physiotherapist, as required
To utilise the expertise of senior staff in order to develop skills and knowledge and consolidate learning.
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
To train and develop junior staff
To undertake evidence-based audit to further own and team's clinical practice. Make recommendations to Manager / Team Leader regarding changes to practice and/or service policies and protocols. May lead the implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to service protocols.
To represent therapies as a visible, knowledgeable, confident, supportive, and high performing professional group.
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Job description Job responsibilities
NHS Staff Survey: Were proud to be a leader in Flexible Working and Work-Life Balance, with scores of 6.40 and 6.49 respectivelyboth significantly above average.
Clinical To be professional and legally accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care. Professional To comply with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. Organisational To be responsible for the supervision and co-ordination of junior staff, assistants and students on a daily bases in conjunction with the team leader/senior physiotherapists, as required. Please refer to attached Job description for further information. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge Essential
Physiotherapy Degree or equivalent professional qualification Registered with UK Health Care Professions Council
Experience Essential
Relevant experience in an NHS hospital setting
Skills Essential
Ability to build and develop effective working relationships Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes IT literacy (Microsoft word, email, internet etc.) Ability to work under pressure and to organise and prioritise own case load accordingly Able to appropriately apply a range of treatment approaches Good personal organisation and proven time management skills Practise evidence-based therapy Ability to interpret, analyse and respond effectively to complex information
Communication Essential
Effective written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others
Specific requirements Essential
Car driver with full UK driving license and access to own transport
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.
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 Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Outpatient Physiotherapy (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)