Physiotherapist

Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom

3/25/2025

Join DHU Healthcare and Make a Difference!

Are you a skilled and passionate First Contact Physiotherapist ready to deliver top-tier, patient care in a dynamic environment? DHU Healthcare is calling on you to join our expert multi-disciplinary team and transform patient outcomes every day.

Location: Thurmaston, Leicestershire LE4 8EA

Why Choose DHU?

At DHU Healthcare, our ethos-For you, For them, With us-guides everything we do. Our CARE values-Compassionate, Accomplished, Respectful, and Encouraging-shape a collaborative environment where expertise comes together to achieve excellence in patient care.

Join a diverse team of healthcare professionals working together to provide high-quality, patient-focused services while supporting each other to achieve collective brilliance.

What DHU Can Offer You

• Work Pattern: Part-time positions available, flexible to support a work-life balance: once per week 9:00am till 5:00pm (7.5 hours per week)
• Competitive Salary: £12,868 per annum, £1,072.33 per month
• Generous Leave: Standard 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Health Cash Plan: After six months with us, you'll enjoy 24/7 GP access for you and your family. You'll also receive a free Level 1 Health Cash Plan from the Personal Group, covering dental, optical, and therapy costs to support your health and well-being whenever you need it.
• NHS Pension Scheme: Transfer your NHS pension and holiday allowance
• Car Lease Scheme: Hybrid and electric options through NHS Fleet Solutions
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave: Supporting you through life's key moments
• Referral Rewards: Earn through our Employee Referral Programme
  
  

What Your Typical Day Looks Like:

• Be the first point of contact for expert clinical assessment and diagnosis of MSK (musculoskeletal) conditions in primary care settings.
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and refer patients effectively using advanced clinical reasoning and assessment tools.
• Lead on and develop effective communication between primary care services and other care providers.
• Provide direct patient care while ensuring a seamless and integrated care pathway.
• Develop and implement tailored care programmes, including self-management plans and specialist referrals.
• Provide clinical leadership and specialist advice to primary care multi-disciplinary teams.
• Manage a caseload independently, prioritising patient care based on clinical need.
• Stay up to date with clinical practice and professional guidelines.
  
  

To Be a Successful First Contact Physiotherapist, You Will Need:

• Professional Registration: HCPC registration
• Education: BSc in Physiotherapy (MSc or equivalent Level 7 qualification desirable)
• Experience: Significant experience working at an advanced level in MSK, with autonomous decision-making capabilities
• Skills: Strong clinical decision-making, communication, and leadership skills
• Independent Prescriber: (or working towards) desirable
• Additional Skills: Experience in developing integrated care plans and working within a multi-disciplinary team
  
  

DHU Healthcare values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We are also a forces-friendly employer, supporting veterans, reservists, and military families.

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Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of something great at DHU Healthcare.

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