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Senior PhysiotherapistNHS

Colchester, CO33LJ Permanent
Posted 27 August 2026 Closing date 26 September 2026
Colchester Rail Station (0.4 miles, direct) Upminster Underground Station (36.0 miles, direct) Colchester North Park-and-Ride (2.2 miles, direct)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Senior Physiotherapist to join our busy Physiotherapy Department at Colchester Oaks Hospital. Our people are our greatest asset, enabling us to deliver high-quality healthcare.

You will manage a varied caseload, including postoperative orthopaedic and general musculoskeletal patients. You will contribute across pre-assessment and inpatients, providing seamless care throughout the patient journey. Support for a 7-day service and out-of-hours work, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, is required.

This role offers the chance to develop a specialist interest in upper limb and hand rehabilitation, collaborating with orthopaedic consultants and colleagues to assess and treat patients with upper limb, hand, and wrist conditions.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Senior Physiotherapist to join our busy Physiotherapy Department at Colchester Oaks Hospital. Our people are our greatest asset, enabling us to deliver high-quality healthcare.

You will manage a varied caseload, including postoperative orthopaedic and general musculoskeletal patients. You will contribute across pre-assessment and inpatients, providing seamless care throughout the patient journey. Support for a 7-day service and out-of-hours work, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, is required.

This role offers the chance to develop a specialist interest in upper limb and hand rehabilitation, collaborating with orthopaedic consultants and colleagues to assess and treat patients with upper limb, hand, and wrist conditions.

Job description

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Senior Physiotherapist to join our busy Physiotherapy Department at Colchester Oaks Hospital. Our people are our greatest asset, enabling us to deliver high-quality healthcare.

You will manage a varied caseload, including postoperative orthopaedic and general musculoskeletal patients. You will contribute across pre-assessment and inpatients, providing seamless care throughout the patient journey. Support for a 7-day service and out-of-hours work, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, is required.

This role offers the chance to develop a specialist interest in upper limb and hand rehabilitation, collaborating with orthopaedic consultants and colleagues to assess and treat patients with upper limb, hand, and wrist conditions.

What you'll bring with you:

  • A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Physiotherapy
  • HCPC Registration
  • Excellent clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • The ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
  • A good understanding of CSP Standards of Physiotherapy Practice and the HCPC Rules of Professional Conduct
  • Evidence of commitment to ongoing CPD
  • An interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, including upper limb and hand rehabilitation

The Person

You are passionate about helping patients recover and maintain health. With experience in outpatient musculoskeletal caseloads, you can deliver training and supervise junior staff. An interest in upper limb and hand physiotherapy is desirable.

Training and Development

At Colchester Oaks Hospital, we support professional development with CPD opportunities, internal training, and mentorship. You can develop specialist skills in upper limb rehabilitation.

Why Join us?

Health, Wellbeing & Financial

  • Private medical cover (option to add family), discounted Bupa dental, life assurance (3x salary), private pension with up to 5% employer match, and Employee Assistance Programme.

Work-Life Balance

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave, flexible working where possible, enhanced family leave, and volunteer leave.

Career Development

  • Ongoing training and development through the Ramsay Academy, plus colleague recognition programmes.

Lifestyle Benefits

  • Employee discounts platform, Cycle2Work scheme, subsidised staff restaurant and free on-site parking where available.

About us

Ramsay Health Care offers high-quality private healthcare across Australia, the UK and Europe. With a reputation built on "People Caring for People," we are committed to advancing medical excellence and providing outstanding patient experiences. Every year, millions of patients put their trust in Ramsay, confident in our ability to deliver exceptional care with outstanding clinical outcomes.

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