Clinical Specialist MSK Physiotherapist
HCA Healthcare
- Location
- HCA UK at The Shard
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
About this role
Role
Clinical Specialist Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist Location: HCA UK at The Shard Outpatients, part of London Bridge Hospital Campus Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week between Monday-Friday Shifts: 5 x 7.5 hour shifts between 0800-2000 or 4 longer days, with a mixture of earlies and lates Contract type: Permanent Salary: Competitive + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development). We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Specialist Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist to join our Outpatient Physiotherapy team at The Shard, part of London Bridge Hospital, currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC. London Bridge Hospital's central campus includes The Shard Outpatients, our largest outpatient facility, delivering specialist diagnostic and treatment services across a broad range of specialties including Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, Neurology, Pain Management, Women's Health and Physiotherapy. Working within our Outpatient Physiotherapy department, you will manage a highly specialised caseload of complex musculoskeletal, sports injury and post-operative orthopaedic patients, using advanced clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. As a Clinical Specialist, you will provide clinical leadership within the MSK service, working closely with leading Orthopaedic, Sports Medicine, Pain and Rheumatology Consultants, while leading on service development, clinical governance, audit and quality improvement initiatives. You will act as a specialist resource for the wider multidisciplinary team, contributing to education, mentorship and the development of colleagues, as well as supporting service innovation. The successful candidate will possess extensive MSK expertise, excellent leadership skills and a passion for delivering outstanding patient-centred care. The post holder should hold, or be working towards, a relevant postgraduate qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced MSK Physiotherapist looking to combine advanced clinical practice with leadership and service development within one of the UK's leading private healthcare providers, working alongside world-class consultants in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
What you'll bring
Physiotherapy Degree qualification HCPC registration Significant post-graduate experience in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Sports injuries and Post Op Orthopaedic experience Why HCA UK? Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Specialist Physiotherapist you would be eligible for: 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals Private pension contribution which increases with length of service Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to