Are you an experienced physiotherapist looking to work at the highest level and independently in your clinic to deliver the best standards to patients?

Join our community of forward-thinking physiotherapists using contemporary, evidence-informed treatments and progressive digital health tools to elevate our profession.

About the role

• Work autonomously in your clinic to treat NHS patients, but with high-tech systems, a strong regional support network and our award-winning clinical development resources.
• Provide an advanced level of care to NHS patients presenting with a variety of complex conditions, using contemporary evidence-informed methodologies and digital tools.
• You will also be supported in clinic by our dedicated customer hub and NHS Administration teams, who work to manage patient and appointment admin through our workflow system.

Join a positive and supportive nationwide team dynamic, benefiting from strong regional support as you work autonomously in clinic. Experience unprecedented growth opportunities with diverse roles, new clinic locations, and a mixed patient caseload. In this role, you'll have the chance to treat NHS patients independently, utilizing high-tech systems and enjoying robust support from our dedicated teams.

Take advantage of our evidence-informed methodologies and digital tools to provide advanced patient care. Collaborate with our teams on complex cases and access award-winning resources for continuous professional development.

Join a great company and culture

You want to use your valuable time and skills working for a business that puts patients first. Half of Ascenti's Executive Board are physiotherapists by background, which keeps the needs of patients and clinicians at the heart of the company ethos (just check the Trustpilot reviews).

Ascenti has seen a 300% increase in demand for the company's leading MSK services in recent years, including significant growth in the Private Medical Insurance space. This means that we are currently offering many exciting new roles, clinic locations and career opportunities, along with a more mixed patient caseload.

Benefits and rewards

Alongside the significant investment in your CPD and training, you will enjoy a recently enhanced benefits package, including Vitality membership, access to great discounts and more. Learn more here: Your life with Ascenti

Our goal is for Ascenti to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

We are Ascenti. The leading provider of physiotherapy, mental health, and government assessment services in the UK. Our three Business Units – Ascenti Physio, Advo Health, and Six Physio – are bound together by our common purpose to help people live fuller lives.

With more than 25 years’ experience serving both the public and private sectors, we are industry leading experts and passionate believers in our distinct clinical philosophy, because we know how it works and see first-hand how it helps people every day.

Your purpose

You will be a highly experienced physiotherapist with the ability to work independently and deliver the highest standards of clinical skills to patients. You will be responsible for delivering advanced musculoskeletal assessment, triage, and care to a varied caseload.

You will be responsible for referring patients into the most appropriate services within the agreed pathways, including referrals for appropriate imaging, GP review for bloods/investigations, orthopaedics, and rheumatology.

How your role fits within our team

As an Advanced Physiotherapist Specialist, you will be managed by an Area Manager and work within an Area team of other clinicians. You will be supported clinically by an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner (APP) Lead, a Physiotherapy Development Lead (PDL), and more broadly by the Clinical Performance Lead.

Key responsibilities

• To work as an autonomous advanced practitioner, providing and delivering neuromusculoskeletal virtual physiotherapy assessments and management plans in 20-minute appointments.
• To act independently to assess, analyse, and provide a clinical diagnosis for individual patients, including those presenting with complex conditions, to determine their need for further MSK or non-MSK intervention. This should involve an understanding of when to refer to other services such as diagnostics, pathology, trauma & orthopaedics, medication reviews, pain management, rheumatology, community physiotherapy, and injection therapy.
• To understand each patients’ needs and expectations, and irrespective of their backgrounds and/or beliefs, to provide them with the quality of service to the standards the company expects.
• To demonstrate excellence in report writing, and evidence an ability to complete reports autonomously without the need for further support.
• To maintain up-to-date records in line with professional standards. These must be completed in a timely manner, whilst abiding by Ascenti internal procedures and Service Level Agreements.
• Keeping an up-to-date file of your CPD achievements, in line with HCPC guidelines.
• To identify and manage any risks to quality, such as workload, communication, and team working, with the support of your manager and APP lead, and to advise on any issues regarding service delivery.
• To work as part of a team and liaise with other physiotherapists internally to ensure delivery of clinically effective care.
• To communicate effectively with all stakeholders (including patients, clinical colleagues, support functions, and external healthcare professionals etc.) on relevant matters in line with Ascenti procedures.
• Ensuring effective patient management and working in collaboration with and/or referring to clinical colleagues in private hospitals and community settings including the GP where necessary.

This role profile is not exhaustive, and you may be directed to complete other tasks as required. These duties will always be reasonable and deemed within the expectations of your position.

Knowledge, experience, and qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of neuromusculoskeletal symptomatology and evidence-informed practice.
• Demonstrate advanced clinical examination skills (virtually), for example recognising MSK masquerades and nonMSK presentations.
• Strong and accurate diagnostic skills from a virtual subjective and objective assessment.
• Knowledge of medicines management, Injection therapy options, Imaging options that are most appropriate for various conditions/presentations.
• Excellent communication skills, proven through positive feedback from patients.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritise effectively and manage your time efficiently.
• 5 years + of post-graduate musculoskeletal physiotherapy practice experience; preferably in both public and private settings, unless exceptional clinical skills and knowledge can be demonstrated in those who have less than 5 years of MSK clinical experience.
• Using modern IT systems or software to support your practice, e.g. videocall technology or electronic note taking.
• Experience of working as a virtual Physiotherapist.
• Demonstrable experience in referring for appropriate diagnostics.
• Risk assessment and management.
• Evidence of conducting initial assessments, providing diagnosis, and prescribing advanced treatment plans across a wide range of complex MSK conditions.
• Experience working with a wide range of patients as part of a multidisciplinary team, communicating clinical information clearly and providing consistent patient care.
• Evidence of producing well-structured written documents or reports.
  BSc (hons) Physiotherapy degree of 2:2 or above or Pre-Reg Masters in Physiotherapy.
• Evidence of continued professional development which evidences the skills / competencies required for this role.
• MSc degree in Physiotherapy / Advanced Practice.
• Working towards MSc in Advanced Practice.
• Masters (L7) level modules relating to FCP competencies.
• Demonstrable competence through accredited courses in imaging (MRI/CT/DXA/UKS) training; IR(ME)R Training.
• Full HCPC membership is essential and must be maintained throughout employment

Professional standards

We care about doing the right thing by our people and everyone that we work with. We also expect our people to do the right thing and to model the behaviours outlined in our Code of Conduct.

As an Ascenti employee you will follow key principles and policies covering Safeguarding, Equality Diversity and Inclusion, Data Protection, and Risk Management.

Looking to advance your career in MSK physiotherapy?

Join Ascenti, the nation’s most loved independent MSK physiotherapy provider and a trusted partner to hundreds of public and private sector organisations across the UK.

Grow your career

You’ve already gained valuable experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and are now looking for an opportunity that will challenge you, grow your confidence, and take your skills to the next level.

In this role you will treat a 100% MSK caseload and will benefit from award-winning learning and development that’s tailored to you, and designed to help you master your skills in clinic.

We’ve been called the best place for physios to develop beyond university, and if you aspire to run your own MSK practice one day, then working at Ascenti can set you up for life.

Guaranteed progression

Being an MSK Physiotherapist is hard work and rewarding, and you want to know that your salary and role will develop where you work.

At Ascenti, you will benefit from a guaranteed annual pay review and considerable investment in your development, which includes protected learning time.

Once you are 3 years post-qualified and have reached a key progression milestone, you will receive a promotion to Senior MSK Physiotherapist and enjoy a significant salary step change, more autonomy in clinic and new career offerings.

Support structure

Build your experience with the support of your Area Manager, Physiotherapy Development Lead and Clinical Mentor. You will work independently in clinic, but you will never be alone.

You won’t have to worry about doing all the administrative tasks and can say goodbye to old-fashioned paper notes. Ascenti’s digital systems and dedicated customer hub will take care of patient queries and support you with admin.

Join a great company and culture

You want to use your valuable time and skills working for a business that puts patients first. Half of Ascenti's Executive Board are physiotherapists by background, which keeps the needs of patients and clinicians at the heart of the company ethos (just check the Trustpilot reviews).

Ascenti has seen a 300% increase in demand for the company's leading MSK services in recent years, including significant growth in the Private Medical Insurance space. This means that we are currently offering many exciting new roles and career avenues.

Benefits and rewards

Alongside the significant investment in your learning and development, the Ascenti benefits package includes Vitality at Work membership, access to great discounts and more. Learn more here: ascenti.co.uk/careers

Looking to advance your career in MSK physiotherapy?

Join Ascenti, the nation’s most loved independent MSK physiotherapy provider and a trusted partner to hundreds of public and private sector organisations across the UK.

Grow your career

You’ve already gained valuable experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and are now looking for an opportunity that will challenge you, grow your confidence, and take your skills to the next level.

In this role you will treat a 100% MSK caseload and will benefit from award-winning learning and development that’s tailored to you, and designed to help you master your skills in clinic.

We’ve been called the best place for physios to develop beyond university, and if you aspire to run your own MSK practice one day, then working at Ascenti can set you up for life.

Guaranteed progression

Being an MSK Physiotherapist is hard work and rewarding, and you want to know that your salary and role will develop where you work.

At Ascenti, you will benefit from a guaranteed annual pay review and considerable investment in your development, which includes protected learning time.

Once you are 3 years post-qualified and have reached a key progression milestone, you will receive a promotion to Senior MSK Physiotherapist and enjoy a significant salary step change, more autonomy in clinic and new career offerings.

Support structure

Build your experience with the support of your Area Manager, Physiotherapy Development Lead and Clinical Mentor. You will work independently in clinic, but you will never be alone.

You won’t have to worry about doing all the administrative tasks and can say goodbye to old-fashioned paper notes. Ascenti’s digital systems and dedicated customer hub will take care of patient queries and support you with admin.

Join a great company and culture

You want to use your valuable time and skills working for a business that puts patients first. Half of Ascenti's Executive Board are physiotherapists by background, which keeps the needs of patients and clinicians at the heart of the company ethos (just check the Trustpilot reviews).

Ascenti has seen a 300% increase in demand for the company's leading MSK services in recent years, including significant growth in the Private Medical Insurance space. This means that we are currently offering many exciting new roles and career avenues.

Benefits and rewards

Alongside the significant investment in your learning and development, the Ascenti benefits package includes Vitality at Work membership, access to great discounts and more. Learn more here: ascenti.co.uk/careers

Looking to advance your career in MSK physiotherapy?

Join Ascenti, the nation’s most loved independent MSK physiotherapy provider and a trusted partner to hundreds of public and private sector organisations across the UK.

Grow your career

You’ve already gained valuable experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and are now looking for an opportunity that will challenge you, grow your confidence, and take your skills to the next level.

In this role you will treat a 100% MSK caseload and will benefit from award-winning learning and development that’s tailored to you, and designed to help you master your skills in clinic.

We’ve been called the best place for physios to develop beyond university, and if you aspire to run your own MSK practice one day, then working at Ascenti can set you up for life.

Guaranteed progression

Being an MSK Physiotherapist is hard work and rewarding, and you want to know that your salary and role will develop where you work.

At Ascenti, you will benefit from a guaranteed annual pay review and considerable investment in your development, which includes protected learning time.

Once you are 3 years post-qualified and have reached a key progression milestone, you will receive a promotion to Senior MSK Physiotherapist and enjoy a significant salary step change, more autonomy in clinic and new career offerings.

Support structure

Build your experience with the support of your Area Manager, Physiotherapy Development Lead and Clinical Mentor. You will work independently in clinic, but you will never be alone.

You won’t have to worry about doing all the administrative tasks and can say goodbye to old-fashioned paper notes. Ascenti’s digital systems and dedicated customer hub will take care of patient queries and support you with admin.

Join a great company and culture

You want to use your valuable time and skills working for a business that puts patients first. Half of Ascenti's Executive Board are physiotherapists by background, which keeps the needs of patients and clinicians at the heart of the company ethos (just check the Trustpilot reviews).

Ascenti has seen a 300% increase in demand for the company's leading MSK services in recent years, including significant growth in the Private Medical Insurance space. This means that we are currently offering many exciting new roles and career avenues.

Benefits and rewards

Alongside the significant investment in your learning and development, the Ascenti benefits package includes Vitality at Work membership, access to great discounts and more. Learn more here: ascenti.co.uk/careers

Are you an experienced MSK physiotherapist looking for your next step?

Join Ascenti, the nation’s most loved independent MSK physiotherapy provider and a trusted partner to hundreds of public and private sector organisations across the UK.

Advance your career

With three or more years of clinical experience under your belt, you want to work somewhere that sets you up for success in clinic day-to-day and supports your long-term life goals.

In this role, you will boost your experience managing a 100% MSK caseload, with access to the most varied case mix in the UK, including Private Medical Insurance and self-paying customers.

Elevate your practice with an award-winning learning and development offering and a support structure that’s built around you. If you aspire to run your own practice one day, then working at Ascenti can set you up for life.

Pay and progression

Being a Senior MSK Physiotherapist is hard work and fulfilling, and you want to work somewhere that rewards you fairly and continues to progress your pay over time. This is why Ascenti offers a guaranteed annual pay review and a tailored approach to your development as a senior clinician.

Evolve your MSK expertise further and explore unique career avenues that other businesses cannot offer, through hybrid / virtual clinics, new services, specialisms, or advanced practice opportunities.

You may even consider moving into management or other business areas, and with demand for Ascenti’s services growing every year, more exciting opportunities are just around the corner.

Thrive in clinic

You will work autonomously in clinic, but with the support of your Area Manager, Physiotherapy Development Lead and Clinical Mentor whenever you need it.

You won’t have to worry about doing all the administrative tasks and can say goodbye to old-fashioned paper notes. Ascenti’s digital systems and dedicated customer hub will take care of patient queries and support you with admin.

Culture & benefits

You want to use your valuable time and skills working for a business that puts patients first. Half of Ascenti's Executive Board are physiotherapists by background, which keeps the needs of patients and clinicians at the heart of the company ethos (just check the Trustpilot reviews).

Ascenti can explore ways to ensure that this role supports your livelihood, whether that means flexible, part-time, or condensed hours.

Our benefits include Vitality at Work membership, access to great discounts and more. Learn more at ascenti.co.uk/careers

Looking to advance your career in MSK physiotherapy?

Join Ascenti, the nation’s most loved independent MSK physiotherapy provider and a trusted partner to hundreds of public and private sector organisations across the UK.

Grow your career

You’ve already gained valuable experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and are now looking for an opportunity that will challenge you, grow your confidence, and take your skills to the next level.

In this role you will treat a 100% MSK caseload and will benefit from award-winning learning and development that’s tailored to you, and designed to help you master your skills in clinic.

We’ve been called the best place for physios to develop beyond university, and if you aspire to run your own MSK practice one day, then working at Ascenti can set you up for life.

Guaranteed progression

Being an MSK Physiotherapist is hard work and rewarding, and you want to know that your salary and role will develop where you work.

At Ascenti, you will benefit from a guaranteed annual pay review and considerable investment in your development, which includes protected learning time.

Once you are 3 years post-qualified and have reached a key progression milestone, you will receive a promotion to Senior MSK Physiotherapist and enjoy a significant salary step change, more autonomy in clinic and new career offerings.

Support structure

Build your experience with the support of your Area Manager, Physiotherapy Development Lead and Clinical Mentor. You will work independently in clinic, but you will never be alone.

You won’t have to worry about doing all the administrative tasks and can say goodbye to old-fashioned paper notes. Ascenti’s digital systems and dedicated customer hub will take care of patient queries and support you with admin.

Join a great company and culture

You want to use your valuable time and skills working for a business that puts patients first. Half of Ascenti's Executive Board are physiotherapists by background, which keeps the needs of patients and clinicians at the heart of the company ethos (just check the Trustpilot reviews).

Ascenti has seen a 300% increase in demand for the company's leading MSK services in recent years, including significant growth in the Private Medical Insurance space. This means that we are currently offering many exciting new roles and career avenues.

Benefits and rewards

Alongside the significant investment in your learning and development, the Ascenti benefits package includes Vitality at Work membership, access to great discounts and more. Learn more here: ascenti.co.uk/careers

Looking to advance your career in MSK physiotherapy?

Join Ascenti, the nation’s most loved independent MSK physiotherapy provider and a trusted partner to hundreds of public and private sector organisations across the UK.

Grow your career

You’ve already gained valuable experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and are now looking for an opportunity that will challenge you, grow your confidence, and take your skills to the next level.

In this role you will treat a 100% MSK caseload and will benefit from award-winning learning and development that’s tailored to you, and designed to help you master your skills in clinic.

We’ve been called the best place for physios to develop beyond university, and if you aspire to run your own MSK practice one day, then working at Ascenti can set you up for life.

Guaranteed progression

Being an MSK Physiotherapist is hard work and rewarding, and you want to know that your salary and role will develop where you work.

At Ascenti, you will benefit from a guaranteed annual pay review and considerable investment in your development, which includes protected learning time.

Once you are 3 years post-qualified and have reached a key progression milestone, you will receive a promotion to Senior MSK Physiotherapist and enjoy a significant salary step change, more autonomy in clinic and new career offerings.

Support structure

Build your experience with the support of your Area Manager, Physiotherapy Development Lead and Clinical Mentor. You will work independently in clinic, but you will never be alone.

You won’t have to worry about doing all the administrative tasks and can say goodbye to old-fashioned paper notes. Ascenti’s digital systems and dedicated customer hub will take care of patient queries and support you with admin.

Join a great company and culture

You want to use your valuable time and skills working for a business that puts patients first. Half of Ascenti's Executive Board are physiotherapists by background, which keeps the needs of patients and clinicians at the heart of the company ethos (just check the Trustpilot reviews).

Ascenti has seen a 300% increase in demand for the company's leading MSK services in recent years, including significant growth in the Private Medical Insurance space. This means that we are currently offering many exciting new roles and career avenues.

Benefits and rewards

Alongside the significant investment in your learning and development, the Ascenti benefits package includes Vitality at Work membership, access to great discounts and more. Learn more here: ascenti.co.uk/careers

Looking to advance your career in MSK physiotherapy?

Join Ascenti, the nation’s most loved independent MSK physiotherapy provider and a trusted partner to hundreds of public and private sector organisations across the UK.

Grow your career

You’ve already gained valuable experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and are now looking for an opportunity that will challenge you, grow your confidence, and take your skills to the next level.

In this role you will treat a 100% MSK caseload and will benefit from award-winning learning and development that’s tailored to you, and designed to help you master your skills in clinic.

We’ve been called the best place for physios to develop beyond university, and if you aspire to run your own MSK practice one day, then working at Ascenti can set you up for life.

Guaranteed progression

Being an MSK Physiotherapist is hard work and rewarding, and you want to know that your salary and role will develop where you work.

At Ascenti, you will benefit from a guaranteed annual pay review and considerable investment in your development, which includes protected learning time.

Once you are 3 years post-qualified and have reached a key progression milestone, you will receive a promotion to Senior MSK Physiotherapist and enjoy a significant salary step change, more autonomy in clinic and new career offerings.

Support structure

Build your experience with the support of your Area Manager, Physiotherapy Development Lead and Clinical Mentor. You will work independently in clinic, but you will never be alone.

You won’t have to worry about doing all the administrative tasks and can say goodbye to old-fashioned paper notes. Ascenti’s digital systems and dedicated customer hub will take care of patient queries and support you with admin.

Join a great company and culture

You want to use your valuable time and skills working for a business that puts patients first. Half of Ascenti's Executive Board are physiotherapists by background, which keeps the needs of patients and clinicians at the heart of the company ethos (just check the Trustpilot reviews).

Ascenti has seen a 300% increase in demand for the company's leading MSK services in recent years, including significant growth in the Private Medical Insurance space. This means that we are currently offering many exciting new roles and career avenues.

Benefits and rewards

Alongside the significant investment in your learning and development, the Ascenti benefits package includes Vitality at Work membership, access to great discounts and more. Learn more here: ascenti.co.uk/careers

Looking to advance your career in MSK physiotherapy?

Join Ascenti, the nation’s most loved independent MSK physiotherapy provider and a trusted partner to hundreds of public and private sector organisations across the UK.

Grow your career

You’ve already gained valuable experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and are now looking for an opportunity that will challenge you, grow your confidence, and take your skills to the next level.

In this role you will treat a 100% MSK caseload and will benefit from award-winning learning and development that’s tailored to you, and designed to help you master your skills in clinic.

We’ve been called the best place for physios to develop beyond university, and if you aspire to run your own MSK practice one day, then working at Ascenti can set you up for life.

Guaranteed progression

Being an MSK Physiotherapist is hard work and rewarding, and you want to know that your salary and role will develop where you work.

At Ascenti, you will benefit from a guaranteed annual pay review and considerable investment in your development, which includes protected learning time.

Once you are 3 years post-qualified and have reached a key progression milestone, you will receive a promotion to Senior MSK Physiotherapist and enjoy a significant salary step change, more autonomy in clinic and new career offerings.

Support structure

Build your experience with the support of your Area Manager, Physiotherapy Development Lead and Clinical Mentor. You will work independently in clinic, but you will never be alone.

You won’t have to worry about doing all the administrative tasks and can say goodbye to old-fashioned paper notes. Ascenti’s digital systems and dedicated customer hub will take care of patient queries and support you with admin.

Join a great company and culture

You want to use your valuable time and skills working for a business that puts patients first. Half of Ascenti's Executive Board are physiotherapists by background, which keeps the needs of patients and clinicians at the heart of the company ethos (just check the Trustpilot reviews).

Ascenti has seen a 300% increase in demand for the company's leading MSK services in recent years, including significant growth in the Private Medical Insurance space. This means that we are currently offering many exciting new roles and career avenues.

Benefits and rewards

Alongside the significant investment in your learning and development, the Ascenti benefits package includes Vitality at Work membership, access to great discounts and more. Learn more here: ascenti.co.uk/careers