Job Title: Physiotherapist
Location: Reading/Hybrid Working
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time or Part Time 30- 37.5 hours between Monday - Friday 0830-1630
Right to live & work within the UK is required for this role.
About Us
The new Optima Health is the UK market leader in the provision of Occupational Health and Wellbeing services. Formed by the combination of three leading businesses (Optima Health, TP Health and Healthwork), the new Optima Health is more than the consolidation of the individual legacy businesses, our combined and complementary capability means we can offer unrivalled clinical expertise and industry leading tailored solutions to our clients. Our aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of the UK workforce by supporting healthy high performance in our client organisations, helping them to achieve their full potential through their people.
Optima Health not only provide an excellent package, but we also offer a structured induction and training programme in your first few weeks, with touchpoints all the way through and support from your Line Manager. One of our core values is One Team and growing and developing together is our key commitment. We offer tailored career development and opportunities for further training and qualifications, to support you in your career journey.
Role Summary
To provide a leading Occupational Health Physiotherapy Service to clients with the aim of early return to work. This involves a positive bio-psychosocial approach combining functional assessment with evidence-based treatment which is underpinned with excellent clinical care. The role will provide the following services on a remote basis; triage phone calls, supported self-management, functional restoration programmes, DSE & Workplace assessments.
The post holder will be required to be onsite once per week at Paddington Fire Station and be able to travel to workplaces or clinics to meet demand within the Berkshire/Hampshire area. On average based on five days per week, you will be onsite 2-3 times per week (depending on caseload and demand). The post holder must hold a driver's license and have access to a vehicle.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
* Provide accurate, detailed, and appropriate assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to employees on a remote or face-to-face basis.
* Identify, assess, and advise on any workplace hazards or contributing factors to Musculoskeletal disorders.
* Conduct workplace assessments such as DSE or work-based tasks as and when required and provide advice and recommendations as appropriate.
* Always maintain clinical objectivity and impartiality in line with occupational health guidance.
* Deliver effective evidence-based rehabilitation that adheres to national clinical standards.
* Utilise a bio-psychosocial approach combined with functional assessment to address barriers to work and inform robust work recommendations.
Experience, Skills, And Knowledge Required For The Role
* Clinical Physiotherapy Qualification.
* Full Member of the CSP & Registered member of HCPC is essential.
* Post-graduate training in Occupational Health/Ergonomics.
* Previous experience or an interest in Occupational Health Physiotherapy.
* Experience of providing functional assessment and fitness for work advice.
* Driver license & access to a vehicle.
What Can We Offer You?
* Competitive salary
* 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* Buy and sell holiday scheme
* Pension scheme
* Health Cash Plan
* Career progression opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Eye care test vouchers
* Flu vaccination scheme
* Employee discount scheme
* Life assurance
* Professional registrations fees paid
* Clinical Training Academy
Optima Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief or sexual orientation.
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