Job summary We are looking for a highly skilled Advanced Practice Physiotherapist (APP) who has experience within the NHS providing expert musculoskeletal (MSK) assessment, diagnosis, and management. As an APP you will be operating beyond the traditional scope of physiotherapy, taking on extended responsibilities such as ordering diagnostic imaging, prescribing medications, and referring patients to specialist services. Main duties of the job Expert Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis Conducts advanced MSK assessments, formulates diagnoses, and implements evidence-based treatment plans. Independent Management & Treatment Provides personalised rehabilitation, manual therapy, and exercise prescription. Diagnostics & Prescribing Orders and interprets imaging (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound) and may independently prescribe medications. Injection Therapy Trained to administer corticosteroid and other therapeutic injections to enhance patient care. Referral & Multidisciplinary Working Refers patients to specialists (e.g., orthopaedics, rheumatology) and collaborates with healthcare teams. APPs play a vital role in streamlining patient care, reducing unnecessary referrals, and improving NHS efficiency. About us 18 Week Support is the leading insourcing provider to the NHS, specialising in clinical demand, capacity management, and waiting list initiatives for both outpatients and day case surgery. Our insourcing services provide expert clinical teams to work closely with your in-house teams, allowing you to increase the number of patients seen, reduce waiting lists, and meet RTT expectations without compromising patient care. Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Bank Duration 1 years Working pattern Flexible working Reference number E0341-25-0073 Job locations Arcadia Victoria Road Market Drayton Shropshire TF9 3DW Job description Job responsibilities Job title: Advanced Practice Physiotherapist (APP) Location: West Midlands Start date: End of March Contract Length: 3-6 months Job description Job responsibilities Job title: Advanced Practice Physiotherapist (APP) Location: West Midlands Start date: End of March Contract Length: 3-6 months Person Specification Experience Essential Must be HCPC Registered Must have a minimum of 2 years NHS experience Must have 1 year experience as an APP Desirable Injection trained Person Specification Experience Essential Must be HCPC Registered Must have a minimum of 2 years NHS experience Must have 1 year experience as an APP Desirable Injection trained Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name 18 Week Support Limited Address Arcadia Victoria Road Market Drayton Shropshire TF9 3DW Employer's website https://www.18weeksupport.com/careers/working-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)