Remote Digital Physiotherapist UK - Doctor Care Anywhere — Columbus

Thanks for stopping by! We're Doctor Care Anywhere: The UK's largest private telehealth provider, and we're on an exciting journey of growth, with the ambition to double revenue over the next three years. We work with insurers, healthcare providers and corporate customers to deliver digitally enabled, evidence-based care through our own platform.

With strong technology, clinical infrastructure and a growing base of long-term clients, our focus now is on building on these foundations and growing our partnerships. As more people look for convenient, accessible ways to manage their health, we're well placed to lead the way in digitally enabled primary care in the UK.

Your next role: As a DCA Digital Physiotherapist, you will serve as the first point of contact for patients to assess, diagnose, and manage a diverse range of musculoskeletal and complex conditions, providing tailored treatment plans and referrals as needed. As part of our rapidly growing team, you'll be at the forefront of healthcare innovation, shaping the future of physiotherapy — bringing exceptional care to those who need it and delivering high-quality, patient-centred care through digital platforms, including video and phone consultations.

What we are looking for: Digital Physiotherapists who are able to commit to a minimum of 16 hours a week to provide virtual consultations via our intuitive platform, delivering high quality care to our patients.

Salaried Sessions: We offer fixed shifts and sessions (minimum of 16 hours a week) that can be divided throughout the week based on your preferred hours between 8am–8pm (Monday to Friday), along with optional additional 'ad-hoc' shifts.

Annual salary based on 40 hours FTE: £54,000

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive remote physiotherapy assessments and treatment sessions via our digital platform, ensuring a seamless patient experience
• Assess and diagnose a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, provide evidence-based treatment strategies, and guide patients through rehabilitation programmes
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, including consultation notes and referrals, ensuring compliance with DCA policies and protocols, clinical governance and data protection standards
• Signpost patients to the most appropriate services or care settings
• Work closely within a large, multidisciplinary team that includes GPs, ACPs and non-clinical professionals to provide integrated patient care
• Adhere to DCA's regulatory standards, clinical guidelines, and best practices to ensure the highest standard of care in a digital healthcare environment
• Implement provisions related to Mental Health Legislation (Mental Health Act 2007, Mental Capacity Act 2005) in accordance with legislative requirements, Codes of Practice, and national guidance
• Identify potential vulnerable patients, recognise signs of abuse or neglect, and complete safeguarding referrals in accordance with local and national policies

Experience / Education

• HCPC Registered Physiotherapist
• Minimum of three years' experience in Physiotherapy (within the last two years) within an MSK service in NHS Primary Care or General Practice, working at Level 7 or above
• Completed FCP 1 & 2 accreditation
• Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner qualification (desirable)
• Experience conducting remote patient assessments (phone and video)
• Independent non-medical prescribing qualification (desirable)
• Valid IR(ME)R certificate valid within the last 3 years

Knowledge and Skills

• Up-to-date knowledge of national prescribing policies and guidelines, and an understanding of working within the scope of professional practice (desirable)
• Knowledge of clinical governance principles as applied to remote working and digital healthcare (desirable)
• Proficiency with clinical IT systems (ideally Jira and Teams/Slack)
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage deadlines
• Commitment to patient-centred care and ongoing professional development
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to proficiently document patient consultations according to organisational policy and national guidelines
• Ability to recognise individual learning needs and actively seek professional development opportunities in line with local and national frameworks (e.g., HCPC revalidation requirements)
• Ability to act as a professional role model, demonstrating organisational values and behaviours
• Skill in sharing knowledge and evidence-based insights to support team development and quality care (desirable)
• Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders (desirable)
• A patient-centred approach ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and clinical care

Why You Want to Work Here:

We understand the importance of good health and happiness for our patients — and our team is just the same. At Doctor Care Anywhere, you're not just an employee; you're a valued member of our team. We believe in giving you the freedom to supercharge your career while feeling completely supported.

• 🩺 Doctor Care Anywhere subscription for you and 5 family members/friends
• 🏝️ 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (FTE)
• 🎁 Birthday Day Off
• 🧘 Buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave (FTE)
• 🌳 Company Pension Scheme
• 🌈 Community Days — giving back together
• 👶 Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• 🚴 Bike2Work Scheme
• 🏡 Remote Working
• 🌍 30-Day Work Abroad Allowance — take your laptop overseas for up to 30 days a year
• 🚀 Development Opportunities

Extra perks for clinical roles:

• Medical Indemnity Insurance for all DCA-related work
• Flexible Hours — split sessions to work around your other commitments
• Live Support during your shift via instant messaging
• High-Quality Training and guidance from experienced clinicians
• ISO9001 & ISO27001 accreditation — quality and security assured

Doctor Care Anywhere is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Doctor Care Anywhere is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its patients and expects all colleagues to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory DBS and reference checks, and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.