Description
We are looking to recruit a full-time First Contact Physiotherapist (37.5 hours per week) to join our established and experienced team. This is a 5-month fixed-term position providing maternity cover and offers an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive, collaborative, and patient-focused environment.
As a First Contact Physiotherapist, you will work on-site in GP practices as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team. You will assess, diagnose, and manage MSK patients at the first point of contact - with full autonomy and clinical support.
Main duties of the job
- Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations, including complex cases.
- Request investigations such as imaging and blood tests, and make appropriate referrals.
- Develop tailored self-management plans to support behavioural change and recovery.
- Utilize full scope of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy (if qualified).
- Maintain daily utilisation records and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs).
Collaboration & Development
- Work within a GP-based MDT, fostering strong relationships with practice staff.
- Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal guidance.
- Support clinical audits and service improvement initiatives.
- Help shape and refine local MSK care pathways.
Leadership & Learning
- Participate in supervision and peer reflection sessions.
- Continue development aligned with the HEE Roadmap to Practice.
- Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate.
What We're Looking For
- HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist.
- Minimum 5 years postgraduate clinical experience.
- Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience.
- Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework.
- Active CPD portfolio aligned to the four pillars of advanced practice.
What We Offer
- 12.5+ days protected CPD time annually.
- Fully funded training in Injection Therapy and Independent Prescribing.
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising to 33 with service).
- Enhanced sick pay scheme.
- Corporate private healthcare cash plan via Medicash.
- Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
- Cycle2Work and TechScheme salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible workplace pension.
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
- A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture.