First Contact Physiotherapist

We are recruiting a full-time (37.5 hours) First Contact Physiotherapist to join an established and experienced team.

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. This is not a hybrid or remote position. You will be embedded in your practice(s), working closely with GPs, receptionists, nurses, and other MDT colleagues to deliver integrated, personalised patient care. You will have the opportunity to use or develop advanced skills, including injection therapy and independent prescribing, supported by protected CPD time and structured supervision.

Are you ready to transform MSK care at the frontline of Primary Care?

Do you want to:

• Work for the only MSK organisation in the UK certified as a Great Place to Work?
• Receive 12.5+ days per year of protected CPD and supervision time?
• Have funded training opportunities, including injection therapy and independent prescribing?
• Be part of a fast-growing, award-winning clinical organisation that puts people first?

Please note that the postcode listed in the advert is for reference only. This PCN operates across multiple GP practices within the area, offering flexibility in terms of work location.

Due to the remote nature of some sites, a full driving licence and access to a car is essential.

Clinical Practice

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations, including complex cases
• Request investigations (e.g. imaging, blood tests) and make appropriate referrals
• Develop tailored self-management plans to support behavioural change and recovery
• Utilise full scope of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy (if qualified)
• Maintain daily utilisation records and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs)
• 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
• Participate in supervision and peer reflection sessions
• Continue development aligned with the HEE Roadmap to Practice
• Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate

Leading the Way in FCP Services Across the UK

Primary Care Physio is the UK’s largest independent specialist provider of First Contact Practitioner (FCP) services dedicated to supporting NHS Primary Care Networks (PCNs). Since our founding in 2020 we have rapidly expanded to deliver over one million patient consultations annually, support more than 200 PCNs and 1,000+ GP practices, serve a population of over nine million patients, employ nearly 400 FCPs and Advanced Practitioners across physiotherapy, podiatry and occupational therapy, and won LaingBuisson 2023 Best in Primary Care and Diagnostics.

Certified Great Place to Work. Read what our team says here https://www.greatplacetowork.co.uk/certified-company/1574534

Meet our leadership team here https://primarycarephysio.co.uk/pages/management-team

What You will Do

Clinical Practice

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations including complex cases
• Request investigations (e.g. imaging, blood tests) and make appropriate referrals
• Create tailored self-management plans to support behavioural change and recovery
• Use full scope of practice – including prescribing and injection therapy (if qualified)
• Record utilisation data daily and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs)

Collaboration & Development

• Work as part of a GP-based MDT and build positive 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

• Engage in supervision and peer reflection sessions
• Continue your development against the HEE Roadmap to Practice
• Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate

What Were Looking For

Essential:

• HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist
• Minimum 5 years post-graduate 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 4 pillars of advanced practice

Desirable:

• MSc Level 7 modules
• Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS)
• Experience working in GP practices
• Experience using EMIS or SystmOne
• Qualified in injection therapy and/or as an Independent Prescriber

Key Skills

• Confident and friendly with a collaborative approach to integrating into GP practice teams
• Able to build strong relationships with GPs, receptionists, nurses, and MDT members
• Excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills
• Calm, resilient, and proactive in a fast-paced, evolving healthcare setting
• Comfortable with digital tools and modern clinical systems
• Committed to high standards of ethical, professional, and patient-centred care

Primary Care Physio (PCP) welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments and support throughout the recruitment process. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability or long-term health condition, please contact

This supports:

• Equality Act 2010 (reasonable adjustments duty)
• NHS People Promise (Belonging, Compassionate and Inclusive)
• CQC Well-Led domain (inclusive culture, fair treatment)

• HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist
• A degree in Physiotherapy
• Completion of some level 7 MSc learning (HEE Roadmap Stage 1 & 2)
• Qualified independent prescriber
• Qualified injection therapist

• Minimum 5 years post-graduate 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 4 pillars of advanced practice
• Where possible, reasonable adjustments will be considered to enable applicants to meet the requirements of the role.
• Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS)
• Experience working in GP practices
• Experience using EMIS or SystmOne

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.