First Contact Physiotherapist
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,000 - £56,500 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | ROMFORD, RM7 0XR |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 15 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 14 Sept 2026 |
Summary
What You Will Do Clinical Practice Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations, including complex cases. Request investigations such as imaging and blood tests, and make appropriate referrals. Create tailored selfmanagement plans that support behavioural change and longterm recovery. Use your full scope of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy (where qualified). Record utilisation data daily and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs). Collaboration & Development Work as part of a GPbased MDT and build strong, positive relationships with practice staff. Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal clinical guidance. Support clinical audits and contribute to service improvement initiatives. Help shape and refine local MSK care pathways. Leadership & Learning Participate in supervision and peerreflection sessions. Continue progressing against the HEE Roadmap to Practice. Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate. What Were Looking For Essential 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. Desirable MSc Level 7 modules. Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (NHS or private sector). Experience working in GP practices. Experience using EMIS or SystmOne. Qualified in injection therapy and/or Independent Prescribing. Key Skills Confident, friendly, and collaborative, with the ability to integrate smoothly into GP practice teams. Able to build strong working relationships with GPs, reception teams, nurses, and MDT colleagues. Excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills. Calm, resilient, and proactive in a fastpaced and evolving healthcare environment. Comfortable using digital tools and modern clinical systems. Committed to high standards of ethical, professional, and patientcentred care. 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. Referafriend bonus scheme. A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Primary Care Physio 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 require assistance due to a disability or longterm health condition, please contact primarycarefcp.talent@nhs.net. This supports: Equality Act 2010 (reasonable adjustments duty) NHS People Promise (Belonging, Compassionate and Inclusive) CQC WellLed domain (inclusive culture, fair treatment)