First Contact Physiotherapist
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,000 to £56,500 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Newton Aycliffe, DL5 5LH |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Nov 2026 |
Summary
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 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