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PCN First Contact Physiotherapist

Job details
Posting date: 03 September 2025
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: Negotiable
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 30 September 2025
Location: Bath, BA1 6EA
Company: NHS Jobs
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: A4271-25-0010

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Summary

Key Responsibilities Provide expert MSK assessment and management at first contact, without prior GP referral. Develop and implement personalised treatment plans, including advice, education, and exercise prescription. Refer patients for investigations or to secondary care services when clinically indicated. Collaborate with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and other allied health professionals to ensure integrated care. Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives within Bath Independents PCN. Maintain accurate clinical records using EMIS or other practice systems. Support patient self-management and promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices. Participate in clinical supervision, peer support, and CPD activities. Engage with local community services and voluntary sector organisations to support holistic care. Person Specification: Essential: BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy HCPC registration A minimum of 5 years post-registration experience (including 3 years MSK physiotherapy experience) Strong clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently across multiple practice sites Desirable: Experience in primary care or GP settings Independent prescribing qualification Injection therapy certification Familiarity with NHS Englands FCP Roadmap Benefits: Competitive NHS salary and pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Access to funded CPD and training aligned with the FCP Roadmap Supportive team environment with regular supervision Flexible working arrangements across Bath Independents PCN practices Opportunities to contribute to innovative models of care in a forward-thinking PCN

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