First Contact Physiotherapist
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, NW10 5UY |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0054-26-0004LMGP |
Summary
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Responsibilities Act as a first point of contact clinician for patients with MSK presentations. Undertake advanced clinical assessments, diagnosis, and management planning. Provide expert advice, reassurance, and self-management strategies to patients. Identify red flags and refer appropriately to secondary care or other services. Order and interpret relevant investigations within scope of practice. Make onward referrals to community, secondary care, or specialist MSK services as required. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records on the GP clinical system. Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and service development. Multidisciplinary Working Work closely with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, social prescribers, and other ARRS staff. Contribute to MDT discussions and care planning. Support education of practice staff on MSK conditions and pathways. Governance and Professional Practice Practice in line with HCPC, CSP, and local clinical governance frameworks. Adhere to all practice and PCN policies, including safeguarding and infection control. Maintain CPD and professional revalidation requirements. Participate in appraisal, supervision, and training as required. Typical Workload Independent MSK clinics within the GP practice. Same-day or rapid-access appointments for MSK presentations. Appointment lengths typically 2030 minutes (subject to local model). Mix of acute, chronic, and complex MSK cases. Minimal administrative burden compared with traditional physiotherapy roles.