First Contact Physiotherapist

NHS; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a physiotherapist to deliver a first-contact physiotherapy service. Responsibilities include assessing and planning treatment for patients, managing appointments, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Candidates should possess a BSc in Physiotherapy, HCPC registration, and experience with MSK caseloads. Competitive sessional pay rate and benefits offered, including CPD opportunities and travel expenses reimbursement.

Benefits

Competitive sessional pay rate

Access to CPD opportunities

Travel expenses reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience managing MSK caseloads.
• Familiarity with EMIS or similar systems.
• Evidence of service development or quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first‑contact physiotherapy service for the PCN population.
• Undertake patient assessment, diagnosis, and form treatment plans.
• Liaise with GPs, practice staff, AHPs, and stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Experience in remote consultations

Leadership or mentoring skills

Education

BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent qualification

HCPC registration

Eligibility for CSP membership

Tools

EMIS

Physiotherapy tools

Job description

About us

Verve Healthcare is a division of the SELDOC Healthcare group, a GP co‑operative that provides urgent and emergency healthcare to a population of 2 million people in South East London. Verve Healthcare works across England and Wales, either from our nationwide network of clinics or at our clients’ own premises, whichever best suits the team.

Main duties of the job

To deliver a first‑contact physiotherapy service for the PCN population (circa 40,000 patients) located in Lewisham and surrounding practices. The physiotherapist will assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment and rehabilitation for patients with musculoskeletal and other appropriate conditions, working both face‑to‑face and remotely. The post‑holder will schedule appointments, use EMIS, and provide high‑quality patient‑centred care.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Undertake patient assessment, diagnosis, formulation of treatment plans and delivery of physiotherapy interventions in line with evidence‑based practice.
• Manage new and follow‑up appointments, including scheduling and follow‑up care.
• Deliver consultations both face‑to‑face and remotely.
• Demonstrate physiotherapy tools and exercises to support patient self‑management.
• Record assessments and outcomes on EMIS.
• Work autonomously within scope of practice and escalated appropriately.
• Liaise with GPs, practice staff, AHPs and other stakeholders for seamless pathways.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and service development.

Service & Operational Duties

• Work flexibly across day, evening and weekend sessions.
• Ensure accurate appointment scheduling and follow‑up.
• Contribute to meeting service KPIs and continuous service improvement.
• Maintain equipment and ensure appropriate use of physiotherapy tools.
• Adhere to governance, safeguarding, infection control and confidentiality policies.

Professional & Personal Development

• Maintain HCPC registration and CSP membership.
• Engage in CPD activities, supervision and appraisal.
• Contribute to pathway and protocol development.
• Reflect on practice and promote clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent qualification.
• FCP HEE agreed recognition.
• HCPC registration and eligibility for CSP membership.
• Experience managing MSK caseloads.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Familiarity with EMIS or similar systems.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience in primary care or first‑contact physiotherapy.
• Experience with remote consultations.
• Evidence of service development or quality improvement.
• Flexible working across multiple sites.
• Demonstration of leadership or mentoring skills.

Working Conditions & Benefits

• Competitive sessional pay rate with London weighting.
• Access to CPD, supervision and development.
• Travel expenses reimbursed as per policy.
• DBS check and right‑to‑work required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.