First Contact Physiotherapist

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Prudhoe; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD time

Injection therapy training

Independent prescribing training

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare cash plan

EV salary sacrifice

Cycle2Work

TechScheme

Pension scheme

Refer-a-friend bonus

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to work within GP practices, independently assessing and managing MSK presentations, including complex cases. You will request investigations, develop self-management plans, and use your full scope of practice, including prescribing and injections where qualified.

You’ll collaborate with a GP-based MDT, educate staff on MSK pathways, and contribute to service improvement.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as Physiotherapist is essential.
• CSP registration is essential.
• Minimum 5 years postgraduate clinical experience.
• Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience.
• Active CPD portfolio aligned to advanced practice pillars.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations in GP practice.
• Order investigations and referrals, and develop self-management plans.
• Deliver injection therapy and prescribing where qualified.

Skills

HCPC registered

CSP registered

MSK clinical experience

CPD portfolio

Communication skills

Education

HCPC registered Physiotherapist

CSP registered

Tools

EMIS

SystmOne

Job description

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 [e-mail].

This supports: Equality Act 2010 (reasonable adjustments duty) NHS People Promise (Belonging, Compassionate and Inclusive) CQC WellLed domain (inclusive culture, fair treatment)