MSK First Contact Specialist Physiotherapist (FCP)

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Physiotherapist to act as a Clinical Specialist within the MSK pathway, split between Primary Care First Contact Practitioner work and the MSK service. The post is permanent and provides full training and support for the role, with opportunities to lead clinical developments, manage a caseload, and contribute to CPD across the service.

You will triage referrals, provide advanced MSK assessment and treatment, and collaborate with GP

Qualifications

• Band 7 Physiotherapist with MSK pathway experience.
• Experience as a First Contact Practitioner in Primary Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-standard physiotherapy service to Consultant and GP referred patients.
• Provide first contact assessment and proactive first line management of MSK conditions.
• Triage referrals to decide the most appropriate pathway for patients.
• Provide clinical leadership for staff and CPD activities.
• Contribute to training and development of PCN staff.
• Discharge planning and liaising with external agencies to support ongoing care.

Skills

First Contact Practitioner (FCP)

MSK pathway

Clinical leadership

CPD

Caseload management

Job description

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Physiotherapist to act as a Clinical Specialist within the MSK pathway, split between Primary Care First Contact Practitioner work and the MSK service. The post is permanent and provides full training and support for the role, with opportunities to lead clinical developments, manage a caseload, and contribute to CPD across the service.

You will triage referrals, provide advanced MSK assessment and treatment, and collaborate with GP