Senior MSK Physiotherapist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary care provider is seeking a talented MSK Physiotherapist to join their team in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focusing on delivering high-quality care and professional development toward FCP competencies.

Benefits

Funded CPD opportunities

Protected supervision time

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of post-registration UK practical experience, with a strong MSK focus.
• Maintains an up-to-date CPD portfolio demonstrating ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage MSK conditions using evidence-based practice.
• Deliver group and one-to-one patient education sessions.
• Support patient decision-making and adherence in line with NICE guidelines.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Clinical reasoning

Education

HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced MSK Physiotherapist to join our expanding primary care MSK team in Barnet. Working within GP practices and under the clinical supervision of experienced FCPs, you will independently manage a varied caseload of MSK patients, deliver high-quality assessment and treatment, and contribute to service development initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for physiotherapists looking to further develop their primary care skills and career progression towards advanced practice roles.

This role specially offers supported progression towards First Contact Practitioner (FCP) competencies if desired, with structured supervision, funded CPD opportunities, and involvement in primary care innovations.

Primary Care Physio is England's largest independent specialist provider of first-contact primary care services. We are dedicated to supporting NHS Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and their GP practices by delivering high-quality, tech-enabled primary care FCP (First Contact Practitioner) solutions in Physiotherapy and Podiatry.

Our talented team of over 350 First Contact Physios, First Contact Podiatrists, and Advanced Practitioners is supported by experienced clinical supervisors, approved by Health Education England under the FCP Roadmap to Practice.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage MSK conditions using evidence-based practice.
• Identify red flag symptoms and escalate cases appropriately.
• Develop individualised rehab and management plans, promoting self-management.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Tailor care to patient needs, considering health, well-being, and employment factors.
• Facilitate patient self-management, minimising pharmacological interventions.
• Deliver group and one-to-one patient education sessions.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis effectively.
• Support patient decision-making and adherence in line with NICE guidelines.
• Uphold clinical governance through audit, evaluation, supervision, and training.

Professional Collaboration & Development

• Participate in clinical supervision and case discussions.
• Engage in personal development, training, and competency completion.
• Support student physiotherapist induction and mentoring.
• Contribute to audits and service improvement initiatives.
• Build strong working relationships within the PCN multidisciplinary team.
• Promote MSK health initiatives across practices.

About us

We are a non-bureaucratic, non-hierarchical, and highly supportive team dedicated to providing excellent primary care MSK services. Our "can-do" attitude and positive approach drive our passion for delivering exceptional care.

We welcome applicants from diverse career backgrounds, including private practice & professional sport.

We take pride in offering unrivalled day-to-day peer support, continuing professional development (CPD), and training opportunities. Each team member benefits from 4 hours of protected supervision and CPD time per week, equivalent to 27 days annually, including a weekly one-on-one session with an HEE-approved FCP Supervisor.

Having mobilised over 200 PCN MSK services, we understand that transitioning to primary care for the first time can be daunting. Our extensive experience in implementing primary care MSK services ensures that both you and the primary care network receive comprehensive support, setting the stage for a successful service delivery.

To learn more about what our employees say about working with us, visit: https://uk.indeed.com/cmp/Primary-Care-Physio/reviews

Details Date posted

30 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0149-25-0125

Job locations

Everglade Medical Practice

The Concourse

London

NW9 5XT

Job description Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage MSK conditions using evidence-based practice.
• Identify red flag symptoms and escalate cases appropriately.
• Develop individualised rehab and management plans, promoting self-management.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Tailor care to patient needs, considering health, well-being, and employment factors.
• Facilitate patient self-management, minimising pharmacological interventions.
• Deliver group and one-to-one patient education sessions.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis effectively.
• Support patient decision-making and adherence in line with NICE guidelines.
• Uphold clinical governance through audit, evaluation, supervision, and training.

Professional Collaboration & Development

• Participate in clinical supervision and case discussions.
• Engage in personal development, training, and competency completion.
• Support student physiotherapist induction and mentoring.
• Contribute to audits and service improvement initiatives.
• Build strong working relationships within the PCN multidisciplinary team.
• Promote MSK health initiatives across practices.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication, teamwork, and ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.
• Organised, adaptable, and quick to learn new systems and policies.
• Motivated to develop clinical and leadership skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, HR databases, and modern tech-based collaboration tools.

Experience & Qualifications

• HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist with 12+ months of MSK-focused experience.
• Maintains an up-to-date CPD portfolio.
• Strong clinical reasoning, independent practice skills, and commitment to patient-centred care.
• Experience with SystmOne & NHS primary care MSK settings (desirable).

Job description Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage MSK conditions using evidence-based practice.
• Identify red flag symptoms and escalate cases appropriately.
• Develop individualised rehab and management plans, promoting self-management.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Tailor care to patient needs, considering health, well-being, and employment factors.
• Facilitate patient self-management, minimising pharmacological interventions.
• Deliver group and one-to-one patient education sessions.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis effectively.
• Support patient decision-making and adherence in line with NICE guidelines.
• Uphold clinical governance through audit, evaluation, supervision, and training.

Professional Collaboration & Development

• Participate in clinical supervision and case discussions.
• Engage in personal development, training, and competency completion.
• Support student physiotherapist induction and mentoring.
• Contribute to audits and service improvement initiatives.
• Build strong working relationships within the PCN multidisciplinary team.
• Promote MSK health initiatives across practices.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication, teamwork, and ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.
• Organised, adaptable, and quick to learn new systems and policies.
• Motivated to develop clinical and leadership skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, HR databases, and modern tech-based collaboration tools.

Experience & Qualifications

• HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist with 12+ months of MSK-focused experience.
• Maintains an up-to-date CPD portfolio.
• Strong clinical reasoning, independent practice skills, and commitment to patient-centred care.
• Experience with SystmOne & NHS primary care MSK settings (desirable).

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• - HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist.
• - Minimum 12 months of post-registration UK practical experience, with a strong MSK focus.
• - Maintains an up-to-date CPD portfolio, demonstrating ongoing professional development in MSK physiotherapy through relevant courses, training, and competencies.

Desirable

• - Experience using SystmOne.
• - Previous experience in an NHS primary care or community MSK setting.

Experience Essential

• - Minimum 12 months post-registration UK practical work experience with a strong MSK focus.

Desirable

• - Previous experience working in an NHS primary care or community MSK setting
• - Familiarity with SystmOne.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• - HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist.
• - Minimum 12 months of post-registration UK practical experience, with a strong MSK focus.
• - Maintains an up-to-date CPD portfolio, demonstrating ongoing professional development in MSK physiotherapy through relevant courses, training, and competencies.

Desirable

• - Experience using SystmOne.
• - Previous experience in an NHS primary care or community MSK setting.

Experience Essential

• - Minimum 12 months post-registration UK practical work experience with a strong MSK focus.

Desirable

• - Previous experience working in an NHS primary care or community MSK setting
• - Familiarity with SystmOne.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Primary Care Physio

Address

Everglade Medical Practice

The Concourse

London

NW9 5XT

Employer's website

https://www.primarycarephysio.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Primary Care Physio

Address

Everglade Medical Practice

The Concourse

London

NW9 5XT

Employer's website

https://www.primarycarephysio.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)