SP231361 - First Contact Physiotherapist

NHS Grampian; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health board is seeking an experienced physiotherapist to join the MSK FCP Physiotherapy Team in Aberdeen. The role involves providing musculoskeletal services to GP practices while collaborating with other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate should have prior experience with MSK complaints and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment. This position offers opportunities for professional development and training to support your growth in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Commitment to a positive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in clinical settings with MSK patients is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide musculoskeletal service to patients in GP practices.
• Work closely with Physiotherapists and Advanced Practitioners.
• Assist in delivering the correct pathway of care.

Skills

Experience with MSK complaints

Dynamic approach

Teamwork

Job description

Physiotherapist in MSK physiotherapy service based alongside GP practices in the city of Aberdeen.

We are looking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic physiotherapist to join our MSK FCP Physiotherapy Team. This post will be working as part of the FCP team providing a musculoskeletal service to patients within GP practices in the city of Aberdeen.

This post will work closely alongside Physiotherapists and Advanced Practitioners in the MSK outpatient setting and be part of the senior MSK team in Aberdeen. You will be required to work alongside other staff in the city to deliver the correct pathway of care for patients with MSK complaints, as well as being part of a dynamic Physiotherapy service in the City.

The post holder will gain experience of working in clinical settings working alongside medical staff, advanced nurse practitioners, pharmacists and any other team members in GP surgeries in the city.

The post holder will require to be dynamic and have had previous experience of working with patients with MSK complaints to a specialist level. Training and ongoing support will be provided in line with individuals needs.

These posts are part of the city-wide out-patient physiotherapy service which has an active in-service training programme and aims to support relevant continuing professional development.

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Interview date: 14 January 2026

For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact: Heather Davidson.

Additional Information For Candidates

As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at [e-mail].

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all.

You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.

DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.

Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.

• Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.

NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.