Job summary
If you're an experienced physiotherapist looking to develop your career in a supportive, forward-thinking team, this could be your next move.
As a First Contact Physiotherapist, you will be fully integrated into the practice, collaborating closely with GPs, receptionists, nurses, and other MDT colleagues to provide cohesive, tailored patient care.
Main duties of the job
You will work within the general practice team to meet the needs of patients and support the delivery of the services. You will be expected to demonstrate clinical and communication skills to a high standard and a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development. You will evaluate, diagnose, and manage MSK patients right from the initial point of contact, enjoying complete autonomy along with clinical support.
Main duties of the job include clinical practice where you independentlyassess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations.Collaboration & Development, where you not only work within the surgerys GPs MDT teram, but also educatecolleagues onMSK triage pathwaysand provide informal guidance.Leadership & Learning is also imporant in the role, the succesful candidatre should contribute toclinical governance and mentoringwhere appropriate.
About us
Crosby House is a GP training practice in the heart of slough with a population base of 11,500. We are a two partner practice with seven salaried GPs. We look after a diverse population providing a wide variety of pathology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
- Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage musculoskeletal (MSK) presentations, including intricate cases.
- Request necessary investigations (such as imaging and blood tests) and make suitable referrals.
- Create self-management plans to encourage behavioural change and facilitate recovery.
- Utilise the full extent of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy.
Collaboration & Development
- Engage within a GP-based multidisciplinary team (MDT), nurturing strong relationships with practice staff.
- Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and offer guidance.
- Support clinical audits and initiatives for service improvement.
Leadership & Learning
Take part in supervision and peer reflection sessions.
Continue professional development in line with the HEE Roadmap to Practice.
Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
- Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage musculoskeletal (MSK) presentations, including intricate cases.
- Request necessary investigations (such as imaging and blood tests) and make suitable referrals.
- Create self-management plans to encourage behavioural change and facilitate recovery.
- Utilise the full extent of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy.
Collaboration & Development
- Engage within a GP-based multidisciplinary team (MDT), nurturing strong relationships with practice staff.
- Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and offer guidance.
- Support clinical audits and initiatives for service improvement.
Leadership & Learning
Take part in supervision and peer reflection sessions.
Continue professional development in line with the HEE Roadmap to Practice.
Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience
- Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience
- Familiarity with the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework
- An active Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio that aligns with the 4 pillars of advanced practice
Desirable
- MSK triage experience
- Experience working in GP practices
- Experience using EMIS
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist
- Qualified injection therapist and / or independent prescriber
Desirable
- Completion of some level 7 MSc learning.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience
- Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience
- Familiarity with the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework
- An active Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio that aligns with the 4 pillars of advanced practice
Desirable
- MSK triage experience
- Experience working in GP practices
- Experience using EMIS
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist
- Qualified injection therapist and / or independent prescriber
Desirable
- Completion of some level 7 MSc learning.
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).
