Job summary
Park Medical Practice is seeking an experienced and
enthusiastic First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) to join our multidisciplinary
team in Derby. This is a part-time position, working 27 hours per week. Salary
is dependent on experience. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role
in delivering high-quality musculoskeletal (MSK) care at the first point of
contact for our patients, supporting the local community and contributing to an
outstanding patient experience.
Main duties of the job
Provide expert assessment, diagnosis, and
management of MSK conditions for patients in primary care.
Act as the initial point of contact for patients
presenting with MSK issues, working independently to assess, triage, and manage
your caseload.
Offer advice, education, and self-management
strategies to promote early intervention and prevent unnecessary referrals to
secondary care.
Maintain high standards of clinical
documentation and patient confidentiality at all times.
Collaborate closely with GPs, nurses, and the
wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure seamless patient care.
Refer patients for investigations or specialist
services in line with local and national guidelines where necessary.
Participate in service development, clinical
audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
Engage in regular MDT meetings, case
discussions, and continuing professional development activities.
About us
The Park Medical is a progressive, patient-centred GP surgery located in Derby, working over 3 sites, serving approximately 28,000 patients. Our practice is proud of its welcoming culture, strong values, and commitment to continuous learning.
Our current team includes: 8 GP partners, 8 Salaried GPs, 5 ACPs, 4 Pharmacists, 2 Pharmacy Technicians, 2 Social Prescribers and 1 First Contact Physio.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) will provide expert
clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of MSK conditions to patients at
the first point of contact within Park Medical Practice. You will manage an
autonomous caseload, ensuring that all patients receive evidence-based,
patient-centred care. The postholder will work both independently and
collaboratively with the broader healthcare team, contributing to the
practices ethos of high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement.
Key aspects of the role include:
Conducting comprehensive clinical assessments
and formulating individualised management plans for MSK patients.
Delivering patient education and self-management
strategies.
Ensuring accurate and timely clinical
record-keeping in line with information governance requirements.
Working effectively within the MDT to ensure
integrated care pathways for patients.
Appropriate referral for further investigations
or specialist input as required.
Actively contributing to service development and
quality improvement projects.
Maintaining up-to-date clinical skills and
knowledge through ongoing professional development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) will provide expert
clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of MSK conditions to patients at
the first point of contact within Park Medical Practice. You will manage an
autonomous caseload, ensuring that all patients receive evidence-based,
patient-centred care. The postholder will work both independently and
collaboratively with the broader healthcare team, contributing to the
practices ethos of high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement.
Key aspects of the role include:
Conducting comprehensive clinical assessments
and formulating individualised management plans for MSK patients.
Delivering patient education and self-management
strategies.
Ensuring accurate and timely clinical
record-keeping in line with information governance requirements.
Working effectively within the MDT to ensure
integrated care pathways for patients.
Appropriate referral for further investigations
or specialist input as required.
Actively contributing to service development and
quality improvement projects.
Maintaining up-to-date clinical skills and
knowledge through ongoing professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy; HCPC registration; Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) membership.
- HCPC registered physiotherapist; evidence of ongoing professional development. IR(ME)R trained and able to request imaging or to train for this is essential.
- The candidate should be an independent prescriber or actively working toward completing the V300 Independent and Supplementary Prescribing qualification.
Desirable
- The candidate should be capable of performing joint injections or be willing to undergo training to offer this service.
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-qualification MSK experience in autonomous clinical decision-making.
Desirable
- Significant post-qualification experience in primary care or community settings
Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinical reasoning and communication skills;
- ability to manage a varied caseload;
- strong organisational and IT skills;
- commitment to patient-centred care;
- Demonstrates a proactive, flexible approach;
- ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy; HCPC registration; Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) membership.
- HCPC registered physiotherapist; evidence of ongoing professional development. IR(ME)R trained and able to request imaging or to train for this is essential.
- The candidate should be an independent prescriber or actively working toward completing the V300 Independent and Supplementary Prescribing qualification.
Desirable
- The candidate should be capable of performing joint injections or be willing to undergo training to offer this service.
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-qualification MSK experience in autonomous clinical decision-making.
Desirable
- Significant post-qualification experience in primary care or community settings
Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinical reasoning and communication skills;
- ability to manage a varied caseload;
- strong organisational and IT skills;
- commitment to patient-centred care;
- Demonstrates a proactive, flexible approach;
- ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
Desirable
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).
