First Contact Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy Thame Permanent Sep 28, 2026
First Contact Physiotherapist
Location: Thame and Surrounding area.
Hours:40 hours Permanent.
Salary: £42,000 to £49,000 pro rota. Depending on experience.
Pure Physio has been a leading NHS partner since 2016, delivering highquality First Contact Physiotherapists (FCP)and wider clinical services fully integrated within Primary Care. We work collaboratively with Primary Care Networks, Neighbourhood Teams, GP Federations, GP clusters and ICBs across England, Scotland,Walesand Northern Ireland to provide communitybased, preventative healthcare that improves population health and reduces system pressure.
Our multidisciplinary teams — including First Contact Physiotherapists, Health & Wellbeing Coaches and Social Prescribers — focus on early intervention, prevention andlongtermwellbeing. We support MSK care, longterm conditions (including CVD,diabetesand persistent pain), social prescribing, women’s health, neurology,rheumatologyand geriatric care.
A First Contact Physiotherapist is an MSK specialist based in GP practices who can assess,diagnoseand support patients at their very first point of contact — without needing to see a GP first.
What FCPs do?
- Assess and diagnose MSK conditions on the patient’s first contact
- Provideexpert advice on pain management,mobilityand recovery
- Recommend treatment or onward referral to specialists
- Order investigations such asXraysor blood tests when appropriate
- Reduce GP workload by managing MSK cases directly
Attimesan APP maybe requiredto fulfil a requirement to
- Take on complex MSK presentations that exceed FCP scope
- Lead persistent pain management pathways
- Support patients with multimorbidities (CVD, diabetes, frailty, mental health)
- Provide advanced rehabilitation planning
- Reduce unnecessary referrals to secondary care
Whydo these roles matter?
Musculoskeletal problems account for around 30% of all GP appointments.So,weensure patients get faster access to the right clinician, improving outcomes while freeing up GP time for other health needs.
Training and Expertise
All FCPs are qualified physiotherapists with:
- A BSc or MSc in Physiotherapy
- 5 years post qualification experience
- Advanced MSK training aligned with the national FCP/Advanced Practice Roadmap
This enables them to work autonomously, request investigations and make complex clinical decisions.
In Summary
A First Contact Physiotherapist from Pure Physio gives patients rapid, expert assessmentswhile supporting PCNs with transparent reporting, preventative care and integratedcommunitybasedservices.
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First Contact Physiotherapist in Thame employer: ExamWorks Group
At Pure Physiotherapy, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where our employees can thrive. With a strong emphasis on professional development, we offer generous CPD funding, flexible working patterns, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes up to 38 days of holiday and a monthly bonus scheme. Join us in Doncaster, where your passion for MSK care will be valued, and you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative team culture.
