Partnering Health Ltd is recruiting a Level 1 MSK First Contact Practitioner for community GP settings, where the post holder is the first clinical contact for patients with musculoskeletal problems. The work centres on independent assessment, diagnosis, individualised treatment planning and onward referral, including complex and long-term presentations. The post carries a designated caseload spread across several sites and includes advanced manual therapy, patient education and some MDT teaching. Registration with the HCPC and the CSP is essential.
What the job involves
- Independently assess, diagnose and manage patients with MSK conditions
- Build individualised treatment and management plans using advanced clinical reasoning
- Manage a designated caseload, prioritising clinical need
- Give specialist MSK advice to patients, carers, physiotherapy colleagues and GPs
- Deliver planned and spontaneous patient education
- Apply advanced manual therapy, investigative and analytical skills to complex cases
- Coordinate referrals for diagnostics or secondary care
- Keep accurate, legally compliant clinical records
- Communicate with patients and carers to support rehabilitation outcomes
- Assess capacity, obtain consent and work within legal and professional frameworks
- Contribute to MDT training, teaching and clinical development
- Take part in the organisation's CPD programme
What’s required
Registration & licences
- HCPC registration as a physiotherapist
- CSP registration
Skills & knowledge
- Ability to work independently
- Knowledge of a wide range of assessment and treatment approaches
- Clear understanding of the CSP code of conduct and relevant professional guidelines
Nice to have
- Outpatient or community MSK or neurological rehabilitation experience
- NHS working experience
- Work experience in a related environment, such as sports or healthcare
- Evidence of continued professional development, Stage 1 or on a roadmap
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
