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First Contact Physiotherapy Practitioner (FCP)Join to apply for theFirst Contact Physiotherapy Practitioner (FCP)role atNHS First Contact Physiotherapy Practitioner (FCP)3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theFirst Contact Physiotherapy Practitioner (FCP)role atNHS Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job SummaryOrpington Primary Care Network (PCN) is looking for a dynamic and autonomous Job SummaryOrpington Primary Care Network (PCN) is looking for a dynamic and autonomousFirst Contact Physiotherapy Practitioner (FCP)to join our forward-thinking, multidisciplinary team.This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of primary care, supporting patients across our member GP practices in Orpington. You'll be the first point of contact for people presenting with MSK conditions and will play a vital role in improving patient care and access to early specialist assessment.Main duties of the jobConduct expert MSK assessments and management within GP practices Triage and manage patients independently, reducing demand on GP appointments Support patients in self-management, prevention, and lifestyle change Collaborate with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, social prescribers, and the wider Orpington PCN teamAbout UsThe Orpington Primary Care Network is a group of general practice surgeries in the outer London suburbs. We currently have 40 staff including a team of FCPs are looking to expand the team. 1 full time or 2 part time FCPs sought. Training and clinical supervision is provided in a supportive environment where we are keen to promote staff development.A mix of home and surgery-based working at 3-4 surgeries.DetailsDate posted25 June 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£45,000 to £50,000 a year Company pensionContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference numberB0424-25-0000Job locationsGreen Street Green Medical Centre21 High StreetGreen Street GreenOrpingtonKentBR6 6BGJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesThe successful candidate will play a key role in proactively working with people, who would need support around MSK related conditions and to provide coordination and navigation of care and support across health and care services.They will work closely with GPs and practice teams, making sure that appropriate support is made available to people; supporting them to understand and manage their condition and ensuring their changing needs are addressed. They will enable people to access the services and support they require to meet their health and wellbeing needs, helping to improve peoples quality of life.Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To:Work within primary care, seeing patients directly from reception booking ad triage.Work independently, to assess, diagnose, triage, and manage patientsWhere required refer patients to other health professionals within the PCNJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesThe successful candidate will play a key role in proactively working with people, who would need support around MSK related conditions and to provide coordination and navigation of care and support across health and care services.They will work closely with GPs and practice teams, making sure that appropriate support is made available to people; supporting them to understand and manage their condition and ensuring their changing needs are addressed. They will enable people to access the services and support they require to meet their health and wellbeing needs, helping to improve peoples quality of life.Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To:Work within primary care, seeing patients directly from reception booking ad triage.Work independently, to assess, diagnose, triage, and manage patientsWhere required refer patients to other health professionals within the PCNPerson SpecificationExperienceEssentialAt least 3 years experience in MSK physiotherapyDesirableFamiliarity with EMIS Injection therapy and or prescribing qualification or working towardsQualificationsEssentialHCPC-registered Physiotherapist At least 3 years experience in MSK physiotherapy Completed FCP Roadmap to Practice portfolio Stage 1 & 2 or MSc in First Contact Physiotherapy Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and autonomy Enthusiasm for integrated working and patient-centred carePerson SpecificationEssentialHCPC-registered Physiotherapist At least 3 years experience in MSK physiotherapy Completed FCP Roadmap to Practice portfolio Stage 1 & 2 or MSc in First Contact Physiotherapy Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and autonomy Enthusiasm for integrated working and patient-centred careDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameOrpington PCNAddressGreen Street Green Medical Centre21 High StreetGreen Street GreenOrpingtonKentBR6 6BGEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameOrpington PCNAddressGreen Street Green Medical Centre21 High StreetGreen Street GreenOrpingtonKentBR6 6BGEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)LNKD1_UKTJ Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Consulting Industries Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NHS by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Physiotherapist” roles.London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Ealing, England, United Kingdom 8 hours ago Clinical Lead Physiotherapist - MCATS, MSKLondon, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Specialist Physiotherapist-Surrey Downs Health & CareEpsom, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Greenwich, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Welling, England, United Kingdom 8 hours ago Esher, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Physiotherapist - Inpatient Orthopedics (Bank)London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 7 hours ago Southwark, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 8 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 hours ago Band 6 Specialist Rotational PhysiotherapistLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Hammersmith And Fulham, England, United Kingdom £1,348.00-£1,348.00 1 week ago Specialist Physiotherapist/ Specialist Respiratory NurseOrpington, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Chiswick, England, United Kingdom 9 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Trauma and Orthopaedics Physiotherapy Team LeadLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Cobham, England, United Kingdom 4 months ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Leatherhead, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Band 6 Specialist Rotational PhysiotherapistLondon, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Lead Physiotherapist - Womens First TeamLondon, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Specialist Community Physiotherapist - Surrey Downs H&CDorking, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Bank Specialist Physiotherapist (Rotational) Band 6Barnet, England, United Kingdom 7 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Specialist Physiotherapist (non-rotational) - Pain & RehabStanmore, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Self Employed Senior MSK PhysiotherapistLondon, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Specialist Physiotherapist-Surrey Downs Health & CareEpsom, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Cobham, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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