First Contact Physiotherapist

Job summary
To deliver a first-contact physiotherapy service for the PCN population (circa 40,000 patients) located in Lewisham and surrounding practices. The physiotherapist will assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment and rehabilitation for patients with musculoskeletal and other appropriate conditions, working face-to-face. The post-holder will schedule appointments, use EMIS, and provide high-quality patient-centred care.

Main duties of the job
Working Pattern: Monday and Wednesday, 4:00pm8:00pm.
Eligibility: This role is open to UK applicants with the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
Essential Requirement: Applicants must have successfully completed Stage 1 of the First Contact Practitioner (FCP) Roadmap before applying.

You will Undertake patient assessment, diagnosis, formulation of treatment plans and delivery of physiotherapy interventions in line with evidence based practice.

Manage new and follow-up appointments, including scheduling and follow-up care.

Deliver consultations face-to-face.

Demonstrate physiotherapy tools and exercises to support patient self-management.

Record assessments and outcomes on EMIS.

Work autonomously within scope of practice and escalate appropriately.

Liaise with GPs, practice staff, AHPs, and other stakeholders for seamless pathways.

Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and service development.

Service & Operational Duties
Work flexibly across day, evening and weekend sessions.

Ensure accurate appointment scheduling and follow-up.

Contribute to meeting service KPIs and continuous service improvement.

Maintain equipment and ensure appropriate use of physiotherapy tools.

Adhere to governance, safeguarding, infection control, and confidentiality policies.

About us
SELDOC Healthcare group, a GP co-operative that provides urgent and emergency healthcare to a population of 2 million people in South East London.

SeldocHealthcare works across England and Wales, working either from our nationwide network of clinics or from our clients own premises whichever best suits our clients and their teams.

Seldoc Healthcare is built on a vision to support employees and private patients with health and wellbeing services that adapt.

Job responsibilities
1. Job Purpose
To deliver a first-contact physiotherapy service for the PCN population (circa 40,000 patients) located in Lewisham and surrounding practices. The physiotherapist will assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment and rehabilitation for patients with musculoskeletal and other appropriate conditions, working face to face. The post-holder will schedule appointments, use EMIS, and provide high quality patient centred care.

2. Key Responsibilities & Duties
Clinical Duties
Undertake patient assessment, diagnosis, formulation of treatment plans and delivery of physiotherapy interventions in line with evidence based practice.

Manage new and follow-up appointments, including scheduling and follow up care.

Deliver consultations face to face.

Demonstrate physiotherapy tools and exercises to support patient self-management.

Record assessments and outcomes on EMIS.

Work autonomously within scope of practice and escalate appropriately.

Liaise with GPs, practice staff, AHPs, and other stakeholders for seamless pathways.

Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and service development.

Service & Operational Duties
Work flexibly across day, evening and weekend sessions.

Ensure accurate appointment scheduling and follow up.

Contribute to meeting service KPIs and continuous service improvement.

Maintain equipment and ensure appropriate use of physiotherapy tools.

Adhere to governance, safeguarding, infection control, and confidentiality policies.

Professional & Personal Development
Maintain HCPC registration and CSP membership.

Engage in CPD activities, supervision and appraisal.

Contribute to pathway and protocol development.

Reflect on practice and promote clinical excellence.

Person Specification
Essential

• BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent qualification.
• FCP HEE agreed recognition
• HCPC registration and eligibility for CSP membership.
• Experience managing MSK caseloads.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Familiarity with EMIS or similar systems.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Experience in primary care or first-contact physiotherapy.
• Experience with remote consultations.
• Evidence of service development or quality improvement.
• Flexible working across multiple sites.
• Demonstration of leadership or mentoring skills.

Working Conditions & Benefits
Flexible working pattern, including evenings/weekends.

Competitive sessional pay rate with London weighting.

Access to CPD, supervision and development.

Travel expenses reimbursed as per policy.

DBS check and right-to-work required.

Review & Amendment
This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended in discussion with the post-holder to reflect changing service needs, technologies or organisational priorities.

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.