PCN First Contact Physiotherapist

Bath Independents PCN is seeking a dynamic and autonomous First Contact Physiotherapist to join our existing FCP and multidisciplinary team. As an FCP you will be the first point of contact for patients presenting with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, providing expert assessment, diagnosis, and management within our GP practices. This role is central to improving patient access, reducing GP workload, and enhancing MSK care across our member practices.

Overview

Bath Independents Primary Care Network (PCN) is a group of 3 practices which incorporate, Batheaston, Fairfield Park and Widcombe Surgeries. We deliver strong patient care to our 30,000-patient population working collaboratively as a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert MSK assessment and management at first contact, without prior GP referral.
• Develop and implement personalised treatment plans, including advice, education, and exercise prescription.
• Refer patients for investigations or to secondary care services when clinically indicated.
• Collaborate with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and other allied health professionals to ensure integrated care.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives within Bath Independents PCN.
• Maintain accurate clinical records using EMIS or other practice systems.
• Support patient self-management and promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Participate in clinical supervision, peer support, and CPD activities.
• Engage with local community services and voluntary sector organisations to support holistic care.

About us

The PCN is committed to developing, supporting, and sustaining a diverse workforce, representative of the community it serves. By working together with our different Network teams, we use our combined skills to provide a service that is joined-up, holistic, proactive, and personal for the patient.

We are lucky that all our practices are located close to the beautiful city centre of Bath, with excellent transport links, schools, places of interest for the whole family and an abundance of restaurants and bars.

Person Specification

• BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• A minimum of 5 years post-registration experience (including 3 years MSK physiotherapy experience)
• Strong clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently across multiple practice sites
• Experience in primary care or GP settings
• Independent prescribing qualification
• Injection therapy certification
• Familiarity with NHSE England's FCP Roadmap

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.

Equivalent to Band 7 depending on experience