Position
Edinburgh MSK Physiotherapy ServicePosition: B7 MSK Advanced Physiotherapy PractitionerPart‑time: 18 hrs, 0.5 wteSalary: pro‑rataLocation: Central Edinburgh GP Practices
Key Responsibilities
- Part of the physiotherapy service within the GP practice team
- Provide a safe and effective triage service for GP patients presenting with MSK conditions
- First‑contact capacity; triage patients from reception and from GP colleagues’ referrals
- Provide brief interventions and self‑management advice, refer for investigations as indicated, and make onward referrals to physiotherapy or secondary care in line with patient‑centred care
- Demonstrate high clinical reasoning, red‑flag screening and differential diagnosis knowledge
- Support progression towards a master’s level through formal modules (injection therapy, first‑contact practice, prescribing) and portfolio submission
Eligibility and Requirements
Applicants must hold a PVG Scheme membership or record. If not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (child and/or adult) the candidate must apply to Disclosure Scotland and be deemed satisfactory before commencing.
Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this role may require a different level of criminal records check. Confirmation will be provided by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team.
Legal requirement: applicants must demonstrate permission to work in the United Kingdom, as granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service.
Contact
Informal enquiries welcome: gavin.frizzell@nhs.scot or libby.dale@nhs.scot
EEO Statement
NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society and is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for the workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.
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