Job summary Based from our coastal clinics at both Seaford and Eastbourne, this is a full-time, permanent role, with fantastic opportunities to learn and excel in the world of MSK Physiotherapy. Main duties of the job Knowledgeable and enthusiastic in the field of MSK Physiotherapy, we are looking for a First Contact Practitioner to join an experienced, and passionate team, committed to providing a 5 level of physiotherapy care to all our valued patients. About us Horder Healthcare has been committed to caring since 1954 when we were called 'The Horder Centre for Arthritis'. We've come a long way since then. Our consultants are amongst the most skilled, experienced and innovative in their field. Our staff love to work here, so it makes sense that our patient outcomes are in the top 99%. We have grown into a multi-service healthcare provider, with hospitals in Crowborough and East Grinstead, and outreach clinics in Eastbourne and Seaford. We are committed to making a positive impact to the health of individuals and the communities in which we work. Not only have we developed an international reputation for orthopaedic and musculoskeletal care, our partnership with The McIndoe Centre - the birthplace of pioneering plastic surgery treatments, means that we can deliver high-quality plastic, reconstructive, maxillofacial, ophthalmology and orthopaedic services from world-class consultants to an even greater number of people. We know that our working lives are fundamental to emotional wellbeing. Our employees are as valuable to us as our patients and we see it as our duty to nurture an engaged and skilled workforce. To do this we ensure employees have access to training and development opportunities as well as being a flexible and diverse workplace. We are committed to caring, and committed to you. Date posted 14 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £41,925 to £45,552 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number J139-122561 Job locations Horder Healthcare Eastbourne BN22 7PF Job description Job responsibilities Knowledgeable and enthusiastic in the field of MSK Physiotherapy, we are looking for a First Contact Practitioner to join an experienced, and passionate team, committed to providing a 5 level of physiotherapy care to all our valued patients. Based from our coastal clinics at both Seaford and Eastbourne, this is a full-time, permanent role, with fantastic opportunities to learn and excel in the world of MSK Physiotherapy. About you: You will be a passionate and empathetic experienced professional, having worked with a variety of patients. Registered with the HCPC as a Physiotherapist. Excellent communication skills, to help build those all-important and respected relationships with our patients. A proactive and self-motivated working ethic, as you will autonomously undertake the triage of new referrals and manage complex caseloads. Proactive and forward thinking, with a passion for continued learning. Confident in clinical decision making, with working knowledge of advanced clinical reasoning abilities. Salary: up to £45,552.00 per annum At Horder Healthcare, we are proud to champion and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in all areas of our business. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to protected characteristics by applicable law. As a disability confident employer, we are pleased to offer our full support should you require an alternative method of applying or any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. Due to the nature of work here at Horder Healthcare, and to ensure that we remain committed to our Safeguarding policy, any applicant upon an initial offer of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check). References and Occupational Health checks will also be taken up before appointment. Job description Job responsibilities Knowledgeable and enthusiastic in the field of MSK Physiotherapy, we are looking for a First Contact Practitioner to join an experienced, and passionate team, committed to providing a 5 level of physiotherapy care to all our valued patients. Based from our coastal clinics at both Seaford and Eastbourne, this is a full-time, permanent role, with fantastic opportunities to learn and excel in the world of MSK Physiotherapy. About you: You will be a passionate and empathetic experienced professional, having worked with a variety of patients. Registered with the HCPC as a Physiotherapist. Excellent communication skills, to help build those all-important and respected relationships with our patients. A proactive and self-motivated working ethic, as you will autonomously undertake the triage of new referrals and manage complex caseloads. Proactive and forward thinking, with a passion for continued learning. Confident in clinical decision making, with working knowledge of advanced clinical reasoning abilities. Salary: up to £45,552.00 per annum At Horder Healthcare, we are proud to champion and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in all areas of our business. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to protected characteristics by applicable law. As a disability confident employer, we are pleased to offer our full support should you require an alternative method of applying or any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. Due to the nature of work here at Horder Healthcare, and to ensure that we remain committed to our Safeguarding policy, any applicant upon an initial offer of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check). References and Occupational Health checks will also be taken up before appointment. Person Specification About You Essential You will be a passionate and empathetic experienced professional, having worked with a variety of patients. Registered with the HCPC as a Physiotherapist. Excellent communication skills, to help build those all-important and respected relationships with our patients. A proactive and self-motivated working ethic, as you will autonomously undertake the triage of new referrals and manage complex caseloads. Proactive and forward thinking, with a passion for continued learning. Confident in clinical decision making, with working knowledge of advanced clinical reasoning abilities. Person Specification About You Essential You will be a passionate and empathetic experienced professional, having worked with a variety of patients. Registered with the HCPC as a Physiotherapist. Excellent communication skills, to help build those all-important and respected relationships with our patients. A proactive and self-motivated working ethic, as you will autonomously undertake the triage of new referrals and manage complex caseloads. Proactive and forward thinking, with a passion for continued learning. Confident in clinical decision making, with working knowledge of advanced clinical reasoning abilities. 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Horder Healthcare Address Horder Healthcare Eastbourne BN22 7PF Employer's website https://www.horderhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)