Physiotherapy Assistant
Job overview
Physiotherapy Department at University Hospitals Plymouth NHT Trust is looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the inpatient teams. The post holder will work alongside Physiotherapists and the multidisciplinary team within the inpatient service.
This post is designed to support the delivery of seven day services to the health care of the elderly, medical, orthopaedic, cardiothoracic wards and hydrotherapy, providing physiotherapeutic intervention to patients across the acute hospital setting.Physiotherapy assistants are integral to the successful provision of care by aiding Physiotherapists to mobilise, rehabilitate and encourage patients with their individual treatment programmes across in and outpatient services. Once competent, the successful candidates will carry their own caseload of patients in addition to working alongside the multidisciplinary wards teams to support the hospital discharge process.
Duties will also include the care of walking aids in addition to general duties within the outpatient department and administration tasks.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
Working under the supervision of Physiotherapy staff, to undertake a variety of tasks (clinical and non-clinical), to support the delivery of physiotherapy to patients.
To work under the direct and indirect supervision and direction of physiotherapy staff in the performance of specific tasks for an individual or group of patients, as part of their treatment and rehabilitation programmes. Supervision takes the form of a physiotherapist supervising the post holder (usually daily but at least weekly) by direct observation of practise, regular formal and informal training.Access to advice and support from senior physiotherapists is always available, regular checks will be made to ensure workload is managed, clinical work and case notes are routinely evaluated.
The Physiotherapy Department can offer you a friendly and social atmosphere with a forward thinking and progressive attitude to the changing face of the NHS. If you join our department you will benefit from a well-established appraisal scheme, in-service training, encouragement with CPD and excellent senior and peer support.Clinical specialists enhance the clinical lead within the department, encouraging evidence based practice and research / audit.
Working for our organisation
We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY.
If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles.
Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams.
It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
See the attached job description for the role, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria- Previous demonstrable experience working in a health care setting.
- Computer literate
- Previous demonstrable experience working in a team.
- Previous demonstrable experience working as a Physiotherapy assistant.
- Demonstrable Clinical Manual handling experience.
- Experience with Falls management.
Qualifications
Essential criteria- GCSEs Grade A-C/4-9 in Maths and English or Functional Skills level 2 in Maths and English/ equivalent qualification.
- NVQ Level 2 qualification in relevant subject or equivalent demonstrable experience
- NVQ level 3 in relevant subject
- Care certificate.
Aptitude and Abilties
Essential criteria- Recognise own limitations.
- Ability to work as a team member.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY INCLUDING YOUR JUNK FOLDER.
If you need support with the online application process or require reasonable adjustments with the application and/or interview process please contact the Recruiting Manager for this post.
We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants about less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. We recommend contacting the manager of the role prior to applying and we commit to giving requests full consideration.
We welcome and encourage applicants who identify with all protected characteristics to apply for our roles. We believe that diversity strengthens our teams and improves our patients' experience. At UHP we aim to create an inclusive workplace and hospital where everyone feels they belong and included.
It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Providing false information is an offence & could result in the application being rejected or summary dismissal/police action if an applicant is successful.
Please note that if you are successful in your application & accept the position you agree that the Staff Health and Wellbeing Department can access your health records from your current/previous employer in order to check the status of your inoculations & screening tests.This is an automated process & the information will only be used for these purposes prior to your taking up the position with us.
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