Senior Therapy Assistant
Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here and we are the Health Service Journal’s Trust of the Year in 2020.
The Care Quality Commission rated King’s Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall we are rated Outstanding for care.
For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.
Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients, we also care for you.
We would love you to join us.
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Job overview
Exciting Opportunity: Band 4 Therapy Assistant in Orthopaedic Physiotherapy
Are you an experienced therapy assistant looking for a new challenge? Join our dynamic, innovative, and forward-thinking Orthopaedic Physiotherapy team at Kings Mill Hospital!
About the Role:
- Location: Kings Mill Hospital
- Specialty: Orthopaedic day case and elective hip and knee surgery
- Focus: Enhanced recovery and excellent patient outcomes
Key Responsibilities:
- Pre-operative Preparation: Take a lead role in preparing patients, including group and clinic work.
- Diverse Caseload: Work with a variety of orthopaedic cases, ensuring comprehensive care.
What We Offer:
- Professional Growth: Excellent opportunities to develop your clinical and personal skills.
- Supportive Environment: Work within a friendly team with strong internal and external networks.
- Innovative Team: Be part of a team committed to continuous improvement and innovation in patient care.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact on patient recovery, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Apply now and become a vital part of our dedicated Orthopaedic Physiotherapy team at Kings Mill Hospital.
Main duties of the job
To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached.
Working for our organisation
Thank you for your interest in this role.
Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here and we are the Health Service Journal’s Trust of the Year in 2020.
The Care Quality Commission rated King’s Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall we are rated Outstanding for care.
For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.
Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients, we also care for you.
We would love you to join us.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached
**This role will involve working either a Saturday or a Sunday each week to cover our weekend Orthopaedic rota.**
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Up to date knowledge of relevant conditions and their therapeutic applications
- Ability to use own initiative
- Understanding the Dynamics of a group
- Computer skills
- Supervisory skills
- Effective prioritisation skills
Qualifications
Essential criteria- NVQ Level III in Care “Diagnostic and Therapeutic Support” award (or equivalent qualification) and substantial experience as a therapy assistant
Further Training
Essential criteria- Counselling skills
- Teaching in a group setting
- Hydrotherapy course
Experience
Essential criteria- Substantial experience as a therapy assistant
- Evidence of CPD/IST
Contractual Requirements
Essential criteria- Able to work flexibly including weekends
- Ability to travel between hospital sites
Applicants are kindly requested to refrain from using AI at any stage during the recruitment process.
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Please note that we no longer accept handwritten/paper applications and that the email address given on your application will be used for all correspondence regarding this post.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received. Priority for vacancies at the Trust will be given to existing employees of Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust whose roles are currently at risk of redundancy due to organisational change.
Only applications received on or before the closing date will be considered for short listing. This is to ensure that the Trust meets its commitment to Equality of Opportunity.
In submitting an application, you authorise Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to confirm any current and previous NHS Service details and you agree to the Trust obtaining and transferring personal date held about you, including Occupational Health data (inoculations and screening tests).This data will be shared using the NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and third party systems via an automated process and will only be used for the purposes of maintaining your employment record.
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be invoiced to you once you've commenced employment.The current price of a check is £26.40 for a standard check and £54.40 for an enhanced. If you are asked to complete a DBS check and have a previous identity that you do not wish to be disclosed to your employer and/or on your DBS certificate, you should call or email the dedicated sensitive applications team before submitting your application.
The team is experienced in dealing with sensitive cases and will advise you of the process and what you need to do.
Please note any genuine job offer letters will only be received if you have applied, interviewed, and received a verbal offer from the appointing manager for a vacancy within Sherwood Forest Hospitals. If you receive a job offer and you are not sure of its authenticity, please report it to the following email [email protected]