Employer: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Royal Derby Hospital
Town: Derby
Salary: £23,615 pro rata pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 20/11/2024 23:59
Interview date: 04/12/2024
Physiotherapy Assistant (Trauma and Orthopaedics)
Band 2
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
The team is looking for a motivated, organised Physiotherapy Assistant to support patient care in an in-patient environment within trauma and orthopaedics at the Royal Derby Hospital.
They must show the ability to be flexible within their working day, show initiative, and be mindful of the wider team's needs and workload.
Proven team skills are essential for this role as is the ability to work independently. A desire to help people in their recovery and motivate them to reach their potential is a key part of this role. Basic IT skills are desirable for administration duties.
Recent experience of working in a care setting and the moving and handling of adults is essential. Good interpersonal and communication skills are required along with the ability to motivate and encourage patients with physical needs.
The post holder will need to be able to commit to working some weekend days as part of their regular working pattern.
Main duties of the job
Working under the supervision of qualified physiotherapy staff as well as assistant practitioners and senior assistants to undertake a variety of tasks relating to direct patient care and treatment.
To assist during the therapy treatment of an individual or group of patients, performing specific tasks delegated in relation to helping patients with mobility, transfers, exercise programs and activities of daily living.
In addition, to support the physiotherapy service with non-clinical duties such as issue of patient equipment, activity recording and housekeeping duties which aid the efficient running of the department.
To undertake delegated tasks, which may include practice of functional activities, mobilisation, preparing equipment for use by patients and carrying out planned treatment programmes.
To work alongside qualified staff to undertake basic assessment and treatment of patients. To treat an individual or group of patients, in relation to helping them with functional activities of daily living, mobility progression, exercise programs and regaining independence.
To liaise with other physiotherapy colleagues to provide a prioritised service during times of pressure as a result of workload or staffing difficulties and discharge pressures.
Working for our organisation
In return we will offer:
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Knowledge and attitude
* Demonstrates desire to work in T&O In-Patients
* Shows good understanding of the job requirements
* Understanding of trust core values
Communication
* Ability and experience of communicating effectively with a range of people
* Evidence of working and communicating effectively as part of a team
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Most of our posts are subject to a DBS check, however having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from obtaining a position.
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