We are looking for a committed and energetic individual to join our team as a full time Band 4 Physiotherapy Clinical Support Worker in the inpatient Medicine for Older People service at Stoke Mandeville Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about delivering therapy to older people and neurological patients in the acute setting. This role will suit someone who is motivated, compassionate, and keen to support patients to achieve their potential, in a fast-paced environment. The role is part of a well-established and supportive therapy team. The post is full time for 37.5 hours per week.
Previous experience of working as a physiotherapy assistant is desirable. Having good communication and team-working skills is essential. The post involves weekend working as part of the therapy weekend service.
Key Responsibilities:
1. To be an integral member of the Medicine for Older People and Neuro Outliers Physiotherapy team, providing prompt assessment and delivery of therapeutic treatments to patients in liaison with senior Physiotherapy staff.
2. To take responsibility for designated elements of the patient treatment protocols and delivery of such treatments in patients' own home.
3. To act as a technical resource to the Therapy department, in relation to the provision of mobility equipment.
4. To document, evaluate and liaise with qualified Physiotherapists following interventions.
5. To be responsible for the completion and potential delegation of non-clinical tasks within the Medicine for Older People and Neuro Outliers Team and wider Physiotherapy teams.
6. To work as part of the weekend Therapy Service.
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
* As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
* We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.
* We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
* We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
* As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
* Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
* Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
* Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
* Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Katherine Stagg Job title: Clinical Specialist in Neuro-Rehabilitation Email address: katherine.stagg@nhs.net Telephone number: 07929356662
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