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This position is accountable to the Head of Therapies. The purpose of the position is to assist Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists provide therapy assessment, rehabilitation and management of patients. Also to assist in the administration and clerical duties of the department, according to the specific rotational area of work.
Job Summary
This position is accountable to the Head of Therapies. The purpose of the position is to assist Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists provide therapy assessment, rehabilitation and management of patients. Also to assist in the administration and clerical duties of the department, according to the specific rotational area of work.
PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this post
Main Duties of the Job
* Experience of dealing with the public is essential, preferably in a care environment.
* Good communication skills, common sense and a friendly disposition are important.
* You must be able to assist in the moving and handling of patients.
About Us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement.
* Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development.
* Widening access (anchor institution) and employability.
* Improving the experience of staff with disability.
* Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development.
* Making equalities mainstream.
Date posted: 18 March 2025
Pay Scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum plus HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference Number
197-UT6473A
Job Locations
University Hospital Lewisham, Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6LH
Job Responsibilities
* To assist the therapists in moving and handling patients before, during and after treatments, using appropriate manual handling equipment, eg. hoists, standing frames.
* To assist the therapist with individual and group assessments/treatments/activities, including hydrotherapy, or to treat patients on a 1:1 basis or in a group situation, as directed by the therapists.
* To report back to the delegating therapist relevant information regarding patient management.
* To escort patients to and from wards/departments.
* To escort and assist patients with toilet and dressing requirements as necessary.
* To assist with the patients on home visits as directed by the therapists, giving support and advice as appropriate.
* To deliver and install simple aids and equipment in the patient's home as agreed by therapy staff and to instruct patients and carers in the use of this equipment, as appropriate.
* To supply patients with appropriate, safe, walking aids and to instruct patients in the use of this equipment.
* To maintain accurate computer and written records that meet professional and Trust standard.
* To write any therapy assessments/reports in consultation with Occupational Therapists/Physiotherapists, and according to local standards.
* To undertake general administrative tasks within the department particularly related to record keeping, filing, supplies, errands and message taking.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
* Evidence of broad based Education, literacy & numeracy.
* Good written & spoken English.
Experience
* Experience of working/dealing with adults with health needs.
* Experience of working within a health or social care environment.
Knowledge & Skills
* Ability to work across hospital and community settings.
* Good organisational and time management skills.
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.
Employer Details
Employer name: Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address: University Hospital Lewisham, Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6LH
Employer's website: Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Seniority Level
Entry Level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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