Clinical To carry out initial assessments (within scope of practice) and therapy regimes following assessment by the physiotherapist and hand therapist and to be responsible for the monitoring of these care programmes. To adapt and progress the rehabilitation of patients within set guidelines including adapting treatments and approaches to take account of changes in the patients physical and mental state. To work with patients individually or in a group in a variety of settings without direct supervision or presence of a qualified therapist. Group settings including gym classes and hydrotherapy To assess and supply aids and appliances (e.g. walking aids, splints, lumbar supports) ensuring appropriate sizing and education of client in the correct use of appliance) To administer hot and cold, ultra-sound, manual therapies as deemed competent. To participate in the discharge planning process To be aware of problems that could affect the patients progress and report back any changes to the physiotherapist. Management 1. To organise clinical activity with appropriate time scheduling in order to complete all clinical and administrative duties, including statistical record keeping and use of the Trusts IT system ie PAS 2. To ensure equipment and treatment areas are prepared for use by therapists and ensure no damaged or problem equipment is used. 3. To be responsible for the ordering and monitoring of equipment and supplies for the department in conjunction with the Team Leader. 4. To be responsible for general and specific administrative duties as required and delegated i.e. data collection, photocopying, booking transport 5. To participate in the appraisal system as an appraisee. 6. To maintain the high standards of the service by contributing towards individual, team and service objectives. 7. To work to the standards of individual speciality areas and to ensure that the background knowledge within each area is acquired through independent learning and collaboration during the working day with qualified staff. 8. To contribute to the supervision of undergraduate and work experience students where appropriate 9. To participate and contribute to all activities associated with the physiotherapy departments response to current trends/developments and changes within the Health service. Communication 1. To develop rapport with patients, encourage their interest and participation, in a manner, which promotes dignity, self-esteem and choice. This requires empathy, sensitivity and good interpersonal skills 2. To use effective communication tools, verbal and non-verbal to communicate treatment programmes to patients who may have barriers to understanding or communicating e.g. who do not have English as a first language 3. To report back directly to the physiotherapy staff, particularly any changes in functional abilities, relevant information gained or patients comments linked to treatment 4. To liaise with other staff disciplines to ensure continuity of care 5. To work with multi professional teams and to appropriately communicate with these teams e.g. MDT meetings, case conferences, goal setting meetings, discharge planning and report writing 6. To maintain accurate and legible records of all interventions and management, using POMR format, in accordance with standards set by the physiotherapy service, Trust policies and professional guidelines for documentation 7. To participate in relevant meetings i.e. staff meetings and team meetings as appropriate. Education 1. To be responsible for educational and experiential learning, keeping up to date with relevant evidence based practice whilst maintaining a continuing professional development portfolio 2. To ensure competence of self in the accurate uses of the Trust IT system 3. To participate in training programmes and continuing professional development activities, including competency based training programmes as set by your clinical supervisor/mentor 4. To participate in regular meetings with your clinical supervisor/mentor 5. To provide appropriate advice, demonstrate own activities or workplace routines to new or less experienced employees or students 6. To actively participate in the organisation and delivery of in-service training. Other 1. Assist with Administration and Clerical duties as required such as reception cover, data inputting and booking and rebooking patients