Job Summary
Exciting Opportunity: Band 3 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: Assist 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.
This role will involve working either a Saturday or a Sunday each week to cover our weekend Orthopaedic rota.
Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
* Essential:
o Computer skills
o Manual handling skills
Qualifications
* Essential:
o NVQ Level III in Care "Diagnostic and Therapeutic Support" award or equivalent qualification
o GCSE or GCE 'O' Level
Experience
* Essential:
o 2 years experience of working with patients
o Experience of working with patients in a therapy department
Contractual Requirements
* Essential:
o Participation in Saturday/Bank Holiday work on a rota basis
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: Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Kings Mill Hospital, Mansfield Road, Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 4JL
Employer's website: https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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