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Job Summary
Physiotherapy Department at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the inpatient teams. The post holder will work alongside Physiotherapists and the multidisciplinary team within the inpatient service. This post is designed to support the delivery of seven day services to the health care of the elderly, medical, orthopaedic, cardiothoracic wards and hydrotherapy, providing physiotherapeutic intervention to patients across the acute hospital setting. Physiotherapy assistants are integral to the successful provision of care by aiding Physiotherapists to mobilise, rehabilitate and encourage patients with their individual treatment programmes across in and outpatient services. Once competent, the successful candidates will carry their own caseload of patients in addition to working alongside the multidisciplinary wards teams to support the hospital discharge process. Duties will also include the care of walking aids in addition to general duties within the outpatient department and administration tasks.
Main duties of the job
Working under the supervision of Physiotherapy staff, to undertake a variety of tasks (clinical and non-clinical), to support the delivery of physiotherapy to patients. To work under the direct and indirect supervision and direction of physiotherapy staff in the performance of specific tasks for an individual or group of patients, as part of their treatment and rehabilitation programmes. Supervision takes the form of a physiotherapist supervising the post holder (usually daily but at least weekly) by direct observation of practice, regular formal and informal training. Access to advice and support from senior physiotherapists is always available, regular checks will be made to ensure workload is managed, clinical work and case notes are routinely evaluated.
The Physiotherapy Department can offer you a friendly and social atmosphere with a forward-thinking and progressive attitude to the changing face of the NHS. If you join our department you will benefit from a well-established appraisal scheme, in-service training, encouragement with CPD and excellent senior and peer support. Clinical specialists enhance the clinical lead within the department, encouraging evidence-based practice and research/audit.
About Us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
Job Description
Responsibilities
See the attached job description for the role, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.
Person Specification
Knowledge And Experience
Essential
* Previous demonstrable experience working in a health care setting.
* Computer literate.
* Previous demonstrable experience working in a team.
Desirable
* Previous demonstrable experience working as a Physiotherapy assistant.
* Demonstrable Clinical Manual handling experience.
* Experience with Falls management.
Qualifications
Essential
* GCSEs Grade A-C/4-9 in Maths and English or Functional Skills level 2 in Maths and English/equivalent qualification.
* NVQ Level 2 qualification in relevant subject or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Desirable
* NVQ level 3 in relevant subject.
* Care certificate.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
* Recognise own limitations.
* Ability to work as a team member.
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
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address
Derriford Hospital
Derriford Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Employer's website
https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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