Main area: Surrey Downs Health & Care
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 3
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (08:00 - 16:00 Monday to Friday)
Job ref: 343-SDH&C-6862527
Employer: Surrey Downs Health and Care
Employer type: Public (Non NHS)
Site: Epsom General Hospital
Town: Epsom
Salary: £25,329 - £26,958 Per Annum Pro Rata inc Fringe HCAS
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 01/01/2025 23:59
Surrey Downs Health and Care
Rehabilitation Assistant - Surrey Downs H&C
NHS AfC: Band 3
Job Overview
Surrey Downs Health & Care
We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual with experience working alongside therapists or supporting individuals with stroke and neurological conditions. Strong communication skills and the ability to assist patients with activities of daily living are essential.
You will receive professional support for your Continued Professional Development from a qualified therapist with expertise in neurological care.
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, we encourage you to apply.
Main Duties of the Job
1. Support neuro-rehabilitation by implementing therapy programmes devised by the lead therapist.
2. Manage your own patient caseload, assessing and treating patients, and monitoring their progress.
3. Assist in patient assessments, gathering relevant information, and adapting treatment plans under therapist guidance.
4. Work closely with the multidisciplinary team, contributing to patient care planning and discharge processes.
Working for Our Organisation
Surrey Downs Health and Care deliver care closer to people’s own communities through our Primary Care Networks, Community Hospitals, Specialist Services and our innovative partnership of local NHS organisations.
Surrey Downs Health and Care has a track record of providing person-centered care that goes beyond organisational boundaries to do what is best for the individual.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for more detailed information about the role and its requirements. When completing your application, be sure to address both documents to ensure your qualifications align with the role.
Person Specification
* Full UK Driving License
Qualifications
* Relevant knowledge and experience in a related field
* GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths
Experience and Knowledge
* Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, clinical staff, managers, patients, and carers from diverse ages and social backgrounds.
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Ability to prioritise and organise own workload
* Must be able to fulfill safeguarding responsibilities, ensuring the protection and welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
* Proactive and interactive
* Flexible approach to work
Skills
* Demonstrates professionalism in both appearance and behaviour.
* Computer literate, with the ability to use hospital systems and databases for audits following appropriate training.
* Possesses foundational theoretical knowledge of various conditions to safely and effectively carry out designated patient activities.
* Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, empathy, and a supportive approach.
Employer Certification / Accreditation Badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name: Elaine McKenzie
Job title: Occupational Therapist Lead - Neuro Team
Email address: [emailprotected]
Telephone number: 07918477243
Additional information: For all queries related to this job, please contact me via email at [emailprotected].
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