Bank Therapy Assistant Practitioner - Paediatrics
Band 4
Job overview
We are looking for a bank Band 4 Bank Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join the amazing Paediatric Therapy Team. Whilst primarily based at Peterborough City Hospital, this role may involve working at Hinchingbrooke hospital, so an ability to travel between sites is essential.
Are you enthusiastic and motivated with a passion for caring? Experience of working as a therapy assistant or in a hospital/community rehabilitation environment with children is essential. A willingness to learn and develop is essential along with good communication skills and an ability to work in a proactive team.
The role involves:
* Supporting patients with exercise programs and mobility
* Assisting therapists with discharge planning for children and their families
* Supporting inpatient rehabilitation on children’s ward
* Assessment, practice and provision of equipment.
If you would like further information regarding this post, please contact Alex Etherton, Team Leader on [emailprotected]
Interviews for this role will be conducted in person to assess relevant skills effectively.
Main duties of the job
To carry own caseload of non-complex patients assessing, according competencies, and devising and implementing treatment programmes within a framework of protocols and/or competency.
To carry out 1:1 patient treatment and in a group setting.
To work collaboratively within Multidisciplinary and Multi-agency teams with the aim of supporting timely discharge for inpatient and outpatient services.
To enable patients, their families and carers in the attainment of their rehabilitation goals by providing treatment programmes developed and monitored by Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists in supervision.
To deliver safe, efficient and effective patient focused care in line with local standards.
To be actively involved in the in-service training programme, including the mentoring and training of Band 2 and 3 therapy assistants and supporting students as required.
To participate in the provision of 7-day services as required.
To adhere to the Trusts values and behaviours.
Working for our organisation
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
* Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
* Flexible working opportunities
* Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays
* Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment
* Access to our in-house physiotherapy service
* On-site canteens offering subsidised meals
* Subsidised staff parking (currently free)
* Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached the person specification and job description for more details regarding this role.
Person specification
Qualifications
* NVQ III in Diagnostics & Therapeutics or relevant qualification for example BTEC, BSc Sports Science/Therapy
* To have evidence of attending relevant musculoskeletal short courses or training
* English and Maths GCSE grade 4 or functional skills level 2
Experience
* Experience working in a Therapy support worker role or exercise delivery role
* Experience of working with children
* Experience of working with IT systems
* Experience working with patients or service users within an NHS or exercise delivery setting
Knowledge
* To demonstrate an understanding of the paediatric physiotherapy role in Health & Social care setting
* To have an understanding of managing paediatric acute injuries and long term conditions
Key Skills/Abilities
* Ability to communicate effectively using verbal and nonverbal including effective listening skills
* Confident and competent in moving/handling tasks including safe practice in the use of equipment
* Ability to work autonomously carrying own clinical caseload, seeking support from senior when required
* Able to undertake specialist treatment programmes/techniques without direct supervision
Personal Qualities
* Multi-disciplinary team and independent working, recognising changes in patients’ condition and being able to report appropriately to Therapists/MDT
* A calm, caring and empathetic attitude towards patients, visitors, relatives and colleagues which is aligned with the NHS values
Immigration Status
Applications from job seekers who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications subject to the role being on the list of eligible occupations and the salary meets the going rate for the role. Candidates should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) prior to applying.
It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Overseas applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
Not everyone needs a ‘Skilled Worker’ visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, check if you’re eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead. It’s cheaper to apply for and you do not need to pay the annual immigration health surcharge.
We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date should we receive sufficient applications and so urge you to submit your application as soon as possible.
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.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close earlier if it received a high number of applications and therefore we recommend that you complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
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