Physiotherapy Technical Instructor - Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced support worker to join our Physiotherapy team. Working alongside Physiotherapists and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, you will deliver our award-winning, nationally accredited Cardiac Rehabilitation programme to patients within both the hospital and community settings.
The successful applicant will need to demonstrate an interest in rehabilitation. Excellent communication skills are key, and it is important that you are a team player with a positive outlook, enthusiasm, and the ability to learn and develop new skills. Previous experience in rehabilitation within a health care setting is desirable.
The Department of Physiotherapy provides full induction, a comprehensive in-service training programme, regular appraisal, and opportunities for development in line with our values-based appraisal scheme.
Main Duties of the Job
1. Principally to provide a service, under the direction of a registered practitioner, to individuals and groups within a defined area.
2. To work with direction to assist the registered practitioner in clinical and administrative duties following specific competency-based training.
3. To promote physical and functional rehabilitation.
4. To work under supervision and assist the Therapist in clinical and administrative duties.
5. To be delegated routine interventions to be carried out independently and to progress these interventions within guidelines laid down by the registered practitioner, being responsible and accountable for these tasks.
6. The post holder will work within an agreed job plan and objectives which will be reviewed yearly as part of the UHB appraisal process.
About Us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focused on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Numerate and literate to GCSE level grades (A to C) or level 11 equivalent qualification or recognised qualification.
* Recognised qualification NVQ/QCF level 4, equivalent level of knowledge or NVQ/QCF Level 3 PLUS. Additional training to Diploma level or equivalent, or equivalent through short courses and experiences and equivalent competencies achieved and evidenced through accredited courses.
* Evidence of further education e.g. relevant Health and Social Care qualification, Exercise Rehabilitation qualification, sport science, or other relevant qualification.
Experience
* Health and/or Social Care experience.
* Dealing with people both individually or in groups.
* Worked within a rehabilitation setting.
* Previous experience working as a therapy support worker.
Skills
* Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.
* Ability to motivate others.
* Good interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work alone.
* Basic digital technology skills.
* Teaching skills/experience.
Special Knowledge
* A proven knowledge base in rehabilitation and the role of Therapies.
* Understanding of the impact of chronic illness.
Personal Qualities
* Flexible in approach to role.
* Adaptable to change.
* Demonstrates initiative.
Other
* Able to travel, in a timely manner, to undertake duties of the post at various locations.
* Demonstrates the behaviours and values of the UHB.
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.
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