Physiotherapy Assistant

Do you want to be part of a dynamic thriving organisation. We are looking for a motivated and flexible physiotherapy assistant to join us in the Hounslow & Richmond MSK Physiotherapy Service.

This assistant post provides excellent opportunities for a new or experienced therapy assistant to develop their clinical and professional skills within the MSK setting.

The role includes working with patients to provide rehabiliation in 1:1 appointments and classes. As well as supporting the physiotherapy and administrative teams.

You will work with a large friendly MSK team.

You will work closely with the Hounslow & Richmond MSK team as a clinical support worker within the standards of practice of The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). The MSK service provides treatment, rehabilitation and self-management programmes to patients referred to the MSK service by GPs, Consultants and A&E.

The role involves undertaking specific skilled support work, under the supervision of qualified therapists to assist in the rehabilitation of patients. This also involves running various classes alongside therapists. The role also involves provision of administrative support to facilitate the efficient and effective running of the team.

**We are also able to offer**:
Opportunities to develop or enhance your clinical skills
- Strong multi-professional team working
- Clinical support & training from an experienced, supportive and friendly team
- A strong commitment to CPD and clinical effectiveness
- A comprehensive supervision and appraisal structure

Community healthcare is unlike any other part of the NHS. It’s personalised care that helps people to retain their independence. It’s the NHS at its best and the difference you make is truly tangible. Our colleagues often describe us as a family, and we know how important that sense of belonging and support is when you start a new job. It’s simple - happy, engaged staff provide better services.

In 2018, we were named ‘Best Place to Work for Employee Satisfaction’ by the Nursing Times. The same year, we won the Workforce category at the HSJ Awards. In the latest NHS Staff Survey results 2020, we had the best response rate amongst community trusts nationally.

We are the top community trust in the country on the theme Quality of care for the third year. We had the highest percentage of staff who felt they are able to deliver the care they aspire to and are satisfied with the quality of care they give to patients or service users.

Infection Control

As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID19.

For further details regarding roles and responsibilities please see attached Job Description and Personal specification