Assistant Practitioner

2 weeks ago

Torquay, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time

We are recruiting a full time Assistant Practitioner to join the Community Physio team primarily in Torquay working 37.5 hours per week. Although based in Torquay, you may at times assist with the Occupational therapy, Intermediate Care/Duty teams in the zone or bay wide when needed.

Delivering health care that focuses on the direct need of service users, within the home environment or appropriate care setting throughout Torbay.

As an Assistant Practitioner you willcarry out specific clinical tasks and responsibilities as delegated by registered practitioner andbe part of an MDT, working with and supporting all members of that team both within and external to the directorate. Elsewhere,Supervision and teaching of junior staff will be part of the role.These additional responsibilities may change on an annual basis and work towards increasing the clinical competencies of the individual.
- To work independently and autonomously, providing assessment, support, care, treatment and advice to individuals, within guidelines and protocols identified for the role.
- To work within a multi-professional team undertaking practitioner role.
- To implement treatment and care to patients under the guidance and supervision of a registered professional. e.g. Physiotherapy rehabilitation, Falls assessments, Equipment provision, possible caring duty if/when needed.
- Wherever possible to contribute to avoidance of hospital admission and reduce inpatient length of stay to ensure that patients receive the appropriate care in the most appropriate setting.
- To keep the patient at the centre of his or her care, ensuring patient and carer participation in decision making.
- To take responsibility for the daily care and support of delegated patients.
- Deliver treatment/care within a community setting as specified in a written care plan, under the guidance of a registered practitioner.
- To practice the principles and philosophy of individualised person centred patient care in accordance with Trust Policy, procedures and regulatory body’s guidelines

Torquay Physiotherapy Team are a supportive team who enjoys mentoring team members and students and is passionate about delivering quality care to the housebound patients. We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality. We are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues. The team is flexible and promotes a health work/home life balance.

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

  • Assistant Practitioner/nursing Associate

    5 days ago

    Torquay, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunities are available to join the Endoscopy team at Torbay Hospital. We are looking to recruit a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner/Nursing Assistant. You will be based in the Endoscopy Unit but with the opportunity to work in different areas of the service, gaining experience and knowledge within the inpatient and outpatient environments...

  • Assistant Practitioner

    3 days ago

    Torquay, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are actively recruiting for an Assistant Practitioner to joinexisting dynamic expert nursing team in the new purpose built acute medical unit.This challenging fast pace unit sees a combination of directly referred medically expected patients and those referred from our emergency department. The aim is to provide the same day emergency care inclusive of...

  • Apprentice Podiatry Assistant Practitioner

    7 days ago

    Torquay, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Podiatry is the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of the human foot. In Torbay and South Devon the following podiatry services are available: - Foot health education for patients and carers - Courses of treatment for painful foot problems - Episodes of care and review of people with at-risk feet - Treatment of developmental foot abnormalities - Toe nail...

  • Discharge Hub Assistant Practitioner

    Found in: Talent UK C2 - 2 weeks ago

    Torquay, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Discharge Hub Nurse The Discharge Hub is looking for an experienced Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to work within a triaging multi-disciplinary team. The Discharge Hub is an exciting joint venture for Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust and Devon County Council. The Hub receives referrals from the Acute and Community Hospitals in...

  • Assistant Practitioner/nursing Associate

    5 days ago

    Torquay, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Preparation for the delivery of endoscopic procedures, Positioning individuals for endoscopic procedures Assisting colleagues during endoscopic procedures Admit, discharge and care planning of patients undergoing colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy Recovery of patients following endoscopic procedures Utilise excellent communication skills with other...

  • Gp Assistant

    2 days ago

    Torquay, United Kingdom Chilcote Surgery Full time

    GP Assistant Job Description Line manager: Business Manager Accountable to: The Partners Hours per week 37 Job summary The post holder will report to the Business Manager and the General Practitioners (GP(s)) and support the GP(s) to ensure the efficient provision of medical services and clinics by performing several more routine administrative and...

  • Field Care Supervisor

    Found in: Talent UK C2 - 23 hours ago

    Torquay, United Kingdom Helping Hands Home Care Full time

    Location: TorquayThe Role:We are looking to recruit a Senior Care Assistant who is ready for the next step in their Career. As a Field Care Supervisor with Helping Hands you will support in training the next generation of Care Assistants in providing the best possible support to our Customers.You will be involved from the moment a carer comes in for their...

  • Part-time Flexible work Veterinary Surgeon

    2 weeks ago

    Torquay, Devon, United Kingdom Vetisco Full time

    How does working in a practice where the whole team are passionate about preventative health care sound to you? What if you could be part of this team with the support of a multi-certificate holder and published veterinary surgeon behind you? From a fulfilling career with supportive colleagues, through to an idyllic hometown in which you can secure the best...

  • Part-time Flexible work Veterinary Surgeon

    4 days ago

    Torquay, Devon, United Kingdom British Veterinary Association Full time

    How does working in a practice where the whole team are passionate about preventative health care sound to you? What if you could be part of this team with the support of a multi-certificate holder and published veterinary surgeon behind you? From a fulfilling career with supportive colleagues, through to an idyllic hometown in which you can secure the best...