Physiotherapy Assistant

Main duties and responsibilities To be aware of the Health and Care Professions Councils (HCPC) and CSP guidance/codes ofconduct. To establish and maintain effective working relationships both within the trust and with external organisations in order to meet service requirements and support and demonstrate the Trustsequality values. To contribute to the assessment and implementation of programmes of treatment care/support for individuals, families and carers under the guidance of a registered practitioner. The care/support plans may include the following: Promoting independence/self-management and maintaining safety Increased functional ability Improvement in health and wellbeing including mental health Interventions in disease/condition management Prevention and reducing of health inequalities Admission avoidance Early supported discharge Contribute to case management/ treatment care plans To maintain and develop skills and knowledge to deliver a range of Interventions under the guidance of a registered practitioner and set an example of good practice to other teammembers including skill sharing.

To participate in regular supervision. To contribute to the process of induction for new team members and demonstrates duties to others as required. To identify own training/educational needs as part of the supervision and appraisal process in conjunction with registered practitioners. Attains and maintains an agreed level of competence through ongoing training and development.

To assist in general administrative duties as required including dealing with messages, photocopying, filing, receptions duties and appointment management. Systems and Equipment To take responsibility for the safe use and transportation of equipment between locations. To work in non-purpose-built rooms involving the necessity to move furniture, therapy equipment etc. This may be required daily or at least once a week To collect and input statistical information as required from clinical system (RIO) The post holder may be required to order stock and monitor stock levels for their own area.

To participate in and support the team in undertaking clinical audit. Decisions and Judgment To use problem solving and innovation to deliver a high standard of intervention withincompetences whilst managing the demands of unplanned aspects of the role where appropriate. To actively promote the implementation and upholding of policies, procedures, guidelines and directives, along with relevant statutory measures and governmental directives. Communication and relationships To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of the service user and their carers offering reassurance and empathy.

This may be in regard to the nature/prognosis of their condition and implications of the same. To consider each service users personal circumstances and preferences in order to implementand adjust programmes of care and intervention. To work with individuals and carers who may find it difficult to engage with the service or aspects of the service To attend relevant meetings when required and report back information to the team. Physical demands of the job Frequent use of VDU Most Challenging/difficult parts of the job Daily periods of concentration required for completing treatment programs and supporting in assessments or classes Working in the office environment frequent disruptions will occur, the ability to change from one activity to the next is required daily