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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to fill a developmental role as the service lead at South Tyneside Wheelchair Service. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge while working alongside the current post holder in a succession planning capacity.
The successful candidate will undergo a 12 to 18 month period of support, during which time they will participate in a competency programme that will equip them with the clinical skills, knowledge, and competencies required to work autonomously as a Band 7 Lead Specialist Wheelchair Therapist.
South Tyneside Wheelchair Service is a small and friendly specialist team based at South Tyneside District General Hospital, providing assessment and provision of wheelchairs for individuals with permanent or long-term mobility problems. Assessments take place at home, in schools, or in a clinic setting, and may also involve collaboration with the Regional Rehabilitation Engineering Service for the provision of powered wheelchairs.
Key duties of the role include:
- Leading a team of a Band 5 Therapist, Rehabilitation Engineer, and Seating Specialist
- Carrying out/leading/supervising complex postural assessments of fixed and correctable deformities for adults and children
- Providing leadership in maintaining and updating the wheelchair team's knowledge/information on wheelchairs, postural management, and pressure care equipment available
- Working productively and proactively with other agencies/contractors, seating specialists, the local repair service, and software providers
This role offers a salary range of £40,000-£60,000 per annum, depending on experience, and benefits include access to training and development opportunities, including targeted leadership training and formal clinical training throughout the development period.
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