Therapy Assistant Practitioner Role

3 weeks ago


Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, United Kingdom Hywel Dda University Health Board Full time

Job Details


This role is an exciting opportunity to work within our Pulmonary Rehabilitation team at Hywel Dda University Health Board.


The successful candidate will be part of a friendly, proactive rehabilitative therapy team, working collaboratively with our community-based multidisciplinary team.


As a Therapy Assistant Practitioner, you will be expected to provide high-quality, evidence-based person-centered care to people across Hywel Dda, with potential opportunities to work within the Multi-Model Rehabilitation service.


Main Responsibilities


Key duties include facilitating groups and community caseloads, delivering exercise and relaxation components under the supervision of occupational therapists and physiotherapists.


You will also assist with clinical duties, such as exercise delivery and relaxation, as well as administrative tasks, in the provision of an efficient, caring, patient-focused service.


The role may involve traveling to and working across other hospital and community sites in support of service delivery across Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire, and Pembrokeshire.


About Us


Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and its bordering counties.


We provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health, and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales.


We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private, and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:


Four main hospitals, seven community hospitals, numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services, and highly specialized and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee.


Person Specification


You will need evidence of a Level 3 qualification relevant to the workplace, skills in Microsoft Office applications, and numeracy and literacy to at least Level 2.


Experience of working within a therapy service, managing own time, prioritizing activities, and contributing to improving services is essential.


Desirable qualifications include Trusted Assessor training in equipment and adaptations, knowledge of clinical governance, and experience of working in group settings.


Language Skills


We welcome applications from Welsh speakers, and the ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post.


We offer a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet the Welsh language requirements during your employment with us.


Other


We are committed to supporting our staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism, enhancing patient and service user experiences.


Flexible working hours, a reliable work record, and responsiveness to change are essential for this role.



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