Physiotherapy Assistant

Role: Physiotherapy Assistant - Paediatrics

Location: The Portland Hospital for Women and Children, Central London

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time at 37.5 hours per week, some bank holidays may also be included.

Salary Range: Competitive + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development).

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapy Assistant to join our dedicated Therapies Team at The Portland Hospital, currently rated "Good" by the CQC.

As the UK's only independent hospital entirely dedicated to women and children, The Portland Hospital offers specialist inpatient and outpatient services in Paediatrics, Obstetrics, and Women's Health, delivered by expert clinicians in a supportive and innovative environment.

You'll be joining our MDT team who provide therapy and rehabilitation to a wide range of patients.  This specialist unit is supported by our private Paediatric Intensive Care Unit, ensuring continuity of care for children with the most complex needs.

About the role

• To work under the direction of qualified Physiotherapists as part of a multidisciplinary team with patients who have disability resulting from neurological, medical or surgical conditions
• To assist Physiotherapists in the management and care of their patients to high professional standards and implement physiotherapy intervention under the guidance/supervision of a Physiotherapist.
• To provide programs of physiotherapy and rehabilitation activities to patients with acute, chronic or complex needs within the guidelines provided by the Physiotherapists
• To assist in the administrative tasks related to the running of the department (timetabling, ordering equipment, stock checks).

​At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.  

What you'll bring:

• Good Communication Skills
• Relevant clinical experience
• GSCE English and Maths
• Previous experience working with children (Essential)
• Previous experience of working in a hospital setting (Desirable)
• Water confident (role includes Hydrotherapy)
• Interest in physical Rehabilitation
• BSc Sports science (Desirable)
• Interest in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Desirable) 

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. 

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Physiotherapy Assistant you'll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Critical illness cover

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values  

HCA Healthcare UK is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives and promotes our values across all areas of our organisation. As a valued member of our team, you will be expected to uphold and demonstrate HCA Healthcare UK's core values through respectful behaviour and conduct. This includes a commitment to fostering Inclusion in all aspects of your role. We approach every patient and colleague with empathy, kindness, and understanding, ensuring a supportive and caring environments for all. We strive for excellence in everything we do, continuously improving our skills and services. Additionally, we encourage sustainable practices by considering the environmental impact of your actions whenever possible.

Reasonable adjustments 

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them. 

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