Rehabilitation Assistant

6 days ago

Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Please see the full job description for more detail Job summary: To assist the rehab teams (physiotherapy/occupational therapy) in providing rehabilitation by carrying out supportive clinical and non-clinical duties in a range of locations as required. To work independently on a one-to-one basis with patients to encourage independence under the guidance of qualified therapists. To organise and regulate the day to day use of pool and hire vehicles allocated to Integrated Therapies To organise and regulate the up-keep of equipment, stocks and working environment as required. To communicate effectively with qualified therapists and other team members, giving feedback on treatment and progress.

To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trusts Integrated Therapy services. Job responsibilities: Clinical The post holder will be required to work alongside qualified therapists in order to assist with treatment of patients. The post holder may also be required to work independently under the guidance of a qualified therapist. To assist the therapist inpatient rehabilitation on a daily basis, utilising a range of skills, such as practising exercises, transfers, personal and domestic activities of daily living, assisting with mobility, therapeutic handling etc.

To assist in maintaining patient safety at all times. To use initiative and common sense, being aware of changes in patients well-being and responses to treatment. To report back patient progress to the treating therapist. To implement therapy treatment plans, progressing patient independence under the guidance of a qualified therapist.

To treat patients on an individual basis or within a group setting as requested. To motivate patients to regain and/or maintain their independence. To communicate effectively with patients, relatives and carers regarding patient treatment, considering patient confidentiality. This may include communicating with patients with barriers to understanding such as deafness, dementia, acute confusion, mental health conditions etc.

To assist in the treatment and reassurance of patients with a range of distressing physical and psychological conditions. To feedback to other staff (e.g. nurses, other therapists) regarding patient care and treatment, as instructed by a qualified therapist. To be responsible for documenting your intervention in the appropriate patient records following treatment.

To input statistical data regarding patient contacts. To ensure all equipment is clean, safe and available for use in the department. To assist qualified therapists in the provision of equipment for patients and advising on its safe use. To take measures to prevent spread of infection, such as wiping down/disinfecting equipment and surfaces.

To participate in 7 day working, extended weekday working hours and weekend rotas as required by the service To work flexible hours when requested, in response to the needs of the service. To work throughout the clinical specialities both in inpatients and outpatients and also within a community setting, as the needs of the service dictate.

  • Rehabilitation Assistant

    6 days ago

    Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Please see job description for full details. Key Tasks & Responsibilities: To work under the direction of qualified staff in the performance of specifically documented tasks and treatment plans for patients following a stroke. To provide personal care to patients in their own home, with a philosophy of reablement. With support and guidance, carry out planned...

  • Rehabilitation Assistant

    4 days ago

    Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    (Band 2 progressing to Band 3 on completion of a L3 qualification and/or required competencies) Permanent 37.5hours per week or part time considered Are you interested in working in an acute healthcare environment? Are you able to motivate, encourage and support others? Are you keen to be part of a team providing rehabilitation to patients? If you...

  • Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner

    1 week ago

    Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    **REHABILITATION ASSISTANT PRACTITIONER INTEGRATED THERAPIES ORTHOPAEDIC TEAM** **Band 4** **37.5hours per week** Could you bring your ambitiousness and skills to join the Integrated Therapies Service at West Suffolk Foundation Trust in Bury St Edmunds, as a Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner working with inpatients? If so, wed love to hear from...

  • Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner

    2 weeks ago

    Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    REHABILITATION ASSISTANT PRACTITIONER PATHWAY 1 WRAP AROUND TEAM 37.5 hrs per week Band 4 An exciting opportunity has arisen for Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioners to join the West Suffolk community healthcare teams, concentrating on follow up home visits for those being discharged home from hospital under Pathway 1. We are looking for passionate and...

  • Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner

    2 weeks ago

    Bury St. Edmunds IP QZ, United Kingdom NHS Full time £25,000 - £35,000 per year

    Could you bring your enthusiasm and skills to join the Integrated Therapies Service at West Suffolk Foundation Trust in Bury St Edmunds, as rehabilitation assistant practitioner working with inpatients? If so, we'd love to hear from you.The successful candidate will be part of the Respiratory/ Surgical therapy team, working independently under the...

  • Occupational Therapy Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full time

    **Introduction**: Are you an Occupational Therapy Assistant looking to work for a company that supports, values, and recognises your dedication to delivering great healthcare? If so, this role might be for you. Working 37.5 hours a week within the Occupational Therapy department, you will contribute to the assessments, monitoring, evaluation, and...

  • Rehabilitation Support Worker

    11 hours ago

    Bury, United Kingdom Support for Independence Full time

    **Location**: Bury, Greater Manchester **Salary**: £12.00 per hour for day hours, £13.75 for Waking Night hours **Contract**: Permanent, 30 hours per week plus 3 waking night shifts every 4 weeks including weekends on a rota basis **About Us** We are a passionate rehabilitation company providing support to children and adults across England,...

  • Rehabilitation Support Worker

    4 days ago

    Bury, United Kingdom Support for Independence Full time

    **Location**: Bury, Greater Manchester **Salary**: £13.75 per hour plus min wage for sleep shifts and £14.75 per hour for waking nights (Pending pay review after successful probation) **Contract**: Part time, 24 hours per week plus sleeps and occasional waking nights (when needed) We are seeking a Rehabilitation Support Worker to provide an exceptional...

  • Rehabilitation Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Bury, United Kingdom Support for Independence Full time

    **Location**: Bury, Greater Manchester **Salary**: £13.75 per hour plus min wage for sleep shifts and £14.75 per hour for waking nights (Pending pay review after successful probation) **Contract**: Full time, 35 hours per week plus sleeps and occasional waking nights (when needed) We are seeking a Rehabilitation Support Worker to provide an exceptional...

  • Nursing Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To assist in direct, and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered practitioner. To support the clinical team in ward/department related duties as directed by the registered practitioner. To take all possible steps to safeguard the welfare of patients, visitors and staff according to Trust/Departmental risk management policies/procedures....