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Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner
1 month ago
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner to work within the medicine wards in Lakeside Wing, University Hospital of Wales. This unit provides proactive, co-ordinated assessment, rehabilitation,and complex discharge planning.
This role will be working with service users, through a range of interventions, to enable and empower individuals to achieve their recovery and rehabilitation goals.
The post holder will be working with inpatients, integrating physical health and well-being interventions that aligns with the Rehabilitation Model to support sustained postholder will lead on the co-ordination of the physiotherapy interventions delievered by the unregistered staff, as well as the exercise groups delivered in this area.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an individual who has a passion for delivering excellence in exercise prescription, can demonstrate positive communication and practical skills in order to enable person centered care and to motivate and engage service users to reach their goals. A problem solving approach is key as well as flexibility, inclusivity and adaptability to the changing demands of the clinical area. The individual must have had previous experience working within a therapy role and /or social or healthcare settings, and have relevant experience of therapeutic interventions.
The role will include carrying out independent assessments and interventions around exercise prescription, as well as carrying out delegated tasks from the physiotherapist, implementing and supporting group work, implementing individually tailored treatment plans and working on person centered goals as part of their recovery and treatment plan. This could include gym-based exercise 1:1, in pairs, or group work, tai chi, falls prevention, activities of daily living including hobbies and interests, mobility interventions, and exercise programmes.
The physiotherapy team operates a full induction programme, on the job training, regular supervision, appraisal and development opportunities.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Numerate and literate to GCSE level grades (A to C) or level 11 equivalent qualification or recognised qualification Recognised qualification NVQ/QCF level 4 or level 3+, Agored Cymru or equivalent. Additional training to diploma level or equivalent, or equivalent through short courses and experiences and equivalent competencies achieved and evidenced through accredited courses
Desirable
Evidence of further education relevant Health and Social Care qualification. Exercise REhabilitation qualification sport science, or other relevant qualification
Experience
Essential
Health and /or Social Care experience Dealing with people both individually or in groups Working with service users with complex needs and behaviours that challenge Worked within rehab setting
Desirable
Experience in class taking Teaching skills/experience Previous experience working as a therapy support worker
Skills
Essential
Ability to communicate with a wide range of people Ability to motivate others Good interpersonal skills Ability to work alone Basic digital technology Awareness of limitations
Desirable
Teaching skills/experience
Special Knowledge
Essential
A proven knowledge base in rehabilitation and the role of therapies Knowledge of mental health challenges and impact Knowledge of wellbeing and benefits of exercise
Desirable
Understanding of the impact of chronic illness
Personal Qualities
Essential
Flexible in approach to role Adaptable to change Reliable and punctual Demonstrates resilience Proactively manage own wellbeing
Desirable
Demonstrates initiative
Other
Essential
Able to travel in a timely manner to undertake duties of the post at various locations Demosntrates the values and behaviours of the UHB-
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