Physiotherapy Assistant

3 weeks ago

Cambridge, United Kingdom Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant position.

As a Physiotherapy Assistant, you would be working in a role based in our Inpatients Service, which covers the specialities of Department of Medicine for the Elderly, Medicine, Orthopaedics, Surgery, Stroke and Neurosciences. Within any of these areas, you would be working with an experienced team treating a range of patients with diverse presentations. The role will require you to support the prevention of deconditioning of patients whilst they are in hospital and promote a re-ablement approach to patients' physical function whilst under the care of Physiotherapy.

The department and the team are friendly and dedicated towards the delivery of an excellent service for all our users as well as committed to service improvements. You will receive excellent training to develop new skills in order to be able to manage a delegated caseload of patients for functional progression and support the Physiotherapists with more complex patients.

Main duties of the job

To assist in physiotherapy and other Ward / department related duties as directed by, and under the supervision of a State Registered Physiotherapist.

Providing a high standard of assistance to Physiotherapy staff in Inpatient Services in Medical, Surgical, Stroke and Neurosurgery specialties (depending on clinical area).

This may include a rotational scheme that allows experience through the key areas of the role.

To assist Physiotherapists in joint treatments, following advice and indication of the Physiotherapist to obtain a safe and appropriate treatment environment.

To see patients referred by a Physiotherapist and carry own patient caseload.

To treat patients according to agreed treatment programmes, monitoring patient progression and making minor alterations to patient treatment programmes as required.

To frequently work unsupervised reporting back patient progress and informing Physiotherapists of any problems.

T o complete team based training in order to obtain a base level of theoretical knowledge and to complete base level competency utilising the Physiotherapy Assistant competency pack.

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 12000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Apprenticeship opportunity

Staff in these roles may apply for the 4-year Physiotherapy Apprenticeship which we run in collaboration with our partner University. The programme is advertised internally only and recruited on an annual basis. Commencing in a Band 3 role will provide you with an opportunity to apply for the scheme in 2024.

We welcome applications for our Band 3 roles which will be interviewed for by means of a practical interview. Candidates need to be available on this day to attend a face-to-face assessment .

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.

The advert will close at midnight on 29 May 2024.

Interviews are due to be held on 11 June 2024.

Benefits to you

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Experience in dealing with members of the public Working as a team member Working with indirect supervision Experience of personal care in a work or home setting

Desirable

Working with individuals with a disability / illness including assisting with personal care activities Working in health / caring setting Working with Physiotherapists and/or Occupational Therapists Working in project groups on service development Hands on experience of moving and handling patients

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of the role of confidentiality within healthcare Understanding of customer service Self-directed learning Knowledge of the role of a Physiotherapist Knowledge of how illness / disability can affect someone both mentally and physically

Desirable

Knowledge of physical disability Knowledge of how to use adaptive equipment to help those with physical disability Knowledge of the Trust priorities Knowledge of clinical governance and risk management Evidence of participation in personal / professional development activities

Skills

Essential

Literacy and numeracy skills Good organisational skills Excellent inter-personal skills Ability to use a range of communication methods Ability to work independently but also collaboratively within a team Ability to follow instructions / directions regarding tasks assigned Good observation skills Able to feedback effectively both verbally and in writing Skills in managing work pressures Effective time management Seek guidance appropriately Basic IT skills including the use of Microsoft office and email Able to demonstrate empathy, motivate and persuade patients with impaired cognitive abilities or physical senses Ability to work in a clinical setting with severely ill or infectious patients

Desirable

Dealing with inappropriate behaviour Able to adjust style of communication for those with communication difficulties, hearing loss Managing resources, equipment stock levels Service promotion Skilled in moving and handling patients

Additional Requirements

Essential

The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.

Desirable

Willing to take on responsibility and coordination role

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