Physiotherapy Assistant

2 weeks ago

Torquay, United Kingdom Barchester Healthcare Full time

Job summary

The Physiotherapy Assistant role at Barchester Healthcare involves providing individualized quality physiotherapy under the guidance of a Physiotherapist. The role requires excellent communication and relationship-building skills, as well as a good knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Previous experience in a neuro-rehabilitation environment would be advantageous.

Main duties of the job

As a Physiotherapy Assistant, you will work under the guidance of the Physiotherapist to help our residents reach their best possible physical condition. You will provide basic administrative tasks to maintain accurate records and an efficient service. You should be an empathetic and passionate individual with excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and a good knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Previous experience in a neuro-rehab environment or similar would be advantageous.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services in the UK, with a focus on delivering high-quality, person-centered care. The company operates a network of care homes and provides a range of services, including residential, nursing, and dementia care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

THE ROLE As a Physiotherapy Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will work under the guidance of the Physiotherapist to make sure our residents get the most of out of life by helping them to reach their best possible physical condition. We'll look to you to provide individualised quality physiotherapy in line with current and evidence-based professional practice, as well our company policies.

You will be required to provide basic administrative tasks to maintain accurate records and an efficient service. You are an empathetic and passionate individual with excellent communication and relationship-building skills who can demonstrate a good knowledge of anatomy and physiology. An interest in the subject field both within and outside the work environment is preferred. Previous experience in a neuro-rehab environment or similar would be advantageous.

ABOUT YOU To join us as a Physiotherapy Assistant you'll need to have empathy, dedication and a can-do attitude. You will need NVQ 2 (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care, or be willing to work towards this qualification. With exposure to so many different areas of care, you will have the opportunity to build on your skills. Above all, you'll have a person-centred approach which means you always deliver the highest standards of care and support.

REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Refer a Friend bonus schemes.

If you'd like to use your experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

You will need NVQ 2 (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care, or be willing to work towards this qualification.

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