Overview
Physiotherapy Assistant working within the Hydrotherapy Department and Paediatric Department, helping in the running and safe delivery of treatment, assisting the physiotherapists with treatment sessions and undertaking administrative duties. The role involves working with patients both in and out of the pool, as well as office-based administrative duties. You will contribute to the smooth running of the department and help maintain a safe and tidy environment. Previous hydrotherapy experience is welcomed but not essential. As part of the paediatric role you will work with children of all ages, assist with administrative duties and serial casting alongside qualified staff.
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people, with staff of approximately 6,700 and a budget of around £580 million. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. We are committed to keeping at the forefront of medical advances and to continually developing our clinical services and facilities and to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the safe delivery of physiotherapy treatment and support physiotherapists during treatment sessions.
* Undertake administrative duties and help with the smooth running of the department.
* Work with patients both in and out of the pool and maintain a safe, tidy environment.
* Support paediatric work across children of all ages, including administrative duties and serial casting alongside qualified staff.
Qualifications and Skills
* Previous hydrotherapy experience is welcome but not essential.
* Ability to work with children of all ages in a paediatric setting.
* Willingness to perform administrative duties and assist with serial casting under supervision.
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