LR228312 Healthcare Support Worker - Physiotherapy
Join to apply for the LR228312 Healthcare Support Worker - Physiotherapy role at NHS Grampian. This role is based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary in the ANCHOR (Oncology and Haematology) unit.
Key Responsibilities
* Hours: 13 hours per week, primarily weekdays but may be required 7 days a week and on public holidays.
* Support and assist physiotherapy staff in carrying out daily treatments and assessments.
* Assist with moving and handling of complex patients, including rehabilitation of patients with terminal diagnoses.
* Provide patient interaction, administrative duties, cleaning duties and communicate with family and the multidisciplinary team.
* May be asked to support physiotherapy staff in other hospital areas.
* Receive training as required based on prior experience.
* Opportunity to increase hours of the post in the future.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience of working in a therapy department or rehab setting.
* Experience working in a ward or other care setting.
* Motivation to develop new skills and willingness to take on new roles.
* Ability to carry out all aspects of the role safely, including moving and handling complex patients.
Contact
For more information please contact Wendy Bloom, Senior Physiotherapist, ANCHOR unit, email wendy.bloom@nhs.scot. For application support contact Alex MacKenzie, Lead Physiotherapist, 01224 554678 or via email.
Equal Opportunities
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for the workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Application
Apply on Jobtrain. Do not upload a CV; it will not be used for shortlisting. For any adjustments needed during the recruitment process, contact the recruitment team at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot. Candidates will be invited to attend an interview in person; alternative arrangements may be considered.
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