Overview
We are seeking a full-time Band 3 Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Assistant to join our established and supportive physiotherapy team, which currently consists of two Physiotherapists, two Technical Instructors and three Rehabilitation Assistants.
You will be an enthusiastic, motivated, empathetic and professional individual who understands the importance of enablement and rehabilitation. You will be following treatment plans provided by qualified Physiotherapists, completing one-to-one sessions as well as leading group exercise classes. There are also regular opportunities to support residents with swimming sessions. You do not need to be able to swim, but must be confident in the water. This is a full time role, with Saturday working approximately one in every six weekends, with a weekday off provided in the preceding week.
You will work closely with the wider Fonthill MDT, including nurses, carers, GPs, occupational therapists, dietitians and other allied health professionals, and communicate regularly with residents relatives.
Main duties of the job
* Residents requiring rehabilitation post-hospital admission to return home
* Long-term residents requiring ongoing physiotherapy intervention
* Palliative residents requiring regular re-assessment as conditions change
* Residents with learning disabilities to maximise physical potential
* Delivery of chest physiotherapy to assist sputum clearance
About us
Fonthill House is a well-established, outstanding nursing home in St Albans, Hertfordshire, providing high-quality, person-centred care for residents with a wide range of complex needs.
We are a 64-bedded home with an in-house therapy team delivering six-day-a-week therapy provision, working closely within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to promote independence, safety, and quality of life for all residents.
Please note: Fonthill House is unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
Job responsibilities
We are seeking a full-time Band 3 Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Assistant to join our established and supportive physiotherapy team, which currently consists of two Physiotherapists, two Technical Instructors and three Rehabilitation Assistants. You will be an enthusiastic, motivated, empathetic and professional individual who understands the importance of enablement and rehabilitation. You will be following treatment plans provided by qualified Physiotherapists, completing one-to-one sessions as well as leading group exercise classes. There are also regular opportunities to support residents with swimming sessions. You do not need to be able to swim, but must be confident in the water. This is a full time role, with Saturday working approximately one in every six weekends, with a weekday off provided in the preceding week. You will work closely with the wider Fonthill MDT, including nurses, carers, GPs, occupational therapists, dietitians and other allied health professionals, and communicate regularly with residents relatives. The caseload is broad and varied, including: Residents requiring rehabilitation post-hospital admission to return home; Long-term residents requiring ongoing physiotherapy intervention; Palliative residents requiring regular re-assessment as conditions change; Residents with learning disabilities to maximise physical potential; Delivery of chest physiotherapy to assist sputum clearance. Due to the nature of the job, there will be situations in which support is required with personal care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* GCSE English at Grade 4 / C or equivalent
* Physically fit to be able to support and facilitate movement and postural needs
* Excellent verbal communication skills to deliver exercise programmes, provide education, and build rapport with residents, relatives and the MDT
* Excellent written communication skills to ensure clear, accurate and timely documentation
Knowledge
* Physically fit to be able to support and facilitate movement and postural needs
* Excellent verbal communication skills to deliver exercise programmes, provide education, and build rapport with residents, relatives and the MDT
* Excellent written communication skills to ensure clear, accurate and timely documentation
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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