Overview
Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals Trust are actively recruiting for a Band 3 Therapy Assistant (Fixed Term). We are looking for a motivated, dynamic and innovative individual to join our therapy department at King George Hospital. You will be working with our friendly team of therapists as part of the KGH Therapy Department. Working in a fast paced environment, you will have the opportunity to offer admin and clinical support to our therapists. As a Band 3 Therapy Assistant you will have the opportunity to build a strong set of skills such as carrying out therapy programmes as directed by the therapist, ordering equipment and assisting in home assessments.
You will have strong written and verbal communication skills, some experience in direct patient care and an awareness of the role of therapy within the trust. We have a strong commitment to continuing development with an established in service training programme. You will be well supported by experienced therapists. In line with the Government agenda for the NHS, we have recently re-configured our Integrated Therapy service structure to provide a 7 day service. You will be required to work weekends dependent.
If you have the skills outlined above and want a rewarding opportunity where you will be encouraged to influence and develop services whilst being valued and supported then apply today. Enquiries to discuss the position are welcomed. Please contact Katie Johnson. B7 Occupational Therapist Katie.johnson12@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
To provide skilled routine, and some non-routine, clinical and non-clinical support to the rehabilitation team, this includes Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists.
The state registered therapist will at all times remain responsible for:
* Primary assessment of patient
* Referral for treatment
* Clinical discharge of patient
* Setting the primary clinical treatment plan and monitoring the progression of the patient
* Overseeing the clinical quality and ensuring appropriateness of the treatment practised on the patient
Details
Band: Band 3
Salary: £29,651 to £31,312 a year inclusive
Contract: Fixed term – 6 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: King George Hospital, Ilford, IG3 8YB
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
* Good standard of general education, to GCSE level or equivalent
* Evidence of recent relevant and appropriate training and CPD
Experience/Knowledge
* Essential: Experience in health care
* Desirable: Previous experience in the delivery of health care as a therapy assistant
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a disclosure check.
Employer details
Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
King George Hospital, Ilford, IG3 8YB
Website: https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/
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