Job Description
Bank Physiotherapy Technician -Fitzwilliam Hospital - Bank Hours
The Role:
We are seeking to recruit a suitably experienced Physiotherapy Technician to join our pool of bank clinicians.
Hours of work will be of a weekend, rotad in advance though there will be the opportunity for additional hours in the week subject to applicants availability.
You will be supporting qualified therapists upon a busy Orthopaedic inpatient ward and will be required to deliver patient treatments, working independently; teaching and practising, transfers and exercises, progressing mobility with appropriate walking aids following guidance and support from a physiotherapist.
The successful candidate should be motivated, organised with a positive can do attitude. They must show the ability to be flexible within their working day and show initiative with their caseload.
What is a Bank contract:
A Bank contract at Ramsay Health Care UK is a flexible employment agreement where you are not committed to a set number of hours per week. Instead, you work on an ad-hoc basis, filling in shifts that we have available in our hospitals. A Bank contract is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility, as it allows you to choose shifts that fit your availability, leaving you with a greater work-life balance. Bank contracts are also a fantastic way to secure additional income alongside other contracted work. Our Bank staff play a crucial role in maintaining service levels during peak times or staff shortages, ensuring that patient care remains uninterrupted.
Where you'll be based:
Fitzwilliam Hospital is one of Cambridgeshire's leadingindependent hospitals witha reputation for delivering high quality healthcare treatments and services since 1983. The hospital is situated in the quiet landscaped grounds of the Milton Estate in Peterborough and has 54 singlebedroomsand 1 twin-bedded room, all with en suite facilities. The hospital provides services for both private and NHS patients.
What you'll bring with you:
* NVQ level 3 or other higher qualification
* At least 4 GCSEs (A-C), including English maths and science or equivalent qualifications
* Sound written and verbal communication skills
* Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
* Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
* Demonstrated Customer Service skills
* Demonstrated Computer skills
* Proven orthopaedic experience is essential for this role
Desirable:
Experience working in a hospital environment
What we give back to you
* Competitive hourly rates plus enhancements
* Free DBS
* Contributory pension scheme
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Free parking and subsidised staff restaurant (subject to site facilities)
* Free uniform
* Access to Blue Light Card
About us
Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.
We love people with a positive, can do attitude who want to make a difference in their work. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.
We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that people staff and doctors are Ramsay Health Cares most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are proud of our Speak Up for Safety programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more Time to Care.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. Fitzwilliam Hospital is committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all.
We care.
Its more than what we do, its who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.
The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are proud to support the UKs Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MODs Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.