University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Therapy Technician to support patients in acute adult wards, including Trauma & Orthopaedics and Neurology, alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and other therapy staff.
The Services Department has over 300 staff; Therapy Technicians will manage their own caseloads, support timely discharges, conduct assessments, manual handling, personal care and equipment fitting. Work is provided across a 7‑day service on a roster basis.
What you’ll do
* Assess and treat patients with a wide range of needs, in conjunction with qualified therapists and other Therapy Technicians.
* Work on acute wards, supporting patients with mobility and self‑care, which may include personal care and toileting.
* Engage in training and developmental opportunities for yourself and others, including students.
* Participate in 7‑day working pattern and bank holiday working, according to rosters.
We’re looking for someone who:
* Demonstrates care and compassion.
* Is comfortable working in an acute and busy ward environment, which may include intensive care.
* Can stay calm and make appropriate decisions under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
* Is happy working alone, as well as in a team.
Essential skills
* Proven experience of working with people who have a variety of physical conditions.
* Clear understanding of the role of a Therapy Technician in the acute environment.
* Clear reasoning in application for wanting to work within UHS Therapy Services.
* Knowledge of NHS working.
* Basic IT skills for completion of databases and electronic patient records.
* Awareness of professional boundaries and limits of the job role.
* Ability to manage bodily fluids and provide personal care.
Desirable skills
* Previous employment in an acute NHS hospital setting.
As we run a 7‑day therapy service, flexibility is needed to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join our team.
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