Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Hand Therapy team as a Band 4 Assistant. We are a busy clinical area specialising in Hand and upper limb conditions and injuries. The unit is a large multidisciplinary team including Doctors, Nurses, Therapists and Extended Scope Practitioners; this role supports the Occupational and Physiotherapists.
Working under the supervision of qualified therapy staff in the Pulvertaft Hand Unit, you will undertake a variety of tasks assisting with therapy treatments. The post holder will carry an independent caseload in relation to helping patients with rehabilitation of hand conditions as part of their rehabilitation programme.
Hours
* Monday - 8:00 to 17:00
* Tuesday - 09:00 to 18:30
* Wednesday - 08:00 to 16:00
* Thursday - 08:00 to 16:30
* Friday - 08:30 to 13:00
Responsibilities
* Work with a minimum of support and direction from qualified therapists to manage individuals or groups of patients as part of treatment and rehabilitation programmes.
* Manage a clearly defined workload/caseload of patients with minimal support from the delegating therapist and take responsibility for patients in that caseload.
* Teach and supervise exercise programmes.
* Assess, issue and teach the use of walking aids.
* Fit and teach the use of appliances/splints for agreed conditions.
* Direct/supervise moving and handling of patients in line with Trust policies.
Training and Development
The team offers regular comprehensive training and encourages professional development.
Key Dates
* Closing date of applications: 24 September 2025
* Date of interview: 8 October 2025
In Return We Will Offer
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* Ongoing support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
About the Organisation
UHDB is a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities. We aim to provide Exceptional Care Together, guided by our values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence.
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