The Trauma and Orthopaedic Therapy Team at Queens Hospital Burton is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant to work within their team.
This is a new exciting opportunity to be involved in both the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy pathways for the patient - treating holistically and being rewarded with positive patient outcomes. The post will support with the assessment and treatment of patients throughout the range of Orthopaedic wards which includes both elective and emergency pathways. This has the aim of maximising independence and physical function in adult patients following their acute admission.
The team is looking for a motivated, organised Therapy Assistant to support patient care in an in-patient environment. They must show the ability to be flexible within their working day and show initiative with their caseload, being mindful of the wider teams needs and workload. A desire to help people in their recovery and motivate them to reach their potential is a key part of this role also. Recent experience of working in an inpatient care setting and the moving and handling of adults is essential. The role involves working day shifts, lates and weekends (for which enhancements are payable).
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
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To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers
NVQ level 2 or higher accomplished / equivalent experience
NVQ in relevant area - i.e. health and social care
Worked as a band 2 or band 3 Therapy assistant
Evidence of understanding the Therapy impact in inpatients
Evidence of manual handling techniques
NVQ level 2 or higher accomplished / equivalent experience
NVQ in relevant area - i.e. health and social care
Worked as a band 2 or band 3 Therapy assistant
Evidence of understanding the Therapy impact in inpatients
Evidence of manual handling techniques
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.
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Queen's Hospital Burton
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