Job summary
- Main area
- Physiotherapy
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Will be required to work orthopeadic weekends as part of a rostered service)
- Job ref
- 279-6350582-JUN24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £22,383 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 10/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Physiotherapy Assistant
Band 2
Job overview
We are looking to recruit a Physiotherapy Assistant to work within the inpatient orthopaedic and vascular physiotherapy service at Royal Sussex County Hospital. Applicants should have some experience working with patients in the healthcare setting and an enthusiasm and/or background in exercise and rehabilitation. Applicants must have excellent, adaptable communication skills and enjoy working in a busy team environment, in a variety of settings.
A band 2 physiotherapy assistant may work without being directly supervised by a physiotherapist, but will have immediate access to a physiotherapist on site or by telephone/bleep
The post holder will be expected to use a minimal amount of clinical judgement and freedom to act when undertaking their work whilst remaining within agreed protocols
Main duties of the job
To assist the physiotherapists in the assessment and treatment of inpatients across the orthopaedic and vascular wards in order to promote independence and mobility.
Duties will include mobilising patients, safety on stairs, teaching of exercises and the issuing of equipment in order to facilitate a safe discharge from hospital. In addition providing administrative support to the team.
Physiotherapy assistants are directly supervised by a senior physiotherapy. Once relevant competencies have been achieved you may be required to manage a delegated caseload of patients with non-complex presentation, within clearly defined parameters, without direct supervision and report back to the qualified therapist as necessary.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Please note, the Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Provide support to the team with administration, clerical and housekeeping duties
Assist the therapists in the assessment and treatment of patients with physical and/or cognitive impairments.
Deliver treatment plans devised by physiotherapists to promote independence and recovery.
Instruct patients in the use of walking aids and provide advice to patients and carers regarding safety issues associated with walking aids according to UHS protocols.
Liaise with patients, families, carers, outside agencies etc. to optimise patient care and discharge planning
Attend staff meetings and in-service training sessions,.
Actively promote and develop equality and diversity practices and promote equity of access of care for patients.
The post would include participation in an Orthopaedic Weekend Rota following completion of appropriate training.
As an organisation and department we support an inclusive culture and diversity for our staff. We are committed to encouraging further development and growth from diverse groups, and we welcome applications from people of all abilities and currently under-represented groups, which we are able to support with our range of flexible and inclusive options. We currently have an under-representation from BAME, disabilities and LGBTQ communities. As such, we particularly welcome applicants from these groups.
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached, and ensure you meet the essential criteria before applying.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Tel 01273 696955 Bleep 8894 / 8375
Person specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential criteria
- GCSE or equivalant in English and Maths
- Basic Knowledge and interest of human anatomy / physiology / rehabilitation
Desirable criteria
- Current or previous experience working in a health or care setting
- NVQ in health related subject
Communication
Essential criteria
- Evidence of effective and appropriate verbal and written communication skills
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of working with individuals with communication difficulties
Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence as having worked as part of a team
- Evidence of being able to work independently
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
- Organisational skills, ability to prioritise and work in a timely manner
- Basic IT skills – inputting data, email
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of planning own workload on a day to day basis
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sharon Tymms
- Job title
- Senior Vaascular and Orthopaedic Physiotherapist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273 696955
- Additional information
Please request switchboard to bleep 8894 or 8375
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