Bank Therapy Assistant/Assistant Practitioner
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
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Job summary
***This post is not available for sponsorship***
To support patients, their families and carers to maximise their participation in the attainment of their rehabilitation goals by following treatment programmes developed and provided by the Allied Health Professionals (AHP) involved
To work as a supervised member of the multidisciplinary team, maintaining good communication with the AHPs, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team e.g. doctors, nurses and social workers to try to achieve the Predicted Date of Discharge (PDD)
Main duties of the job
Gain valid patient consent and understanding of rehabilitation and educationprogrammes prior to any intervention involving families and carers where necessary and respecting patients' right to decline treatment.
Have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Date posted
15 July 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£22,816 to £24,336 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
176-B-6276551
Job locations
NWAFT
Cross Site
PE3 9GZ
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
NWAFT
Cross Site
PE3 9GZ
Employer's website
https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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