Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job
We have an exciting opportunity for a Therapy Technician to work as part of our large Therapy services department at University Hospital Southampton. Working on the acute adult wards, with current opportunities in Trauma & Orthopaedics and Neurology, working alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and other therapy support staff. The postholder will have their own caseload of patients and support proactive and timely discharges.
The work involves assessing and treating patients, preparing them for home, and includes manual handling, personal care of patients, and fitting of equipment.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work as part of a combined therapy services team delivering patient care across a 7-day service, including weekends and bank holidays, on a roster basis.
This post is part of the wider Therapy services department. You will have many opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge through our in-service training. You will be part of a large department of over 300 Therapy staff including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy support staff.
We are looking for people who thrive working in busy clinical environments and who want to support patients to regain, or maintain their independence, through therapeutic intervention. UHS is a fast-paced environment where effective communication, prioritisation, and delegation skills are needed to support safe and timely discharges.
What youll do You will be involved in the assessment and treatment of patients with a wide range of needs, working alongside qualified therapists and other Therapy Technicians. Work on the 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.
Were 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.
Please check the Personal specification for this role and take the following into account:
Happy to assist with personal care: washing dressing and toileting needs. Demonstrates clear written and verbal communication. In the application form please communicate a clear desire, and reasons, to work specifically within UHS Therapies.
We actively encourage all potential applicants to contact us to ask any questions you may have.
We allocate area of work following interview, based on your skill set and the overall service need.
If this post is not for you and you are interested in finding out about other Therapy opportunities, please email Annette.Purkis@uhs.nhs.uk
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work as part of a combined therapy services team delivering patient care across a 7-day service, including weekends and bank holidays, on a roster basis.
This post is part of the wider Therapy services department. You will have many opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge through our in-service training. You will be part of a large department of over 300 Therapy staff including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy support staff.
We are looking for people who thrive working in busy clinical environments and who want to support patients to regain, or maintain their independence, through therapeutic intervention. UHS is a fast-paced environment where effective communication, prioritisation, and delegation skills are needed to support safe and timely discharges.
What youll do You will be involved in the assessment and treatment of patients with a wide range of needs, working alongside qualified therapists and other Therapy Technicians. Work on the 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.
Were 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.
Please check the Personal specification for this role and take the following into account:
Happy to assist with personal care: washing dressing and toileting needs. Demonstrates clear written and verbal communication. In the application form please communicate a clear desire, and reasons, to work specifically within UHS Therapies.
We actively encourage all potential applicants to contact us to ask any questions you may have.
We allocate area of work following interview, based on your skill set and the overall service need.
If this post is not for you and you are interested in finding out about other Therapy opportunities, please email Annette.Purkis@uhs.nhs.uk
We look forward to hearing from you.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients first
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- NVQ3 in a health or social care subject or equivalent level of experience
- Experience working in a healthcare, education or customer facing setting
- Understanding of acute hospital environment
- Demonstrates the ability to acknowledge changes in the patient's physical/psychological needs and escalate as appropriate
Desirable
- Experience working in an acute hospital
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Communication
- Time management
- Prioritisation
- Record keeping
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients first
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- NVQ3 in a health or social care subject or equivalent level of experience
- Experience working in a healthcare, education or customer facing setting
- Understanding of acute hospital environment
- Demonstrates the ability to acknowledge changes in the patient's physical/psychological needs and escalate as appropriate
Desirable
- Experience working in an acute hospital
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Communication
- Time management
- Prioritisation
- Record keeping
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
