Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of 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.
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.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
We have an exciting opportunity for a Therapy Technician to join our Therapy services department at University Hospital Southampton.
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 person specification and ensure you can fulfil the following skills for this role:
Essential: Proven experience of working with people who have a variety of physical conditions Clear understanding of the role of a Therapy technician in the acute environment Clear reasoning in application for wanting to work within UHS Therapy Services Knowledge of NHS working Basic IT skills for completion of data bases, electronic patient records Awareness of professional boundaries and limitation of job role Able to manage working with bodily fluids and helping with personal careDesirable Previous employment in an acute NHS hospital setting
As we run a 7-day therapy service, flexibility is needed to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
As you will be part of the wider Therapy services department, you will be supported to develop your skills through in-service training and UHS opportunities.
We actively encourage all potential applicants to contact us to ask any questions you may have.
PLEASE NOTE: Interviews will be held on 12th May, in person only, due to having a practical assessment, so please dress in smart and comfortable clothing for your interview. No virtual interviews will be offered, please do not apply if you cannot attend an interview in person in Southampton, England We do not accept CV applications If we receive a high volume of applications, this advert will close early.
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
We have an exciting opportunity for a Therapy Technician to join our Therapy services department at University Hospital Southampton.
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 person specification and ensure you can fulfil the following skills for this role:
Essential: Proven experience of working with people who have a variety of physical conditions Clear understanding of the role of a Therapy technician in the acute environment Clear reasoning in application for wanting to work within UHS Therapy Services Knowledge of NHS working Basic IT skills for completion of data bases, electronic patient records Awareness of professional boundaries and limitation of job role Able to manage working with bodily fluids and helping with personal careDesirable Previous employment in an acute NHS hospital setting
As we run a 7-day therapy service, flexibility is needed to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
As you will be part of the wider Therapy services department, you will be supported to develop your skills through in-service training and UHS opportunities.
We actively encourage all potential applicants to contact us to ask any questions you may have.
PLEASE NOTE: Interviews will be held on 12th May, in person only, due to having a practical assessment, so please dress in smart and comfortable clothing for your interview. No virtual interviews will be offered, please do not apply if you cannot attend an interview in person in Southampton, England We do not accept CV applications If we receive a high volume of applications, this advert will close early.
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
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
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).
