Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Physiotherapy Assistant

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Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who would like to join our friendly and supportive outpatient Physiotherapy service. We have two part time posts available, one based at Leigh Health Centre and one at Boston House, Frog Lane, Wigan. Both posts will be expected to cover hydrotherapy sessions at Platt Bridge Health Centre on a weekly basis.

Duties are varied (both clinical and non-clinical) and the successful applicants will be involved directly in the assessment, care and treatment of patients with a variety of conditions, under the supervision of qualified therapists.

A caring and considerate manner is essential to the post. We would expect the candidates to have a good level of general education, basic computer literacy and knowledge of Physiotherapy interventions. Previous experience of working in a relevant health related area would be essential.

Please note this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.

Evidence of qualifications will be requested at interview and onboarding process.

Main duties of the job

To contribute to the overall Physiotherapy process by carrying out a basic review of patients and conduct procedures within agreed competency levels

To carry out information collection from patients/relatives as requested by Physiotherapy staff

To follow treatment plans as prescribed by Physiotherapy staff and identify and select activities that meet treatment goals

To work independently in a clinical setting with an assigned routine caseload, under the direction of a Physiotherapist

Instruct patients in the use of equipment and techniques to promote independence

Assisting poolside during hydrotherapy sessions

About us

Choose Well - Choose WWL

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.

WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.

On-Call

Please note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.

Details

Date posted

20 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

302-24-6635110SS

Job locations

Wigan HC/Leigh HC

Frog Lane

Wigan

WN6 7LB


Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry out a flexible patient centred programme of therapeutic activities under the direction of a Physiotherapist

To enable patients to achieve their treatment goals

To keep accurate written records and statistics as required by the service

To assist in departmental administration

To assist in the organisation and running of the MSK hydrotherapy sessions

Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry out a flexible patient centred programme of therapeutic activities under the direction of a Physiotherapist

To enable patients to achieve their treatment goals

To keep accurate written records and statistics as required by the service

To assist in departmental administration

To assist in the organisation and running of the MSK hydrotherapy sessions

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level III /QCF training or equivalent course in relevant area
  • Evidence of basic level qualifications in both Maths and English
  • Evidenced training / competencies achieved through current practical experience

Desirable

  • GCSE or equivalent in English

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a relevant health related area
  • Experience of working with the effects of illness and disability on adults
  • Experience of working within a team

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a therapy/rehab service.
  • Experience of working in a Hydrotherapy setting

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to teach practical skills to patients/clients
  • Ability to work single-handed with individuals or groups
  • Good personal organisation skills
  • Ability to use own initiative within designated role
  • Able to recognise and work within own personal limitations
  • Have good written, verbal and non verbal communication skills

Desirable

  • Able to use basic Microsoft Office programmes
  • Able to utilise NHS databases/ patient information systems
  • Able to fit/ adjust mobility / aids for independence
  • Able work confidently within an outpatient environment

Knowledge

Essential

  • Demonstrate understanding of therapy interventions and the role of the assistant
  • A basic understanding of relevant medical conditions and appropriate therapeutic interventions
  • Awareness of confidentiality

Additional

Essential

  • Demonstrate a commitment to personal development
  • Flexible to work patterns
  • Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level III /QCF training or equivalent course in relevant area
  • Evidence of basic level qualifications in both Maths and English
  • Evidenced training / competencies achieved through current practical experience

Desirable

  • GCSE or equivalent in English

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a relevant health related area
  • Experience of working with the effects of illness and disability on adults
  • Experience of working within a team

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a therapy/rehab service.
  • Experience of working in a Hydrotherapy setting

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to teach practical skills to patients/clients
  • Ability to work single-handed with individuals or groups
  • Good personal organisation skills
  • Ability to use own initiative within designated role
  • Able to recognise and work within own personal limitations
  • Have good written, verbal and non verbal communication skills

Desirable

  • Able to use basic Microsoft Office programmes
  • Able to utilise NHS databases/ patient information systems
  • Able to fit/ adjust mobility / aids for independence
  • Able work confidently within an outpatient environment

Knowledge

Essential

  • Demonstrate understanding of therapy interventions and the role of the assistant
  • A basic understanding of relevant medical conditions and appropriate therapeutic interventions
  • Awareness of confidentiality

Additional

Essential

  • Demonstrate a commitment to personal development
  • Flexible to work patterns
  • Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wigan HC/Leigh HC

Frog Lane

Wigan

WN6 7LB


Employer's website

http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wigan HC/Leigh HC

Frog Lane

Wigan

WN6 7LB


Employer's website

http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Therapy Lead

Katie Lockey

katie.lockey@nhs.net

03007071597

Details

Date posted

20 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

302-24-6635110SS

Job locations

Wigan HC/Leigh HC

Frog Lane

Wigan

WN6 7LB


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