Job summary
VACANCY BAND 2 PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT
We are recruiting a part time Band 2 Physiotherapy Assistant to be based at Grantham Hospital. The successful applicant with join the Therapy Team consisting of Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist.
The post will be a maximum of 28 hours a week and will work as part of a 7 day service and rotate between Medical//e/Orthopaedics and Aqua Therapy.
The post holder will work closely with the multidisciplinary team including medical staff, nursing staff, occupational therapists, speech therapists and dieticians. They will also be encouraged to liaise with other agencies that support patients and their families.
Our mission is to make a positive difference in patient's lives through the use of specialist and individualised therapy in partnership with the MDT, the patient and their family.
The applicant should be able to cope with the demands of a busy workload, be able to work with patients who are acutely ill.
Main duties of the job
Duties will include:
- To undertake support work to aid the rehabilitation of patients.
- To accept patients referred by the Physiotherapist and continue their treatment plan under the direct supervision of the physiotherapist
- Treat patients according to set treatment protocols, monitoring progression and make minor alterations as required under the direct supervision of the Physiotherapist
- Reporting back patient progress, informing the Physiotherapist of any problems or concerns.
Please see the job description for more details of all of the duties included in this post.
The department is committed to staff development through in-service training and a competency based assessment programme.
About us
Whats the hospital like?
Pilgrim Hospital is situated beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.
Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the new medical school, It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service
If you want to make a difference and be part of something new and exciting then we would love to hear from you so, what are you waiting for?!
Excellence in rural healthcare, delivered by people who put patients at the heart of everything they do
One Trust,Endless opportunities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Whats in it for you??
So, apart from being part of a team that puts patients at the heart of everything we do, and seeing lives improved by the treatments we give, youll also get the following:
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- NHS Pension: A generous and flexible pension scheme with contributions from us as your employer.
- Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days a year, rising to 33 days after 10 years plus eight bank holidays (for staff covered by Agenda for Change)
- Flexible working & career breaks: Helping you match work and home life ask about reduced hours, compressed hours, flexible working, term-time only working, job sharing and unpaid leave.
- Bank working: The chance to work extra hours at enhanced rates and well pay you weekly ideal if your income needs a quick boost.
- Relocation packages: If a relocation package is offered for the role, you could qualify for expenses of up to 25% of your starting salary.
And theres more!!:
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- Family & Childcare including on-site nurseries at Lincoln County Hospital and Pilgrim Hospital Boston, maternity, paternity, adoption & shared parental leave following a set period of employment.
- Health & Wellbeing including mindfulness, counselling, mental health first aid, health check MOTs, physiotherapy, eye tests.
- Learning & Development including Lincolnshire Talent Academy, leadership training, medical education, clinical education, Lincolnshire clinical research and GP speciality training programme.
- Discounts & Salary Sacrifice including Cycle2Work, car lease scheme, home electronics and wider wallet.
- Rewards & Recognition including staff awards, long service awards, retirement awards, examples of excellence and staff lottery.
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. your NHS needs you!!!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Whats in it for you??
So, apart from being part of a team that puts patients at the heart of everything we do, and seeing lives improved by the treatments we give, youll also get the following:
-
- NHS Pension: A generous and flexible pension scheme with contributions from us as your employer.
- Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days a year, rising to 33 days after 10 years plus eight bank holidays (for staff covered by Agenda for Change)
- Flexible working & career breaks: Helping you match work and home life ask about reduced hours, compressed hours, flexible working, term-time only working, job sharing and unpaid leave.
- Bank working: The chance to work extra hours at enhanced rates and well pay you weekly ideal if your income needs a quick boost.
- Relocation packages: If a relocation package is offered for the role, you could qualify for expenses of up to 25% of your starting salary.
And theres more!!:
-
- Family & Childcare including on-site nurseries at Lincoln County Hospital and Pilgrim Hospital Boston, maternity, paternity, adoption & shared parental leave following a set period of employment.
- Health & Wellbeing including mindfulness, counselling, mental health first aid, health check MOTs, physiotherapy, eye tests.
- Learning & Development including Lincolnshire Talent Academy, leadership training, medical education, clinical education, Lincolnshire clinical research and GP speciality training programme.
- Discounts & Salary Sacrifice including Cycle2Work, car lease scheme, home electronics and wider wallet.
- Rewards & Recognition including staff awards, long service awards, retirement awards, examples of excellence and staff lottery.
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. your NHS needs you!!!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's at Grade C or equivalent including English language and Maths
Desirable
- Evidence of investigation into the role of Physiotherapy Assistant
- NVQ 2 in Health Care ( or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the public in a variety of settings
- Able to demonstrate good customer care.
- Experience of working in a health care setting, with skills and experience in rehabilitation of patients, general mobility skills and communication
- Good Verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of rehabilitation
- Previous experience of working as a physiotherapy assistant
Knowledge Skills & Aptitude
Essential
- Can demonstrate a clear understanding of physiotherapy, and how it relates to patient rehabilitation.
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework:
Specific requirements
Essential
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work on own initiative & as part of a team
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's at Grade C or equivalent including English language and Maths
Desirable
- Evidence of investigation into the role of Physiotherapy Assistant
- NVQ 2 in Health Care ( or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the public in a variety of settings
- Able to demonstrate good customer care.
- Experience of working in a health care setting, with skills and experience in rehabilitation of patients, general mobility skills and communication
- Good Verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of rehabilitation
- Previous experience of working as a physiotherapy assistant
Knowledge Skills & Aptitude
Essential
- Can demonstrate a clear understanding of physiotherapy, and how it relates to patient rehabilitation.
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework:
Specific requirements
Essential
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work on own initiative & as part of a team
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post
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).
