Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Physiotherapy Assistant to join our Inpatient Therapy team at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous NHS experience who is passionate about helping patients regain their independence and supporting their recovery journey.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will assist qualified physiotherapists and occupational therapists in delivering high-quality care across elderly, stroke, surgical, orthopaedic and medical wards.
The role also includes maintaining equipment, supporting data collection and contributing to the smooth running of the department.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting and rewarding role with many opportunities to expand your communication and people skills whilst working alongside an integrated therapy team.
You will take part in peer learning sessions and be part of a structured in service training programme for our assistant tier alongside personal development reviews with your supervisor.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contactwestherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post does not include any evening/overnight responsibilities, but the successfulpost holder would have a responsibility in participating in the weekend and Bank Holiday seven day working rotas (1:4 1:6 weekend working frequency).
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post does not include any evening/overnight responsibilities, but the successfulpost holder would have a responsibility in participating in the weekend and Bank Holiday seven day working rotas (1:4 1:6 weekend working frequency).
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Care Certificate or City and Guilds 3 or NVQ 3 or BTEC National Diploma OR equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Level 2 Functional skills in English and Maths; GCSE A* - C or 4 - 9 or willingness to work towards.
- 3 A-Levels OR Health and Science TLevel OR equivalent Level 3 qualifications / apprenticeship.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Understanding of the Physiotherapy role within an acute hospital.
- Understanding and commitment to a caring approach to patients & relatives.
Desirable
- Knowledge of local services for onward referral.
Experience:
Essential
- Healthcare experience.
- NHS experience.
- Experience of managing and prioritising own caseload.
- Team working.
Desirable
- Relevant experience as a therapy assistant or similar.
- Experience of working with clients with physical / cognitive impairment/confusion/dementia.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Care Certificate or City and Guilds 3 or NVQ 3 or BTEC National Diploma OR equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Level 2 Functional skills in English and Maths; GCSE A* - C or 4 - 9 or willingness to work towards.
- 3 A-Levels OR Health and Science TLevel OR equivalent Level 3 qualifications / apprenticeship.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Understanding of the Physiotherapy role within an acute hospital.
- Understanding and commitment to a caring approach to patients & relatives.
Desirable
- Knowledge of local services for onward referral.
Experience:
Essential
- Healthcare experience.
- NHS experience.
- Experience of managing and prioritising own caseload.
- Team working.
Desirable
- Relevant experience as a therapy assistant or similar.
- Experience of working with clients with physical / cognitive impairment/confusion/dementia.
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).
