Therapy Assistant- Podiatry
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
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Job summary
The post holder is required to undertake training to enable them to carry out a wide range of tasks to support the Podiatry team. These tasks will include activities directly related to patient care such as assisting in Nail Surgery Procedures, clerical tasks and domestic tasks.
Main duties of the job
Under the direction of a qualified registered Podiatrist, assist with patient therapy activities
Prepare patients for treatment ensuring a safe environment
To be able to accurately report back to the therapists any work undertakenTo maintain levels of and distribute consumable stock to clinicians/clinics
If required to assist patient with independent prescribed practice provided by qualified Podiatrists
To work alongside Podiatrists /other assistants to run patient activity groups when required
- To assist in communication screens when require
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
o NHS pension scheme membership
o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
o NHS Staff discounts
o Cycle to work scheme
oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Date posted
25 July 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£22,383 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
362-A-24-6469461
Job locations
Woodley Health Centre
Stockport
SK6 1ND
Employer details
Employer name
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Woodley Health Centre
Stockport
SK6 1ND
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