Rehabilitation Assistant - Trauma & Orthopaedics

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Working as part of the inpatient Orthopaedic Therapy Team assisting physiotherapists and occupational therapists with the rehabilitation of patients in order to obtain and maintain maximum independence and functional ability following injury or planned orthopaedic surgery.

Main duties of the job

To deliver rehabilitation services within a multidisciplinary team to inpatients on both trauma and elective orthopaedic wards. Working closely with other professionals to ensure positive clinical outcomes and effectiveness by providing a co-ordinated service including continuity and quality of care.

To improve patient satisfaction and enhance the patient journey through the system by giving appropriate information, advice and education.

About us

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

Date posted

23 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

421-PSC-1367R

Job locations

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

Job description

Job responsibilities

To play an active role in the Orthopaedic multi-disciplinary team.

To be involved in planning, preparing and implementing specialised rehabilitation programmes as directed by the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist responsible for the patient, according to treatment protocols, providing a 7 day service.

To perform a range of supporting administrative and housekeeping tasks

Please see attached Job Description for more information

Job description

Job responsibilities

To play an active role in the Orthopaedic multi-disciplinary team.

To perform a range of supporting administrative and housekeeping tasks

Please see attached Job Description for more information

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

5 GCSE's or equivalent
Achieved or working towards a relevant qualification e.g.NVQ level 3 in Health/Social Care
Experience as a Physiotherapy OT / Rehabilitation assistant / Support worker or similar
Effective communication - written & verbal.

Desirable

Previous NHS experience
Experience with the elderly/disabled
Knowledge of orthopaedic conditions

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

5 GCSE's or equivalent
Achieved or working towards a relevant qualification e.g.NVQ level 3 in Health/Social Care
Experience as a Physiotherapy OT / Rehabilitation assistant / Support worker or similar
Effective communication - written & verbal.

Desirable

Previous NHS experience
Experience with the elderly/disabled
Knowledge of orthopaedic conditions

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

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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).

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