Rehabilitation Assistant - Trauma & Orthopaedics
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 24 September 2024
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.
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 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
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.
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).