Therapy Technician (Rehabilitation)

Job summary

To promote a relationship-based experience of receiving care and support that enables a more natural life, promotes choice, control, independence and meets the social and emotional needs of the people we support. We advocate supporting individuals to develop their own personal outcomes based on "what matters to them".

We are looking for occupational therapy support staff who are commitment to supporting people to maximising their independence, have integrity and enthusiasm. The individual needs to be passionate and able to lead by example in assessing and implementing reablement support alongside our health colleagues in Nevill Hall Hospital and enablement workers in the community.

The post holder will work under the supervision of an occupational therapist(s) but work independently to provide therapy intervention to people referred to the Monmouthshire Integrated OT service on an individual basis within the hospital or community setting.

The post holder will be expected to undertake specific technical and administrative tasks as delegated by the Therapy Lead or supervising OT.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of the occupational therapy and the multi-disciplinary team.

To carry out specific standardised and non-standardised assessments under the guidance of an OT.

To screen referrals for priority intervention by OT.

To demonstrate sound clinical reasoning skills that underpin all aspects of practice.

To recognise own limitations within clinical practice/knowledge and to seek advice and guidance from the OT in cases that are beyond their clinical experience and accountability.

To contribute to improvement of systems related to practice and clinical issues.

To develop information that can be utilised for service-users and carers. To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and all other relevant Health Board policies and procedures

To develop and maintain up to date knowledge and skills relevant to this post.

To recognise limitations and potential scope for development to enhance practice.

To actively participate in the induction of students and new staff within this setting.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.