Therapy Assistant- Oncology and Haematology
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and passionate Therapy Assistant to join the Oncology & Haematology Therapy Team at the Churchill Hospital in Oxford. You must have good communication skills with an ability to show empathy and compassion with a holistic approach to providing patient care. This is an ideal opportunity for those who have had experience working as a Band 3 assistant in a health and/or community setting who is looking to progress their career to Band 4, as well as current Band 4's looking to work in a specialist area. The successful candidate will support the Therapy and Multidisciplinary team to provide therapeutic intervention to patients and facilitate hospital discharges. You will work closely with qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists who will provide guidance and supervision. You will also be an integral part of the therapy department undertaking administrative and support roles as required. Training and ongoing development will be available. If you are interested in this role and feel you meet the criteria, please take the time to apply for the job post. You can contact us to discuss the role further or arrange a visit using the contact details in the advert. Main duties of the job
To work as a member of the Churchill Oncology and Haematology Therapies Team to plan and provide programmes of therapeutic activity for patients, within the framework laid down by therapists. To promote patient goals to enable early and safe discharge from hospital. To assist the Therapy Team with a range of duties. Implement and evaluate basic therapy interventions for patients in activities relating to their treatment programme. To maintain rehab equipment in the department, order, clean and communicate with suppliers. About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Job responsibilities
To work as a member of the Churchill Oncology and Haematology Therapies Team to plan and provide programmes of therapeutic activity for patients, within the framework laid down by therapists. To promote patient goals to enable early and safe discharge from hospital. To assist the Therapy Team with a range of duties. Implement and evaluate basic therapy interventions for patients in activities relating to their treatment programme. To maintain rehab equipment in the department, order, clean and communicate with suppliers. Person Specification
Experience and Skills
Experience working clinically in a healthcare setting. Previous experience working as a physiotherapy or therapy assistant. Understanding of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy roles in the hospital setting. Ability to work under the direction of others as well as use own initiative. Demonstrates effective team working. 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.
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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and passionate Therapy Assistant to join the Oncology & Haematology Therapy Team at the Churchill Hospital in Oxford. You must have good communication skills with an ability to show empathy and compassion with a holistic approach to providing patient care. This is an ideal opportunity for those who have had experience working as a Band 3 assistant in a health and/or community setting who is looking to progress their career to Band 4, as well as current Band 4's looking to work in a specialist area. The successful candidate will support the Therapy and Multidisciplinary team to provide therapeutic intervention to patients and facilitate hospital discharges. You will work closely with qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists who will provide guidance and supervision. You will also be an integral part of the therapy department undertaking administrative and support roles as required. Training and ongoing development will be available. If you are interested in this role and feel you meet the criteria, please take the time to apply for the job post. You can contact us to discuss the role further or arrange a visit using the contact details in the advert. Main duties of the job
To work as a member of the Churchill Oncology and Haematology Therapies Team to plan and provide programmes of therapeutic activity for patients, within the framework laid down by therapists. To promote patient goals to enable early and safe discharge from hospital. To assist the Therapy Team with a range of duties. Implement and evaluate basic therapy interventions for patients in activities relating to their treatment programme. To maintain rehab equipment in the department, order, clean and communicate with suppliers. About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Job responsibilities
To work as a member of the Churchill Oncology and Haematology Therapies Team to plan and provide programmes of therapeutic activity for patients, within the framework laid down by therapists. To promote patient goals to enable early and safe discharge from hospital. To assist the Therapy Team with a range of duties. Implement and evaluate basic therapy interventions for patients in activities relating to their treatment programme. To maintain rehab equipment in the department, order, clean and communicate with suppliers. Person Specification
Experience and Skills
Experience working clinically in a healthcare setting. Previous experience working as a physiotherapy or therapy assistant. Understanding of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy roles in the hospital setting. Ability to work under the direction of others as well as use own initiative. Demonstrates effective team working. 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.
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