We have an exciting opportunity in Hywel Dda University Health Board for a Therapy Assistant Practitioner in Falls. The successful candidate will support the Community Falls and Frailty Therapy Service to deliver specialist therapeutic and rehabilitative intervention as directed; contributing to the Health Board’s aim of service delivery closer to home for individuals with ongoing needs following a fall or physical/functional decline.
The successful candidate will cover Ceredigion by participating in the Falls Safe & Steady clinics at Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, and Cardigan. Therefore, travel to these sites is expected. The Therapy Assistant Practitioner will work closely with other members of the MDT. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who has the ability to motivate and engage with their patients.
Whilst the role focuses on Falls, we require an individual who is adaptable to meet the needs of patients with multiple and a variety of conditions as well as service priorities. Due to the nature of the role, you will need to be able to travel on a daily basis within the County, as well as being flexible to travel across the Health Board on occasions.
To support the Ceredigion Falls Safe & Steady Service to deliver specialist assessment and rehabilitative intervention as directed; contributing to the Health Board’s aim of service delivery closer to home supporting individuals who may present with a range of diagnoses and require input from more than one therapy service.
The post holder will be involved in undertaking detailed observations, assessments, following/modifying therapy plans and promoting an enabling approach to recovery. The service can be delivered in individual or group settings within homes, clinical, care facilities, or community settings according to need and following agreed guidelines, protocols, policies, and care pathways.
Aspects of the role will include completion of relevant administrative duties and lone domiciliary working. The provision of a flexible 7-day service may be expected of this role, based on service need.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 29/01/2025.
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The successful candidate will cover Ceredigion by participating in the Falls Safe & Steady clinics at Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, and Cardigan. Therefore, travel to these sites is expected. The Therapy Assistant Practitioner will work closely with other members of the MDT. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who has the ability to motivate and engage with their patients.
Whilst the role focuses on Falls, we require an individual who is adaptable to meet the needs of patients with multiple and a variety of conditions as well as service priorities. Due to the nature of the role, you will need to be able to travel on a daily basis within the County, as well as being flexible to travel across the Health Board on occasions.
To support the Ceredigion Falls Safe & Steady Service to deliver specialist assessment and rehabilitative intervention as directed; contributing to the Health Board’s aim of service delivery closer to home supporting individuals who may present with a range of diagnoses and require input from more than one therapy service.
The post holder will be involved in undertaking detailed observations, assessments, following/modifying therapy plans and promoting an enabling approach to recovery. The service can be delivered in individual or group settings within homes, clinical, care facilities, or community settings according to need and following agreed guidelines, protocols, policies, and care pathways.
Aspects of the role will include completion of relevant administrative duties and lone domiciliary working. The provision of a flexible 7-day service may be expected of this role, based on service need.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 29/01/2025.
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