4258 - Therapy Assistant - Trauma and Orthopaedics
We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated to join our Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal physiotherapy team as a Band 3 Therapy Assistant. The Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Team are proactive in providing a holistic service, working within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure our patients receive high quality intervention, achieve their rehabilitation goals and are safely discharged in a timely manner. You will be joining us at an exciting time where we are reviewing the way in which we deliver services and implementing digital solutions which will benefit patient and staff experience. This opportunity will allow the postholder to join our orthopaedic team of physiotherapists and occupational therapists and also provide learning related to other specialties. We actively promote learning and development and welcome applicants who are keen to shape the future of therapy services. Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for implementing therapy programmes and undertaking tasks delegated by the Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to aid the rehabilitation of patients. You will carry your own caseload supervised or unsupervised and treat patients according to set protocols monitoring patients' progress and reporting back any changes to the appropriate Therapist. You will be responsible for clinically relevant administrative duties in BHNFT to ensure smooth service delivery. You will experience a comprehensive induction process and have access to learning opportunities and development, including the opportunity for apprenticeship training to become a B4 assistant practitioner and/or a registered practitioner. Our service values leadership at all levels and you will be encouraged to play an active part in service development and improvement, with a view to shaping effective patient care pathways and best practice. The successful applicant will have excellent team working skills and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to work collaboratively with colleagues and patients, as well as being able to work alone. Flexibility of working times and practice is essential which will include 7 day working, weekend working. We offer clinical supervision, staff support, professional development opportunities and a supportive working environment. About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a 'can do' attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Person Specification
In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words, please explain what motivates you to do a good job. Qualifications
GCSE English A-C or equivalent Working towards NVQ 3 or equivalent Other qualification/experience in relevant area Experience
Previous experience of working with people with a disability Administration/clerical experience 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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We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated to join our Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal physiotherapy team as a Band 3 Therapy Assistant. The Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Team are proactive in providing a holistic service, working within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure our patients receive high quality intervention, achieve their rehabilitation goals and are safely discharged in a timely manner. You will be joining us at an exciting time where we are reviewing the way in which we deliver services and implementing digital solutions which will benefit patient and staff experience. This opportunity will allow the postholder to join our orthopaedic team of physiotherapists and occupational therapists and also provide learning related to other specialties. We actively promote learning and development and welcome applicants who are keen to shape the future of therapy services. Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for implementing therapy programmes and undertaking tasks delegated by the Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to aid the rehabilitation of patients. You will carry your own caseload supervised or unsupervised and treat patients according to set protocols monitoring patients' progress and reporting back any changes to the appropriate Therapist. You will be responsible for clinically relevant administrative duties in BHNFT to ensure smooth service delivery. You will experience a comprehensive induction process and have access to learning opportunities and development, including the opportunity for apprenticeship training to become a B4 assistant practitioner and/or a registered practitioner. Our service values leadership at all levels and you will be encouraged to play an active part in service development and improvement, with a view to shaping effective patient care pathways and best practice. The successful applicant will have excellent team working skills and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to work collaboratively with colleagues and patients, as well as being able to work alone. Flexibility of working times and practice is essential which will include 7 day working, weekend working. We offer clinical supervision, staff support, professional development opportunities and a supportive working environment. About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a 'can do' attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Person Specification
In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words, please explain what motivates you to do a good job. Qualifications
GCSE English A-C or equivalent Working towards NVQ 3 or equivalent Other qualification/experience in relevant area Experience
Previous experience of working with people with a disability Administration/clerical experience 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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