Job summary
This post is only open for applications for individuals employed within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Care System
Organisations within scope are as follows:
- Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board
- Southern Health Foundation Trust
- Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
- University Hospital Southampton
- Solent NHS Trust
- South Central Ambulance Service
- Isle of Wight NHS Trust
- Hampshire Hospitals
Do you have a direct interest in patient rehabilitation? Can you work independently, as well as part of a team? Is patient contact important to you?
Main duties of the job
The Therapy department at Portsmouth Hospitals University Trust is a wide ranging and supportive team comprising of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists. We have a growing, highly skilled, and valued workforce of Therapy Support Workers.
We currently have a thrilling opening for Therapy Assistant Practitioners to join our teams working on inpatient wards across the hospital.
About us
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work with colleagues across the hospital to support a diverse caseload of patients with assessment, treatment and planning of their care. You will also develop care plans for your patients to help them when they go home.
We are looking for enthusiastic and caring people who have a strong desire to learn, grow and improve to support our patients, the department, and the hospital. You will be supported by colleagues including other Therapy Support Workers and registered therapists and will also have the opportunity to help others, including students to gain insight into the department and it's function.
You will work closely with your colleagues across the Therapy department and have opportunities for future development in a variety of ways. We will develop you within your role and have the opportunity to undertake an apprenticeship programme to gain professional registration.
Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work with colleagues across the hospital to support a diverse caseload of patients with assessment, treatment and planning of their care. You will also develop care plans for your patients to help them when they go home.
We are looking for enthusiastic and caring people who have a strong desire to learn, grow and improve to support our patients, the department, and the hospital. You will be supported by colleagues including other Therapy Support Workers and registered therapists and will also have the opportunity to help others, including students to gain insight into the department and it's function.
You will work closely with your colleagues across the Therapy department and have opportunities for future development in a variety of ways. We will develop you within your role and have the opportunity to undertake an apprenticeship programme to gain professional registration.
Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Basic anatomy & physiology knowledge
- Skilled in communication: face-to-face, in writing and by telephone.
- Flexible and willing to embrace innovative ways of working.
- Willingness to give advice, help and share skills and knowledge.
- Ability to use a computer, including experience of Excel.
- Can prioritise workload effectively
Qualifications
Essential
- Functional skills level 2 or school education to GCSE level or equivalent.
- Level 3 qualification: e.g. A levels, NVQ level 3, T level or equivalent in a health related subject.
Desirable
- BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy or Sports Science.
Experience
Essential
- Experience as Physio/OT Assistant / technician or working in related clinical field.
- Experience working as part of a team.
- Able to participate in manual handling of patients and equipment where necessary.
- Experience and evidence of working within a clinical area.
Desirable
- Involvement in informal supervision and management of people.
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Basic anatomy & physiology knowledge
- Skilled in communication: face-to-face, in writing and by telephone.
- Flexible and willing to embrace innovative ways of working.
- Willingness to give advice, help and share skills and knowledge.
- Ability to use a computer, including experience of Excel.
- Can prioritise workload effectively
Qualifications
Essential
- Functional skills level 2 or school education to GCSE level or equivalent.
- Level 3 qualification: e.g. A levels, NVQ level 3, T level or equivalent in a health related subject.
Desirable
- BSc (Hons) in Sports Therapy or Sports Science.
Experience
Essential
- Experience as Physio/OT Assistant / technician or working in related clinical field.
- Experience working as part of a team.
- Able to participate in manual handling of patients and equipment where necessary.
- Experience and evidence of working within a clinical area.
Desirable
- Involvement in informal supervision and management of people.
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.
