Job summary
This is a permanent Therapy Technician position based within the physiotherapy team at the Wolfson neurorehabilitation centre - a 26 bedded neurorehabilitation unit at Queen Mary's Hospital, Roehampton. The post holder provides physiotherapy technician sessions to patients in this clinical area and assists the therapy team in related administrative and domestic duties needed.
On average this post delivers up to 30 face-to-face therapy sessions a week. It also contributes to the non-clinical tasks and hence the smooth running of the service/department.
The postholder contributes to the seven-day service across neurosciences which has a direct impact on patient flow and reducing length of stay within St George's Hospital.
Main duties of the job
Clinical: The post holder is a key team member of a highly specialist neuro rehabilitation service at Queen Mary's Hospital, Roehampton.
Therapy interventions provided are include physical, sensory, cognitive and perceptual rehabilitation interventions which are completed as either 1:1 or group sessions. The post holder contributes to the intensity of rehabilitation provided.
About us
As a service we are committed to evidence based practice and are actively involved in clinical governance initiatives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Please ensure you read the job description and person specification before applying.
Within your supporting information please give examples from your life or work that demonstrate why you have the skills and attributes required for the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Please ensure you read the job description and person specification before applying.
Within your supporting information please give examples from your life or work that demonstrate why you have the skills and attributes required for the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
Desirable
- NVQ 2
- Recognised qualification in an area related to post or equivalent life skill
- European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)
- First Aid
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the public
- Previous experience of working with people in or outside of work
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
- Previous experience as a therapy assistant
- Previous experience working with people with a disability
- Previous experience of working in health/social care setting
Skills
Essential
- Effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Good personal organisation skills/ time management
- Commitment to lifelong learning
- Demonstrates the ability to manage own time and work flexibly
- Ability to follow instructions and problem solve
- Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day
Desirable
- Basic computer skills- i.e. word processing
- Ability to reflect and appraise own performance
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic awareness of disability/social issues and impact on functional ability
- Awareness of confidentiality
- Demonstrates a knowledge of health care delivery
Desirable
- Demonstrates a basic knowledge of the role of the Multidisciplinary Team
Other
Essential
- Physically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
- Professional demeanour
- Driving License holder
- CRB clearance
- Able to alter their working patterns to include working extended hours, unsociable hours and weekend working
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
Desirable
- NVQ 2
- Recognised qualification in an area related to post or equivalent life skill
- European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)
- First Aid
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the public
- Previous experience of working with people in or outside of work
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
- Previous experience as a therapy assistant
- Previous experience working with people with a disability
- Previous experience of working in health/social care setting
Skills
Essential
- Effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Good personal organisation skills/ time management
- Commitment to lifelong learning
- Demonstrates the ability to manage own time and work flexibly
- Ability to follow instructions and problem solve
- Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day
Desirable
- Basic computer skills- i.e. word processing
- Ability to reflect and appraise own performance
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic awareness of disability/social issues and impact on functional ability
- Awareness of confidentiality
- Demonstrates a knowledge of health care delivery
Desirable
- Demonstrates a basic knowledge of the role of the Multidisciplinary Team
Other
Essential
- Physically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
- Professional demeanour
- Driving License holder
- CRB clearance
- Able to alter their working patterns to include working extended hours, unsociable hours and weekend 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.
