Job summary
Rehabilitation Assistant - Band 3 (Amputee Rehabilitation)
We are looking to recruit an experienced and compassionate Rehabilitation Assistant to join our specialist Amputee Therapy Team, providing inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation at the Douglas Bader Rehabilitation Centre and Queen Mary's Hospital.
This is a Band 3 Therapy Assistant role, working under the supervision and delegation of registered Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, delivering goal-directed rehabilitation programmes to patients following limb loss.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
* Deliver delegated therapy interventions following assessment by a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist
* Progress treatment programmes within agreed parameters
* Work independently at times, while remaining accountable to the supervising therapist
* Provide practical support to patients in prosthetic rehabilitation, mobility, ADLs and self-management
This role does not involve autonomous assessment, clinical decision-making or independent treatment planning beyond the Rehabilitation Assistant scope of practice.
We are seeking a candidate who:
* Has experience working in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting
* Has a clear understanding of the Rehabilitation Assistant role and its boundaries
* Enjoys delivering hands-on, practical rehabilitation support
* Is looking to develop and consolidate their role as a Therapy Assistant within a specialist service
* Values continuity of care and long-term contribution within a multidisciplinary team
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For details of the job, comprehensive list of responsibilities and the person specifications for the role please see the job description attached
** The vacancy may close earlier than the advised date, depending on the volume of applicants**
Job description
Job responsibilities
For details of the job, comprehensive list of responsibilities and the person specifications for the role please see the job description attached
** The vacancy may close earlier than the advised date, depending on the volume of applicants**
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Literacy and numeracy - pass in GSCE English and Maths
Desirable
- Formal qualifications in health or social care- e.g. Level 3 NVQ or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS/caring environment
- Experience of team working
- Experience of ordering supplies
Desirable
- Experience of using Oracle system
- Experience of supervising/teaching individuals or groups
Skills
Essential
- oEffective written and verbal communication skills
- oAble to show initiative and prioritisation when working independently/ unsupervised
- oAble to perform practical tasks effectively
- oAble to learn and apply new skills.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- oAn understanding of the skills required for effective team working
- oAn understanding of the impact of disability and issues related to promote independence
- oInformation governance and confidentiality related to health care
- oAn awareness of health and safety issues
Desirable
- oBasic level of anatomy and physiology.
- oAn understanding of supervision.
Other
Essential
- A flexible approach and good problem solving and the ability to work with change
- Physically fit to meet demands of the post
- Able to work harmoniously with a diverse workforce and to deliver a quality service to people with different backgrounds, by including and embracing their varied needs
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Literacy and numeracy - pass in GSCE English and Maths
Desirable
- Formal qualifications in health or social care- e.g. Level 3 NVQ or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS/caring environment
- Experience of team working
- Experience of ordering supplies
Desirable
- Experience of using Oracle system
- Experience of supervising/teaching individuals or groups
Skills
Essential
- oEffective written and verbal communication skills
- oAble to show initiative and prioritisation when working independently/ unsupervised
- oAble to perform practical tasks effectively
- oAble to learn and apply new skills.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- oAn understanding of the skills required for effective team working
- oAn understanding of the impact of disability and issues related to promote independence
- oInformation governance and confidentiality related to health care
- oAn awareness of health and safety issues
Desirable
- oBasic level of anatomy and physiology.
- oAn understanding of supervision.
Other
Essential
- A flexible approach and good problem solving and the ability to work with change
- Physically fit to meet demands of the post
- Able to work harmoniously with a diverse workforce and to deliver a quality service to people with different backgrounds, by including and embracing their varied needs
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
