Job summary
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated and passionate Physiotherapy Technical Instructor to join our highly regarded stroke therapy team. This dynamic team is looking for someone who is confident to deliver high quality therapeutic assessments and interventions within the therapy team which includes: Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech and Language Therapists.
The successful candidates will join this well-established service to support, deliver and develop this service for the local Health Community. University Hospitals Plymouth is committed to providing both quality care to the local population and supporting our staff. You will be given opportunities to develop your clinical skills and knowledge through staff supervision, mentoring and in-service training.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
This post provides support for registered physiotherapists in a range of clinical and non-clinical tasks as part of the physiotherapy service on the Stroke Rehabilitation Unit.
The team provides rehabilitation Monday - Saturday and so the postholder will be expected to work Saturdays approximately once a month.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See the attached job description for the role, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See the attached job description for the role, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- To have demonstrable experience as a Therapy Assistant.
- To have demonstrable experience of assisting in therapy assessment & interventions.
- To have the ability to communicate with patients, including those with hearing difficulties, cognitive impairment and aggressive / challenging behaviour.
- To have demonstrable experience in liaising with other staff within the MDT on the patients progress / issues.
Desirable
- To have worked in a therapy Department, within an Acute and community Hospital.
- Demonstrable experience of working with stroke or neurology patients.
- To have demonstrable experience in carrying out home visits without supervision.
- To have proven knowledge of rehabilitation treatments and activities.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs Grade A-C/4-9 in Maths and English or Functional Skills level 2 in Maths and English Plus NVQ level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent in therapy/exercise rehabilitation
- or equivalent proven knowledge acquired through demonstrable experience to diploma equivalent level.
- Up to date proven evidence of CPD and proactive attitude.
Desirable
- Completion of STARS competencies.
- Completion of stroke physio assistant competencies.
- Attendance on training and courses relevant to the post.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- To have demonstrable experience as a Therapy Assistant.
- To have demonstrable experience of assisting in therapy assessment & interventions.
- To have the ability to communicate with patients, including those with hearing difficulties, cognitive impairment and aggressive / challenging behaviour.
- To have demonstrable experience in liaising with other staff within the MDT on the patients progress / issues.
Desirable
- To have worked in a therapy Department, within an Acute and community Hospital.
- Demonstrable experience of working with stroke or neurology patients.
- To have demonstrable experience in carrying out home visits without supervision.
- To have proven knowledge of rehabilitation treatments and activities.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs Grade A-C/4-9 in Maths and English or Functional Skills level 2 in Maths and English Plus NVQ level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent in therapy/exercise rehabilitation
- or equivalent proven knowledge acquired through demonstrable experience to diploma equivalent level.
- Up to date proven evidence of CPD and proactive attitude.
Desirable
- Completion of STARS competencies.
- Completion of stroke physio assistant competencies.
- Attendance on training and courses relevant to the post.
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).
