Physiotherapy Assistant - Inpatient Acute Medicine

Job summary

Band 2 (with progression supported to band 3 on completion of internal competencies)

We have an exciting opportunity for a suitable candidate to join our inpatient acute medical team. The role is mainly working with and rehabilitating patients who have been admitted for an acute deterioration in their function due to an acute or exacerbation of a chronic medical condition; this also includes falls. The rehabilitation required is provided in the hospital setting and requires planning to support patients to be discharged home or receive ongoing rehabilitating in the community setting.

The role is part of a rotation across 3 specialties within acute medicine: Respiratory wards, Frailty wards and General Medical wards. The rotations occur approximately 4 monthly as staffing/service allows. The teams work in an integrated way with Occupational Therapy and team objectives are shared.

All relevant training will be provided to understand how to assess a patient, how to prescribe exercises, how to issue equipment and how to document notes.

There will be opportunity for inpatient orthopaedic weekend work on a voluntary basis. However, the job description now includes a 7 day working note as the service may be consulted on to cover weekends as part of its remit.

Main duties of the job

We can offer you:

An excellent working environment in a newly built hospital

A supportive management structure

A positive and well-established appraisal and development system

Encouragement to develop clinical skills

Clinical leadership is through the established structure of Senior and Superintendent Physiotherapists.

Candidates

Essential experience required:

You will have good written and spoken English and experience working with the general public.

You also should have some experience working with individuals with a disability. Previous experience working in the NHS would be helpful.

You will be able to demonstrate good communication skills and be able to prioritise your work.

Computer skills are essential - training in local systems will be provided.

Informal visits will be available to shortlisted candidates only.

Candidates must have a friendly and flexible approach

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

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