University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Physiotherapy Technical Instructor - MSK Outpatients

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable Band 3 Physiotherapy Technical Instructor to join our team and provide excellent patient care in an environment where staff are supported to innovate and lead improvement.

You will be based at Worthing Hospital but working across all 3 sites including Southlands Hospital and Littlehampton Health Centre.

You will be well supported by the highly experienced team-lead Physiotherapists and non-registered staff with excellent opportunities to develop your won clinical and leadership skills, working within a strong peer group of other Physiotherapists, Physiotherapy Assistants, Technical Instructors and a strong and supportive multi-disciplinary team.

Previous experience at working within Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy at band 3 level is desirable, but not essential. We fully support training, both internal and external. The successful candidate will be part of a team consisting of Band 7, band 6 and band 5 support.

Main duties of the job

To assist the Outpatient Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Team deliver flexible, patient centred programmes of therapeutic activities, exercises and interventions for patients referred to the MSK Adult and Paediatric Physiotherapy service and the Hydrotherapy Pool.

To support the day to day management of the hydrotherapy pool. To support the administrative function and day to day running of the department.

To work as part of a Physiotherapy Team providing a high quality and comprehensive therapy service to patients.

To work with patients with varied conditions in the outpatient MSK service.

To work unsupervised as well as alongside the qualified physiotherapists.

To provide information and advice to patients, carers and other health and social care professions on areas within the grades scope of practice, e.g., advise patients on exercise treatment programmes based on procedures and set protocols.

About us

Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

Date posted

12 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-5445067-JUL23

Job locations

Worthing Hospital

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Involved in the Rehabilitation of patients using knowledge of exercise-based therapy
To be able to correctly apply various therapeutic aids as appropriate in discussion with the Physiotherapist, e.g., splints, braces, walking aids, resistance bands, floor pedals, and weights.
To support Physiotherapists by undertaking skilled Physiotherapy techniques e.g., exercise instruction, gait re-education and functional transfers with individuals.
Educate patients, on a range of topics covering Physiotherapy techniques, e.g., exercises, mobility activities including using walking aids and indoor and outdoor mobility and to lead education group sessions.
Working without direct supervision to treat patients individually or in conjunction with other members of the team.
To understand the relevance of the therapeutic potential of equipment within treatment planning.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Involved in the Rehabilitation of patients using knowledge of exercise-based therapy
To be able to correctly apply various therapeutic aids as appropriate in discussion with the Physiotherapist, e.g., splints, braces, walking aids, resistance bands, floor pedals, and weights.
To support Physiotherapists by undertaking skilled Physiotherapy techniques e.g., exercise instruction, gait re-education and functional transfers with individuals.
Educate patients, on a range of topics covering Physiotherapy techniques, e.g., exercises, mobility activities including using walking aids and indoor and outdoor mobility and to lead education group sessions.
Working without direct supervision to treat patients individually or in conjunction with other members of the team.
To understand the relevance of the therapeutic potential of equipment within treatment planning.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Level 3 Diploma in Allied Healthcare Support OR Health care related qualification at NVQ level 3 or above OR Equivalent experience as physiotherapy assistant or Occupational Therapy assistant

Desirable

Previous experience at Band 2 Physio assistant/tech role

Skills Non-Clinical

Essential

Understanding of the Job role / Physiotherapy profession
Experience of working in a team

Desirable

An understanding or involvement in service development /audit, and an understanding of quality issues

Skills Clinical

Essential

Previous clinical NHS/Healthcare environment experience
6 months or more of working as a physiotherapy / occupational therapy or Healthcare assistant delivering patient care

Desirable

Previous healthcare related courses

People Management and Development

Essential

Proactive in own learning and develop knowledge and skills

Desirable

Evidence of own development of knowledge and skills e.g. Portfolio / CPD (continuing professional development)

Specific Requirements

Essential

Available for weekend duties and altered working patterns where clinically appropriate

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Level 3 Diploma in Allied Healthcare Support OR Health care related qualification at NVQ level 3 or above OR Equivalent experience as physiotherapy assistant or Occupational Therapy assistant

Desirable

Previous experience at Band 2 Physio assistant/tech role

Skills Non-Clinical

Essential

Understanding of the Job role / Physiotherapy profession
Experience of working in a team

Desirable

An understanding or involvement in service development /audit, and an understanding of quality issues

Skills Clinical

Essential

Previous clinical NHS/Healthcare environment experience
6 months or more of working as a physiotherapy / occupational therapy or Healthcare assistant delivering patient care

Desirable

Previous healthcare related courses

People Management and Development

Essential

Proactive in own learning and develop knowledge and skills

Desirable

Evidence of own development of knowledge and skills e.g. Portfolio / CPD (continuing professional development)

Specific Requirements

Essential

Available for weekend duties and altered working patterns where clinically appropriate

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.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing Hospital

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing Hospital

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)