Therapy Support Worker, Band 3

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious, caring and motivated Therapy Support Worker to join our friendly and supportive Medicine therapy team at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The successful applicant will join our experienced integrated therapy team, working alongside Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Therapy Support workers and the wider multidisciplinary team. The Therapy Team play a fundamental role in person-centred care as well as safe and effective discharge planning.

We are looking for an individual who is motivated, enthusiastic and flexible in all areas of care and their approach to work. The ability to work well with all members of the multi- disciplinary team is essential. You will need to have excellent communication skills, have a positive attitude, compassionate, and be able to work as part of a team. Being able to motivate and encourage patients in an active way to regain and maintain their independence is important.

As a Therapy Department we pride ourselves on developing staff with a dedicated Research and Development team. We also have a well-established and dedicated Peer Support group in all disciplines.

Main duties of the job

Work as an integral member of the therapy team using the principles of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy in an integrated and client-centred way. The post holder will implement assessments and treatment plans to promote independence.

To implement and progress delegated treatment programmes using clinical reasoning skills to include the teaching of patients on functional exercise, the issuing and fitting of equipment and the practice of activities of daily living. It will also include assessing patients in the safe use of mobility aids, such as safety on the stairs and personal care.

Undertake specific unaccompanied work and organise own caseload comprising of patients with predictable and unpredictable conditions.

Use verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients/carers.

Prepare the clinical area and the patient, for delivery of safe and effective treatments in a clean environment e.g. securing drips, drains, wounds and catheters and maintain treatment and storage areas to ensure compliance with Health and Safety .

Monitor and maintain stock levels of equipment .

To undertake administrative and housekeeping tasks to support the Therapy team .

Make accurate and legible entries in the therapy and multidisciplinary patient records. To use computer systems related to patient care for purposes of recording information and ordering equipment.

To participate in the weekend working rota where applicable.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is crucial to ensuring fairness, celebrating differences and creating environments where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.

To deliver the highest standard of care at Gloucestershire Hospitals, we foster an environment that promotes inclusivity, ensuring that both our staff can thrive and our patients receive services tailored to their needs.