Job summary
Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant - fixed termBase: Pilgrim Hospital, Boston.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed person to join the dedicated Pelvic Health Team at Pilgrim Hospital, Boston as a Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant to support the establishment of Perinatal Pelvic Health Services. This is initially a fixed term contract but may lead to a substantive post.
As the successful post holder, you will be integral in supporting the prevention, identification and timely treatment of a range of issues antenatally and for at least twelve months after birth. You will receive full training to enable you to fulfil your role effectively and work independently under indirect supervision.
We collaborate closely with our obstetric and midwifery colleagues to deliver outstanding care to our maternity population.
Main duties of the job
To work as an integral and active part of the Perinatal Pelvic Health Service (PPHS) and work collaboratively with the wider Pelvic Health Physiotherapy services within the United Lincolnshire Teaching hospitals.
The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Perinatal Pelvic Health team in a clinical role under supervision of the registered staff, supporting women and birthing people in inpatient, outpatient community settings with problems relating to pelvic floor dysfunction. This will include administration responsibilities relating to perinatal pelvic health
The post holder may also be required to work as part of a 7 day rota.
About us
Our Trust is situated in the beautiful county of Lincolnshire and is one of the biggest acute hospital trusts in England, serving a population of more than 700,000 people. We provide acute and specialist services to people in Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties. We have an annual income of £643 million (20/21) and we employ nearly 8,500 people.
Our Board have recently agreed a new vision statement - "Outstanding Care Personally Delivered" - stating their ambition for our Trust to be among the best.
We also have a five year Integrated Improvement Plan setting out how we will achieve our strategic objectives, for patients, services, people and partners, the last recognising that our future success depends on our ability to ensure the Lincolnshire healthcare system is successful in achieving its ambition to help people live healthier lives and provide care closer to where people live.
Our latest CQC report increased our ratings for being effective and well-led from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good'. Our rating for caring remained as 'Good'.
This is in recognition of the huge amount of work that our amazing staff have done to improve the quality of care for our patients in recent years.
We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
If you think you have the skills, experience and attributes for this role, are passionate about making a difference in perinatal care and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you! Join us in delivering exceptional care and support to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
If you think you have the skills, experience and attributes for this role, are passionate about making a difference in perinatal care and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you! Join us in delivering exceptional care and support to our patients.
Person Specification
Evidence of Particular: - Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and without direct supervision.
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Therapy
- Demonstrated professional behaviour
- Evidence of personal development in previous employment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Evidence of prioritisation skills and good organisational skills
- IT Skills - Digitally literate
- Proven ability to use initiative and recognise own limitations knowing when to seek further assistance.
- Demonstrated resilience and emotional intelligence
- Ability to demonstrate non-discriminatory and inclusive practice
- Caring and compassionate
- Awareness and Knowledge of the dignity in care agenda.
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: ?Patient Centred ?Safety ?Compassion ?Respect and ?Excellence
Desirable
- Supportive communication skills with people experiencing language impairment
Qualifications
Essential
- 2 A levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification in a subject relevant to the post (to work at Band 3)
- GCSE English and Maths - Grade 4-9 or equivalent
Desirable
- ECDL or equivalent
- Other related Healthcare qualifications
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to undertake further training and learn new skills to meet competencies of the role
- Demonstrated ability to complete appraisal objectives
- Ability to travel across county/sites
- Commitment to support the Trust Values
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience as a therapy assistant or health care support worker or equivalent in hospital or community.
- Experience of collecting/recording information on paper and computer systems.
- Experience of using good customer relations and effective communication skills including face to face, telephone and written.
Desirable
- Experience of working under pressure
- Experience of working as a therapy assistant practitioner
- Experience of leading and developing group work
Person Specification
Evidence of Particular: - Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and without direct supervision.
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Therapy
- Demonstrated professional behaviour
- Evidence of personal development in previous employment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Evidence of prioritisation skills and good organisational skills
- IT Skills - Digitally literate
- Proven ability to use initiative and recognise own limitations knowing when to seek further assistance.
- Demonstrated resilience and emotional intelligence
- Ability to demonstrate non-discriminatory and inclusive practice
- Caring and compassionate
- Awareness and Knowledge of the dignity in care agenda.
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: ?Patient Centred ?Safety ?Compassion ?Respect and ?Excellence
Desirable
- Supportive communication skills with people experiencing language impairment
Qualifications
Essential
- 2 A levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification in a subject relevant to the post (to work at Band 3)
- GCSE English and Maths - Grade 4-9 or equivalent
Desirable
- ECDL or equivalent
- Other related Healthcare qualifications
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to undertake further training and learn new skills to meet competencies of the role
- Demonstrated ability to complete appraisal objectives
- Ability to travel across county/sites
- Commitment to support the Trust Values
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience as a therapy assistant or health care support worker or equivalent in hospital or community.
- Experience of collecting/recording information on paper and computer systems.
- Experience of using good customer relations and effective communication skills including face to face, telephone and written.
Desirable
- Experience of working under pressure
- Experience of working as a therapy assistant practitioner
- Experience of leading and developing group work
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.
