Job summary
An exciting secondment opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and suitably experienced Band 4 Physiotherapy Assistant to join the Musculoskeletal Outpatient Physiotherapy Service within Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about providing a first class service to people with a variety of Musculoskeletal disorders.
Our Musculoskeletal Service is a busy and forward thinking provider of Community Outpatient Physiotherapy across 17 clinic sites in Birmingham serving a diverse population. We receive referrals for acute and chronic conditions from GPs and self referral and have Physiotherapy, Orthopaedic Triage and Pain Management Teams within our Service.
Main duties of the job
The Assistant role provides support to qualified staff in an outpatient setting, in addition to other health care related tasks and administration duties. The role works clinically under the supervision of Physiotherapists for all aspects of patient care and treatment. You will be expected to work in class settings, work with clients on a one to one basis including assessing for and providing walking aids and exercise provision, support the clinicians in clinic and be a fully flexible member of the MSK Assistant pool. The post holder would have supervisory responsibilities for the Band 3 Assistants and be involved in stock ordering and control.
Operating hours are between 7am to 7pm across the city and travel between clinics would be required. There may be the opportunity for flexible working.
About us
As part of our team, you will have access and exposure to a wealth of knowledge and clinical expertise. Our Physiotherapy Assistants receive clinical supervision from qualified Physiotherapists and you will be invited to attend the MSK Assistant In Service Training programme as well as service run Clinical Interest Groups.
If you are passionate about making a real difference to peoples lives as part of a friendly, supportive team - apply today!
Previous experience of working in a Community Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy environment would be an advantage.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To plan and prioritise own patient caseload in agreement with a Physiotherapy Supervisor. This will involve the implementation, assessment and progression of treatment programmes as specified by a Physiotherapist.
To provide an unsupervised assessment for the provision of mobility aids for patients. This will be delivered primarily in Health Centres and other public settings.
To assist Clinicians in the performance of their duties in organising and running clinics and completing therapeutic interventions.
To undertake related clerical and administrative tasks required in order to provide an efficient and effective high quality service.
- To be responsible for stock ordering for the MSK Service.
To be responsible for the supervision and development of Band 3 MSK assistants.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To plan and prioritise own patient caseload in agreement with a Physiotherapy Supervisor. This will involve the implementation, assessment and progression of treatment programmes as specified by a Physiotherapist.
To provide an unsupervised assessment for the provision of mobility aids for patients. This will be delivered primarily in Health Centres and other public settings.
To assist Clinicians in the performance of their duties in organising and running clinics and completing therapeutic interventions.
To undertake related clerical and administrative tasks required in order to provide an efficient and effective high quality service.
- To be responsible for stock ordering for the MSK Service.
To be responsible for the supervision and development of Band 3 MSK assistants.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC/NVQ Level III in Promoting Independence or equivalent and / or experience in multidisciplinary rehabilitation
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates experience of working as an assistant in an adult community setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Experience of working in a team
- Knowledge of a variety of treatment approaches and a range of MSK conditions
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Committed to further learning and development
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to cover service needs.
- Driving license and access to a car for work purposes.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC/NVQ Level III in Promoting Independence or equivalent and / or experience in multidisciplinary rehabilitation
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates experience of working as an assistant in an adult community setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Experience of working in a team
- Knowledge of a variety of treatment approaches and a range of MSK conditions
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Committed to further learning and development
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to cover service needs.
- Driving license and access to a car for work purposes.
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).
