Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

Physiotherapy Technician

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Job summary

Job Description Physiotherapy Technician | Duchy Hospital | Full Time 37.5 Hours The Physiotherapy Department are looking to recruit a full time Physiotherapy Technician. We operate a 7 day Physiotherapy Service, so weekend work will be incorporated. Our specialties include: Elective orthopaedics - inpatient and daycase Musculoskeletal Outpatients Hand Therapy

Main duties of the job

This clinical role will also include administration duties. You will be required to assist the qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapist with delegated duties and independent clinical work as per competencies. Other duties will include cleaning and re-ordering of equipment, assisting with audits, stock taking, typing, producing patient information and general department admin. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who will be keen to progress within the department. Training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

About us

Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global hospital group operating over 100 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia, the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France. Ramsay Health Care is well-respected in the health care industry for operating quality private hospitals and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care. These features help to attract leading health care practitioners to work in our facilities. Ramsay Health Care UK is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, with a network of 33 acute hospitals. These provide a wide and comprehensive range of specialised and efficient clinical specialties from orthopaedics and general surgery, to cardiac surgery and Eye Surgery. Recognised by all major medical insurers, Ramsay offers fast, convenient, effective and high quality treatment for all patients, whether medically insured, self-pay, or from the increasing number referred by the NHS. Ramsay Health Care has launched a unique service for private patients, Premium Care. This is available to all patients using private medical insurance or funding their own treatment and aims to set the standard for private healthcare. It offers the highest standards of clinical care combined with superior hotel services and the flexibility of a personal service tailored to your needs.

Details

Date posted

27 June 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£21,000 to £25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR5658

Job locations

TR1 3UP

Truro

TR1 3UP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Physiotherapy Technician | Duchy Hospital | Full Time 37.5 Hours The Physiotherapy Department are looking to recruit a full time Physiotherapy Technician. We operate a 7 day Physiotherapy Service, so weekend work will be incorporated. This clinical role will also include administration duties. You will be required to assist the qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapist with delegated duties and independent clinical work as per competencies. Other duties will include cleaning and re-ordering of equipment, assisting with audits, stock taking, typing, producing patient information and general department admin. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who will be keen to progress within the department. Training and support will be provided for the right candidate. Our specialties include:

  • Elective orthopaedics - inpatient and daycase
  • Musculoskeletal Outpatients
  • Hand Therapy
    • Essential criteria include:
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Good computer skills
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
  • NVQ Level 3 equivalent or higher qualification in a health or rehabilitation subject (or willing to work towards this)
  • There is a requirement for a flexible approach to rostering and the ability to work a full range of shifts including weekends and bank holidays.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
  • Demonstrated Customer Service skills
    • Desirable criteria include:
  • Previous experience as a Therapy Assistant / Technician in Orthopaedics
    • In return we offer:
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Access to the Ramsay Academy - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career
  • 25 days' annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
  • Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
  • Free uniform
  • Access to our employee Discount Programme
  • Wellbeing centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line for free advice
  • Free DBS checking
  • Long service, Employee recognition and appreciation awards
  • Hospital bonus / employee incentive scheme
    • For more information or an informal chat please speak to Elaine Parker (Physiotherapy Manager) on 01872 226105. About Us Duchy, a private hospital also treating some NHS patients, has an excellent reputation for delivering high quality healthcare treatments and services. The hospital opened in 1981 and has 30 inpatient spaces arranged as 24 single bedrooms all with en-suite facilities to ensure complete privacy. In addition there is 1 4-bedded room and 1 2-bedded room. There is also a 12 space Ambulatory Care Unit for day patients. Other facilities include Cardiac Cath. Lab, 3 laminar flow operating theatres, JAG accredited endoscopy/day surgery unit, Outpatient Department and Pre-admission assessment clinic, Physiotherapy and Clinical Imaging service. The hospital offers a wide range of surgical procedures including orthopaedics, general, vascular, weight loss surgery, gynaecology, urology, ENT and Ophthalmology. At Ramsay, we love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis of our success. The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. All offers of employment in respect of this appointment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Disclosure Certificate from the Criminal Records Bureau.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Physiotherapy Technician | Duchy Hospital | Full Time 37.5 Hours The Physiotherapy Department are looking to recruit a full time Physiotherapy Technician. We operate a 7 day Physiotherapy Service, so weekend work will be incorporated. This clinical role will also include administration duties. You will be required to assist the qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapist with delegated duties and independent clinical work as per competencies. Other duties will include cleaning and re-ordering of equipment, assisting with audits, stock taking, typing, producing patient information and general department admin. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who will be keen to progress within the department. Training and support will be provided for the right candidate. Our specialties include:

  • Elective orthopaedics - inpatient and daycase
  • Musculoskeletal Outpatients
  • Hand Therapy
    • Essential criteria include:
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Good computer skills
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
  • NVQ Level 3 equivalent or higher qualification in a health or rehabilitation subject (or willing to work towards this)
  • There is a requirement for a flexible approach to rostering and the ability to work a full range of shifts including weekends and bank holidays.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
  • Demonstrated Customer Service skills
    • Desirable criteria include:
  • Previous experience as a Therapy Assistant / Technician in Orthopaedics
    • In return we offer:
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Access to the Ramsay Academy - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career
  • 25 days' annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
  • Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
  • Free uniform
  • Access to our employee Discount Programme
  • Wellbeing centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line for free advice
  • Free DBS checking
  • Long service, Employee recognition and appreciation awards
  • Hospital bonus / employee incentive scheme
    • For more information or an informal chat please speak to Elaine Parker (Physiotherapy Manager) on 01872 226105. About Us Duchy, a private hospital also treating some NHS patients, has an excellent reputation for delivering high quality healthcare treatments and services. The hospital opened in 1981 and has 30 inpatient spaces arranged as 24 single bedrooms all with en-suite facilities to ensure complete privacy. In addition there is 1 4-bedded room and 1 2-bedded room. There is also a 12 space Ambulatory Care Unit for day patients. Other facilities include Cardiac Cath. Lab, 3 laminar flow operating theatres, JAG accredited endoscopy/day surgery unit, Outpatient Department and Pre-admission assessment clinic, Physiotherapy and Clinical Imaging service. The hospital offers a wide range of surgical procedures including orthopaedics, general, vascular, weight loss surgery, gynaecology, urology, ENT and Ophthalmology. At Ramsay, we love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis of our success. The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. All offers of employment in respect of this appointment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Disclosure Certificate from the Criminal Records Bureau.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • NVQ Level 3 equivalent or higher qualification in a health or rehabilitation subject (or willing to work towards this)

    Desirable

    • NVQ Level 3 equivalent or higher qualification in a health or rehabilitation subject (or willing to work towards this)

    Experience

    Desirable

    • Previous experience as a Therapy Assistant / Technician in Orthopaedics
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • NVQ Level 3 equivalent or higher qualification in a health or rehabilitation subject (or willing to work towards this)

    Desirable

    • NVQ Level 3 equivalent or higher qualification in a health or rehabilitation subject (or willing to work towards this)

    Experience

    Desirable

    • Previous experience as a Therapy Assistant / Technician in Orthopaedics

    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

    Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

    Address

    TR1 3UP

    Truro

    TR1 3UP


    Employer's website

    https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

    Address

    TR1 3UP

    Truro

    TR1 3UP


    Employer's website

    https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Recruiter

    Maddi Ward

    maddi.ward@ramsayhealth.co.uk

    Details

    Date posted

    27 June 2023

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £21,000 to £25,000 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR5658

    Job locations

    TR1 3UP

    Truro

    TR1 3UP


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