Bank Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Technician/Student Therapist

Job description

Job responsibilities

Bank Physiotherapy Technician/Student Physiotherapist(2nd/3rd year)

We are seeking to recruit a suitably experienced Physiotherapy Technician/2nd or 3rd year student to join our pool of bank clinicians. Hours of work will be of a weekend, rota'd in advance though there will be the opportunity for additional hours in the week subject to applicant's availability. You will be supporting qualified therapists upon a busy Orthopaedic inpatient ward and will be required to deliver patient treatments, working independently; teaching and practising, transfers and exercises, progressing mobility with appropriate walking aids following guidance and support from a physiotherapist. The successful candidate should be motivated, organised with a positive can do attitude. They must show the ability to be flexible within their working day and show initiative with their caseload. Proven orthopaedic experience is essential for this role as is the ability to work as part of a team and independently.

Our Hospital

Fitzwilliam Hospital is one of Cambridgeshire's leading independent hospitals with a reputation for delivering high quality healthcare treatments and services since 1983. The hospital is situated in the quiet landscaped grounds of the Milton Estate in Peterborough and has 54 single bedrooms and 1 twin-bedded room, all with en suite facilities. The hospital provides services for both private and NHS patients.

What we give back to you

What is a Bank contract:

A Bank contract at Ramsay Health Care UK is a flexible employment agreement where you are not committed to a set number of hours per week. Instead, you work on an ad-hoc basis, filling in shifts that we have available in our hospitals. A Bank contract is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility, as it allows you to choose shifts that fit your availability, leaving you with a greater work-life balance. Bank contracts are also a fantastic way to secure additional income alongside other contracted work. Our Bank staff play a crucial role in maintaining service levels during peak times or staff shortages, ensuring that patient care remains uninterrupted.

About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS. We love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. "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. We are proud of our 'Speak Up for Safety' programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more 'Time to Care'. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. Fitzwilliam Hospital is committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• We are seeking to recruit a suitably experienced Physiotherapy Technician/2nd or 3rd year student to join our pool of bank clinicians.

Experience

Essential

• The successful candidate should be motivated, organised with a positive can do attitude. They must show the ability to be flexible within their working day and show initiative with their caseload.

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

Milton Way, Peterborough PE3 9AQ

Peterborough

PE3 9AQ

Employer's website

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