MSK Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner – MSK & Hydrotherapy

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen to join our MSK Outpatient Physiotherapy team. We are looking foran enthusiastic, dynamic and innovative individual to support both clinical and administrative duties, as a Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner. The role will work under the direction of Therapists to maintain an effective, day-to-day service within MSK Physiotherapy, including contributing to the general running of the Hydrotherapy Service.

The role will be based in the Physiotherapy Department at the University Hospital of Wales.

The post holder will have opportunities to further develop their skills, working as part of our supportive clinical and administration team.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will work alongside Therapists, other Practitioners / Support Workers, and our Administration team. The role will include direct clinical care, in both one-to-one and group settings, working under the direction of qualified Physiotherapists. This will include working in Hydrotherapy, contributing to its general day to day running, and Locality MSK services. In addition, working with our Administration Lead, this role will have responsibility for administration duties within the Outpatient Physiotherapy Department. This will include the use of electronic systems and packages such as ESR and Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Teams).

The post holder will be supported by Clinical and Administration Leads. There will be a clear competency-based training and the opportunity for further programmes of study to support ongoing Continuous Professional Development and career development.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.