About this role
Job summary
Are you looking for a brilliant place to work and thrive? Come and join our dynamic and friendly Surgery team where we're passionate about delivering the best patient care, your contribution is truly valued, and your personal growth is a priority.
We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Therapy Assistant to support our Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists for 37.5 hours per week delivering high quality care across our medical area.
Your day to day might include:
Supporting patients with exercises, mobility and daily activities
Preparing equipment
Helping ensure smooth and safe discharges
Documenting care and communicating with the Therapy team, patients and their families/carers
It is expected that the post holder will contribute to seven-day services.
Are you ready to make a difference and help our patients regain their independence after surgery or illness? We'd love to hear from you!
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Main duties of the job
The Therapy Assistant role provides support and assistance to the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapist during multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment of patients within the clinical team. The role requires excellent communication skills to be able to liaise with patient, families and their carer, as well as the immediate clinical and the wider multidisciplinary team. The role works clinically under the supervision of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists and Assistant Therapy Practitioners for all aspects of patient care and treatment, equipment provision and documentation.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Physical Skills Essential
Basic IT skills
Qualifications & Education Essential
Sound educational background to GCSE level or equivalent (Grade C or above in 3 subjects) NVQ Level 3 in health based study
Knowledge and Training Essential
Knowledge of role of Occupational Therapy and physiotherapy Awareness of the value of team working
Experience Essential
Evidence of previous team work Previous Assistant/HCA in any care setting Understanding and interest in providing rehabilitation to patients
Desirable
Previous experience in NHS with patients
Communication & Relationship Skills Essential
Empathy, patience and persuasive skills Desire to work with people Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to communicate effectively with all members of MDT at all levels and build effective relationships
Analytical & Judgement Skills Desirable
Able to use own initiative appropriately
Planning & Organisational Skills Essential
Versatility/adaptable to meet needs of service
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address Russells Hall Hospital
Busheyfields Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)