About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time, Band 3 Physiotherapist Support Worker to join the Integrated Rehabilitation Therapy team within the South Kerrier area. The post is split between an inpatient role at Helston Community Hospital and South Kerrier Community Rehabilitation Team, who work in the South Kerrier locality to provide rehabilitation to people in their own homes which also includes care homes.
Within this supportive learning environment we will help you to develop as a Physiotherapy support worker with competencies and working jointly with our experienced Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Therapy support workers.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, flexible, and wishes to develop their physiotherapy rehabilitation skills within inpatient and community settings.
Under the guidance of the Therapy team you will be responsible for the continuation of patients rehabilitation plans within the ward setting and within individuals homes and community settings. You will need to have excellent organisational skills combined with experience of working in older person's services.We are a supportive team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and support workers who work closely within a strong MDT. We offer a friendly environment where you can grow your clinical and interpersonal skills. CPD is encouraged and supported through regular supervision, appraisal and training.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties:
To contribute to the assessment and treatment of patients seen by the South Kerrier Integrated Rehabilitation Team within a hospital and community setting. To practice as a lone worker at times. To carry out skilled interventions as delegated by senior Physiotherapists This will be in Helston Community Hospital or in the community, including the patient's own home. This is may not be directly supervised by the therapist (e.g. practising mobility / gaining confidence / practising activities of daily living). To monitor the patient's response to therapy intervention and report back on the outcome. To encourage patients and carers in an active approach to regaining and maintaining personal independence.
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.
Job description Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Education/Experience Essential
Examinations taken in English Language, or IELTS qualification Valid UK drivers license and use of own car if needed NVQ level 3 in therapy/care or equivalent Experience of working with the elderly or injured/disabled people
Desirable
Experience of working within a rehabilitation setting /experience of rehabilitation
communication Essential
Good communication skills Able to work as a team member Good computer skills
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 Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Helston Community Hospital
Meneage Road
Helston
TR138DR
Employer's website https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)