Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Community Therapy Team based at Llandrindod Wells Hospital, Mid Powys.
We are looking for a part time Band 4 Assistant Therapy Practitioner to join our established, friendly and experienced team.The role will require a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual who has the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
The successful candidate will be able to show initiative, have good communication and organisational skills, being able to prioritise a caseload in a busy community setting.If you have had experience in a Therapy Assistant role, and are looking to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job The post holder will work as a member of the Therapies Team under thedirection and supervision of the Occupational Therapy and/or Physiotherapy Team Leader to ensure that an efficient and effective rehabilitation service is delivered to Powys residents.The post holder will assess, implement, treat and progress patients inaccordance with agreed protocols and treatment regime under the supervision of the qualified therapist.
This will include working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency arena, alongside other members of the therapy and community teams.
Prevent hospital admission by working to the therapy goals identified by the patient and qualified therapist.The post holder will acknowledge their limitations and actively seek advice as necessary to deliver a client centred rehabilitation programme.
Supervision and support of junior staff will be part of the role.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways.
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Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 4 NVQ / A-levels / BTEC in a health care associated certificate/ Diploma in Occupational Therapy Support / Physiotherapy Rehabilitation or Level 3 NVQ / A-Levels / BTEC in a health care associated certificate / Diploma in Occupational Therapy Support / Physiotherapy Rehabilitation/ For internal candidates evidence of Agored Cymru Good understanding of theoretical concepts of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Numeracy and literacy skills Desirable Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services Experience Essential Interpersonal and communication skills Experience in providing care and undertaking clinical observations Desirable Evidence of working across statutory and voluntary organisations Aptitude and Abilities Essential Evidence of working as part of a team Ability to work independently and to seek appropriate advice Ability to make decisions Ability to work under pressure Good communication skills both written and verbal Ability to utilise a full range of Microsoft packages or similar Desirable Ability to diffuse difficult/threatening situations Values Essential Ability to manage stressful situations Ability to demonstrate compassion within the role Be able to demonstrate patient-focussed care Can demonstrate self-motivation, pro-activity and resourcefulness Demonstrates confidence and assertiveness Ability to engage with members of the public Able to work in a multi-agency arena Other Essential Able to work hours flexibly Can demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues Ability to travel Desirable Ability to speak or learn Welsh