Physiotherapy Assistant

Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant position.As a Physiotherapy Assistant, you would be working in a role based in our Inpatients Service, which covers the specialities of Department of Medicine for the Elderly, Medicine, Orthopaedics, Surgery, Stroke and Neurosciences.
Within any of these areas, you would be working with an experienced team treating a range of patients with diverse presentations.
The role will require you to support the prevention of deconditioning of patients whilst they are in hospital and promote a re-ablement approach to patients' physical function whilst under the care of Physiotherapy.The department and the team are friendly and dedicated towards the delivery of an excellent service for all our users as well as committed to service improvements.
You will receive excellent training to develop new skills in order to be able to manage a delegated caseload of patients for functional progression and support the Physiotherapists with more complex patients.
Main duties of the job To assist in physiotherapy and other Ward / department related duties as directed by, and under the supervision of a State Registered Physiotherapist.
Providing a high standard of assistance to Physiotherapy staff in Inpatient Services in Medical, Surgical, Stroke and Neurosurgery specialties (depending on clinical area).This may include a rotational scheme that allows experience through the key areas of the role.To assist Physiotherapists in joint treatments, following advice and indication of the Physiotherapist to obtain a safe and appropriate treatment environment.To see patients referred by a Physiotherapist and carry own patient caseload.To treat patients according to agreed treatment programmes, monitoring patient progression and making minor alterations to patient treatment programmes as required.To frequently work unsupervised reporting back patient progress and informing Physiotherapists of any problems.To complete team based training in order to obtain a base level of theoretical knowledge and to complete base level competency utilising the Physiotherapy Assistant competency pack.
About us Our Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge.
With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners.
Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here.
CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave.
The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves.
We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve.
We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description Job responsibilities Apprenticeship opportunity Staff in these roles may apply for the 4-year Physiotherapy Apprenticeship which we run in collaboration with our partner University.
The programme is advertised internally only and recruited on an annual basis.
Commencing in a Band 3 role will provide you with an opportunity to apply for the scheme.
We welcome applications for our Band 3 roles which will be interviewed for by means of a practical interview.
Candidates need to be available on this day to attend a face-to-face assessment.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa.
Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: applied for a Graduate visa or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment Due to recent changes in Immigration and Sponsorship rules, only those with at least two years relevant NHS experience in this role will currently meet the required salary threshold for Sponsorship.
If you will require Sponsorship and you currently have a Visa under which you can work, but it is due to expire before you have been able to gain two years relevant NHS experience to meet the required salary threshold, the Trust will not be able to Sponsor you.
The advert will close at midnight on 24 November 2024.
Interviews are due to be held in the week commencing 2 December 2024.
Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days.
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries.
Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site.
Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals.
We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues.
Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces.
Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge.
Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances.
Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given.
In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent Experience Essential Experience in dealing with members of the public Working as a team member Working with indirect supervision Experience of personal care in a work or home setting Desirable Working with individuals with a disability / illness including assisting with personal care activities Working in health / caring setting Working with Physiotherapists and/or Occupational Therapists Working in project groups on service development Hands on experience of moving and handling patients Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the role of confidentiality within healthcare Understanding of customer service Self-directed learning Knowledge of the role of a Physiotherapist Knowledge of how illness / disability can affect someone both mentally and physically Desirable Knowledge of physical disability Knowledge of how to use adaptive equipment to help those with physical disability Knowledge of the Trust priorities Knowledge of clinical governance and risk management Evidence of participation in personal / professional development activities Skills Essential Literacy and numeracy skills Good organisational skills Excellent inter-personal skills Ability to use a range of communication methods Ability to work independently but also collaboratively within a team Ability to follow instructions / directions regarding tasks assigned Good observation skills Able to feedback effectively both verbally and in writing Skills in managing work pressures Effective time management Seek guidance appropriately Basic IT skills including the use of Microsoft office and email Able to demonstrate empathy, motivate and persuade patients with impaired cognitive abilities or physical senses Ability to work in a clinical setting with severely ill or infectious patients Desirable Dealing with inappropriate behaviour Able to adjust style of communication for those with communication difficulties, hearing loss Managing resources, equipment stock levels Service promotion Skilled in moving and handling patients Additional Requirements Essential The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
Desirable Willing to take on responsibility and coordination role