Job summary Flexible working hours/ part time or full time / free staff parking / no compulsory weekend working / Supported in house and external training opportunities Berkshire Healthcare are seeking an organized and motivated candidate for Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant role in the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Outpatient team.
This a part time post based at Upton Hospital in Slough (there may be some flexibility to increase this to full time and can be discussed at interview).
Ideally, we are looking for someone with experience in this role or in healthcare but this is not essential.
This job would be particularly well suited to applicants with a background in sports and exercise, with experience of delivering exercise and manual therapy.
We will provide in-house training to develop the necessary competencies and mentoring to upskill the successful candidate.
Our Therapy Assistants are highly valued members of our clinical team who help us to deliver excellent care and rehabilitation to an extremely varied cohort of patients.
You will be closely supported by the team which, depending on location, is compromised of Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Assistants and Administrators.
Main duties of the job We are looking to recruit someone who can contribute to the positive culture of our team, engage with staff and patients respectfully, and conduct their work in a professional manner.
The role will encompass: Assisting the physiotherapists in the delivery of individual and group exercise programmes.
This may involve delivering exercise sessions, hands on therapies such as massage, and patient education.
Training is provided in any of the modalities used.
All patients are initially assessed by the physiotherapist.
Ensuring stock and equipment levels are maintained and re-ordered on a regular basis and that equipment is well maintained and clean in line with infection control guidelines.
Carrying own caseload of patients with simple predictable conditions, as delegated by the therapist.
Assisting in the administrative duties of the physiotherapy service when required, including reception duties, data inputting, photocopying, assisting with audits and completing patient records.
About us Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust.
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us.
Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites Job description Job responsibilities The3/4 must haves for you to be considered for this role: The ability to work as part of a team, patience, and empathy Good computer skills across Microsoft and database software Ability to organise and prioritise Excellent communication skills For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
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If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Educated to GCSE level, passes in Maths and English/equivalent qualifications or relevant experience Desirable Basic Knowledge of Human Anatomy NVQ 2 or equivalent The ability to communicate in Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi or Polish Previous Experience Desirable Experience in caring environment Experience of working with the public Experience in administrative duties Competent IT skills Experience of working as a member of a team.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Good written and spoken English Desirable Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the role of the physiotherapist Understand the importance of confidentiality, dignity and privacy Able to work effectively under supervision as part of a team Approachable and helpful Empathetic Flexible / adaptable Good organisational skills Ability and willingness to learn Good time management Additional Requirements Essential Ability to travel between sites