Physiotherapy Support Worker
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Cardiff
Salary:
£26,300
per year
Contract type: Full time
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, well motivated individual who is able to demonstrate an interest in patient rehabilitation, into this Physiotherapy Support Worker role. The main qualities we are looking for include being caring and kind - in addition to being well organised and using own initiative. This post is based in within the medicine physiotherapy team based at University Hospital of Wales.
As part of the physiotherapy team you will be delivering rehabilitation programmes to patients within an inpatient setting. This includes working with predominantly older adults, and will include some elements of personal care. Excellent communication skills are key and it is important that you are a team player with a positive outlook, enthusiasm and ability to learn and develop new skills. Previous experience in a caring role would be advantageous.
The post holder may be required to work a 7 day job plan to support the delivery of 7 day Physiotherapy services.
A full and comprehensive training programme will be available.
Principally to provide a service, under the direction of a registered practitioner, to the individuals within a defined area.
They will work with direction to assist the registered practitioner in clinical and administrative duties following specific competency-based training.
They will independently carry out routine treatment programmes to both individuals and groups which have been delegated by a registered practitioner.
They will progress within guidelines laid down by the registered practitioner. They will be responsible and accountable for these tasks.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
As part of the physiotherapy team you will be delivering rehabilitation programmes to patients within an inpatient setting. This includes working with predominantly older adults, and will include some elements of personal care. Excellent communication skills are key and it is important that you are a team player with a positive outlook, enthusiasm and ability to learn and develop new skills. Previous experience in a caring role would be advantageous.
The post holder may be required to work a 7 day job plan to support the delivery of 7 day Physiotherapy services.
A full and comprehensive training programme will be available.
Principally to provide a service, under the direction of a registered practitioner, to the individuals within a defined area.
They will work with direction to assist the registered practitioner in clinical and administrative duties following specific competency-based training.
They will independently carry out routine treatment programmes to both individuals and groups which have been delegated by a registered practitioner.
They will progress within guidelines laid down by the registered practitioner. They will be responsible and accountable for these tasks.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
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