The applicant must have a previous experience in the role of Physiotherapy Assistant / Physiotherapy Technical Instructor within acute NHS cancer/oncology/neuro care. Would be ideal for someone who does not have HCPC registration.
Candidates require excellent written and spoken English as well as excellent team working skills, adaptability and flexibility.
There is a requirement for flexible working as the service operates over 7 days and bank holidays on a rostered system.
The post may close early dependent on the number of applications received.
Applicants will be approached, if shortlisted, via e mail to arrange interviews.
Provide routine Physiotherapy assessment and treatment sessions independently, as directed by team lead. Assist physiotherapy team to deliver a high quality and effective service within the acute hospital, community locations and patient’s homes.
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
- Assist qualified Physiotherapy staff in delivering a high quality and effective Physiotherapy service to patients.
- Treat patients according to department standards/protocols both individually and in group settings.
- Complete basic patient assessments independently, as directed by qualified Physiotherapists.
- Carry out and progress rehab plans as set by qualified Physiotherapists.
- Report back to Physiotherapists on progress of patients.
- Ensure the department/physio areas on ward are kept clean and tidy
- Stock take and inventory of physiotherapy equipment with Physiotherapy Assistants.
- Be willing to rotate to other clinical areas, including off site locations and/or patient homes.
- Be an active part of the 7 day working rota as required.
- Ensure ward books and stats are up to date.
- Be flexible to assist in other teams during times of staff shortage, including teams in community locations.
- Attend all relevant training as directed by team lead.
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