Therapy Support Worker – (NRU) Neurological Rehabilitation Unit

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is looking for a full-time Band 3-Therapy Support Worker to join the Neuro Rehabilitation Unit. The role involves supporting Occupational and Physiotherapy delivery, working with patients to improve their mobility and independence. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to motivate others. Training is provided for those with relevant experience. The position is full-time with specific working hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role preferred but training will be provided.
• Candidates must be able to support patients in achieving rehabilitation goals.

Responsibilities

• Support both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy delivery.
• Maintain patient records and support therapy service provision.
• Work with patients to build mobility and daily living tasks.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work with patients with communication difficulties

Motivational skills

Tools

Common office IT programmes

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent, full-time Band 3-Therapy Support Worker to join the team at the Neuro Rehabilitation Unit (NRU) situated at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. NRU is a regional resource providing specialist rehabilitation for neurologically impaired and major trauma patients. The post is generic and will involve supporting both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy delivery.

The ideal candidate would have experience of a similar role although training will be provided. The job is highly varied and involves working with patients to build mobility and daily living tasks which will facilitate independence and discharge from hospital. Candidates should have strong communication skills including the ability to work with patients who may have communication difficulties, their families and staff within the multi-disciplinary team. A passion to motivate and support people towards achieving rehabilitation goals is essential.

To maintain patient records and support therapy service provision the candidate must have competence in using common office IT programmes and equipment.

1x permanent post, hours of work are: 8.30-4.30 Mon- Thu and 8.30-4.00 Fri (37 hours)

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

Enquiries to Donna Bisland, NRU AHP Team Lead – 0141 201 2655 or [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

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