Acute Ward Therapy Assistant Practitioner (Band 4)

Children's Hospice South West; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Crewe is seeking a motivated Therapy Assistant Practitioner (Band 4) to support qualified Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists on acute wards at Leighton Hospital. The role involves contributing to assessments, implementing treatment plans, and helping deliver a seven-day service.

The post requires prior NHS ward experience and 12 months as a Band 3 therapy assistant, with potential for progressive development.

Qualifications

• Acute ward experience is essential.
• 12 months NHS experience is required for consideration.
• At least 12 months as a Band 3 therapy assistant is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in management and treatment of patients under guidance of a qualified clinician.
• Follow departmental protocols and guidelines with advice from a clinician.
• Independently carry out specified assessments and programmes as planned with a clinician.
• Monitor and report patient progress during interventions.
• Hold a caseload as delegated by a clinician and report at agreed times.

Skills

Acute ward experience

NHS experience

Band 3 therapy assistant experience

Job description

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Crewe is seeking a motivated Therapy Assistant Practitioner (Band 4) to support qualified Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists on acute wards at Leighton Hospital. The role involves contributing to assessments, implementing treatment plans, and helping deliver a seven-day service.

The post requires prior NHS ward experience and 12 months as a Band 3 therapy assistant, with potential for progressive development.