Acute Ward Therapy Assistant Practitioner — Part-Time

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust

Crewe

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 31,000

Part time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Crewe is seeking a Band 4 Therapy Assistant Practitioner for Leighton Hospital, working 22.5 hours across the acute wards. You will support qualified occupational therapists and physiotherapists, contribute to assessments, and implement treatment plans under supervision.

The role requires prior NHS experience, at least 12 months as Band 3 therapy assistant and acute ward exposure.

Qualifications

Experience on an acute ward
Have at least 12 months as a Band 3 therapy assistant
Have at least 12 months NHS experience, preferably on acute wards
Band 4 experience is desirable

Responsibilities

To assist in the management and treatment of patients under the guidance of a qualified clinician.
To follow departmental protocols and guidelines referring to a qualified clinician who is available for advice.
To independently carry out specified assessments, interventions and programmes as planned and discussed with a qualified clinician.
To monitor and report progress of patients during the implementation of planned interventions and programmes.
To hold a caseload as delegated by a qualified clinician, reporting back at agreed timescales, highlighting any necessary actions.
To work with an individual or group in a variety of settings appropriate to the patients need.
To modify interventions and programmes within defined parameters and within practice scope.