Advanced Therapy Technician - acute wards

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust; Southampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Southampton seeks an Advanced Therapy Technician for its Therapy services department. The role involves assessing and treating patients on acute wards, ensuring timely discharges while working alongside allied health professionals. Candidates should have a Level 4 diploma in health or social care and relevant experience in acute settings. The institution offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an acute hospital is required.
• Knowledge and ability to respond to patient's needs are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients while preparing them for discharge.
• Work as part of a team delivering patient care across a 7-day service.

Skills

Patient assessment skills

Manual handling

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 4 diploma in health or social care

Job description

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Advanced Therapy Technician - acute wards

The closing date is 19 October 2025

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Therapy Technician to work as part of our large Therapy services department at University Hospital Southampton. Working on the acute wards, alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and other therapy support staff, the postholder will have their own caseload of patients and support proactive and timely discharges.

The work involves assessing and treating patients, preparing them for home, and includes manual handling, personal care of patients, and fitting of equipment.

You will work as part of a combined therapy services team delivering patient care across a 7-day service, including weekends and bank holidays, on a roster basis.

This post is part of the wider Therapy services department. You will have many opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge through our in-service training. You will be part of a large department of over 300 Therapy staff including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy support staff.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

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Job responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Therapy Technician to work as part of our large Therapy services department at University Hospital Southampton. Working on the acute wards, alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and other therapy support staff, the postholder will have their own caseload of patients and support proactive and timely discharges.

The work involves assessing and treating patients, preparing them for home, and includes manual handling, personal care of patients, and fitting of equipment.

You will work as part of a combined therapy services team delivering patient care across a 7-day service, including weekends and bank holidays, on a roster basis.

This post is part of the wider Therapy Services department. You will have many opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge through our in-service training. You will be part of a large department of over 300 Therapy staff, including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy support staff.

Person Specification

Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Level 4 diploma in a health or social care subject or equivalent level of experience
• Relevant experience working in a healthcare, education or customer facing setting
• Demonstrates the ability to acknowledge changes in the patient's physical/psychological needs and manage as appropriate
• Experience working in an acute hospital

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Depending on experience£27,485 - £30,162 per annum or per annum pro rata