Band 3 Therapy Technical Instructor

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Luton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Luton is seeking a Band 3 Therapy Technical Instructor to support the rehabilitation of patients within a dynamic Acute & Emergency Medicine team. Candidates should have experience in an acute hospital setting, with opportunities for personal development through supervision and training. This role offers flexible working hours, providing essential support to patients while collaborating with Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working in an acute hospital setting.
• Commitment to personal development via CPD.
• Ability to take direction and work under supervision when required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake specific skilled support work for patient rehabilitation.
• Treat patients referred by qualified Therapists following protocols.
• Assist with administration and clerical duties.

Skills

Experience in acute hospital setting

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Overview

The established Acute & Emergency Medicine team at the Luton & Dunstable Hospital are looking to appoint a Band 3 Therapy Technical Instructor (TI). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Band 2 TI considering progression or a current Band 3 TI. We are a seven day, extended hour service with the possibility of flexible working. The successful candidate will join a supportive team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Technical instructors working across the fast paced environment of the acute units.

Rotations

• Emergency Department (ED), rated as good by the CQC and undergoing redevelopment to become a local trauma centre
• Emergency Assessment Units (EAU) and Medical Short Stay Units (MSS) offering fast paced, quick decision making environments ensuring patient safety
• A well-established Frailty unit with opportunities to run enhanced therapy including gardening, exercise groups etc.

Responsibilities

• To undertake specific skilled support work to aid the rehabilitation of patients as delegated by the Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist
• To accept patients referred by the Multi-disciplinary Team and relay all necessary information to the therapists to allow timely interventions
• To accept patients referred by a qualified Therapist, treat them according to set treatment protocols, monitor progression and make alterations within agreed parameters
• Work is not always directly supervised but is evaluated and monitored daily. Access to qualified staff is always available if required. Patient progress is reported back on a timely basis
• To assist in the administration and clerical duties of the team
• To develop and maintain competencies through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Qualifications and Development

You should have proven experience of working in an acute hospital setting. Promotion of personal development is offered via supervision, training and enhanced CPD opportunities.

About the Trust

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

We operate with values-based recruitment to promote equality and diversity and to create a culture that values differences.

Additional information

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when a sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering the first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Review all documents attached to familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.