Band 4 Assistant Practitioner

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join a dynamic outpatient therapy team. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in patient care by assessing and treating individuals while working alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. You will develop exercise programs, manage your workload effectively, and contribute to a supportive and innovative environment. With a commitment to professional growth and exceptional patient care, this position is perfect for those ready to advance their healthcare career in a thriving organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in patient care and therapy assistance.
• Ability to work independently under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and discharge patients within scope of practice.
• Develop and provide exercise programmes for patients.
• Recognise patient deterioration and escalate concerns.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Mobility Support

Exercise Program Development

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Health Care Qualification

Job description

We are excited to offer a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner position working across University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (UHCW) and the City of Coventry Health Centre. This is your chance to be part of a thriving, supportive and innovative team dedicated to delivering exceptional care. This post is a great opportunity for you to develop your skills and make a genuine impact on patient care.

This role will give you the chance to work with primary care referrals as well as working with acute, secondary care referrals, whilst truly making a difference in people’s lives.

Our department is proud of its friendly, multidisciplinary team that values every member and supports career growth, learning, and professional development. You will be working alongside Consultant Physiotherapists, First Contact Practitioners, Rheumatology physiotherapists, Technical Instructors and our Clinical Physiotherapy team.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your healthcare career and want to be part of something brilliant — apply now. Come and experience the difference of working in a team that’s not just supportive, but genuinely inspiring.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Job Summary

This post is for a Band 4 Therapy Assistant Practitioner at UHCW NHS Trust. This role is within the outpatient therapy team based across both the UHCW main hospital site and the City of Coventry Health Centre.

Under the supervision of a Registered Therapist, the post holder will be expected to deliver a high-quality service by planning and prioritising their own workload, as well as contributing to the effective and efficient running of the therapy service. The post holder will work independently within their scope of practice, demonstrating effective time management skills. The post holder will provide clinical support for less experienced staff as delegated by the Clinical Specialist / Clinical Team Leader.

Main Duties

• To assess, treat and discharge patients within scope of practice, including mobility, equipment and functional assessments, progression of treatments, and leading on planned group work.
• To independently develop and provide exercise programmes for individual patients, with the guidance of a registered therapist where appropriate.
• To use knowledge and understanding of physical, mental, and behavioural health conditions to recognise deterioration in patients and respond by promptly escalating concerns to a registered practitioner.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Matthew O'Shea Job title: Clinical Service Manager - Outpatient Therapies Email address: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care