Band 6 Physiotherapist – Wheelchair Service- Orpington

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Band 6 Physiotherapist for their Wheelchair Service in Orpington. The role, lasting 5 months, demands face-to-face assessments for various settings. Ideal candidates will have HCPC registration and experience working with wheelchair services, ensuring high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a wheelchair service.
• Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing therapy programs as directed by therapists.
• Conduct therapeutic activities and exercises with patients.
• Monitor and record patient progress, ensure safety and comfort.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

Job Title:Band 6 Physiotherapist – Wheelchair Service
Location: Orpington
Duration: 5 months
Hours: Part-time, approximately 3 days per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Start Date:ASAP

Salary: £33.52 per hour, with a mileage rate of 45p per mile for patient visits

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our Wheelchair Service team. This role involves face-to-face working only, providing essential wheelchair assessment and prescription services, as well as posture and special seating assessments for both adults and children. The successful candidate will work in various settings, including clinics, patients’ homes, and schools.

This position is available now and the pay rate for this role will be up to £33.52 per hour.

Main responsibilities of this Physiotherapy vacancy:

• Assist in the implementation of therapy programs as directed by qualified therapists.
• Support patients in their rehabilitation and recovery processes.
• Conduct therapeutic activities and exercises with patients.
• Monitor and record patient progress, reporting any changes to the supervising therapist.
• Prepare and maintain therapy equipment and treatment areas.
• Provide emotional and motivational support to patients.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort at all times.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to patient care plans.

Essential requirements of this Physiotherapy vacancy:

• HCPC registration.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Full driving licence and access to a car for work purposes
• Experience working in a wheelchair service

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a wheelchair service.
• Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

If you are interested in this Band 6 Physiotherapist role, please apply by clicking the apply button. Or if you would like more details about this role, contact the Physiotherapyteam today, we always have time to take your call.

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Reasonable adjustments
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