Community Therapy Assistant Practitioner – Home Rehab & Independence

Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust; North Walsham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust is seeking a Community Therapy Assistant Practitioner for the NN2 team in North Walsham. The role supports patients in their homes and care homes, collaborating with physiotherapists, occupational therapists and other staff.

Applicants should have existing therapy experience and be able to travel across the catchment. Training is provided, with emphasis on reablement and independence for patients.

Qualifications

• Experience in community therapy or related therapy services.
• Exposure to Band 4 level responsibilities is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel across North Walsham catchment area.
• Ability to liaise with GPs, Social Services and other teams.
• Competent in basic IT and patient data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with straightforward needs and plan interventions.
• Prepare and monitor assessments and treatments in home settings.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists.
• Lead equipment reviews in patient homes and care homes.
• Document care plans and input activity data in SystmOne.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and coordinate care.

Skills

Therapy experience

Band 4 level

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

SystmOne inputting

Travel across area

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust is seeking a Community Therapy Assistant Practitioner for the NN2 team in North Walsham. The role supports patients in their homes and care homes, collaborating with physiotherapists, occupational therapists and other staff.

Applicants should have existing therapy experience and be able to travel across the catchment. Training is provided, with emphasis on reablement and independence for patients.