Geriatric Physiotherapy Assistant – Rehab & Independence

Northumbria Healthcare Nhs Foundation Trust; North East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Physiotherapy Assistant will join the Care of the Elderly Physiotherapy Team at North Tyneside General Hospital to support older adults in regaining independence during their hospital stay. You will work with Physiotherapists and the multidisciplinary team across wards to deliver rehabilitation and promote safe, timely discharge.

Able to encourage mobility and engagement in rehabilitation, you will play a key role in ensuring high-quality care and patient wellbeing within a large NHS trust.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience of relevant speciality.

Responsibilities

• Assist physiotherapists in treatment plans per defined protocols.
• Support implementation of treatment programmes for patients.
• Help improve patients’ quality of life, promoting independence.
• Facilitate appointments, transport, and ordering of equipment.
• Maintain hygiene and maintenance of department and equipment.

Skills

Previous experience in relevant role

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

The Physiotherapy Assistant will join the Care of the Elderly Physiotherapy Team at North Tyneside General Hospital to support older adults in regaining independence during their hospital stay. You will work with Physiotherapists and the multidisciplinary team across wards to deliver rehabilitation and promote safe, timely discharge.

Able to encourage mobility and engagement in rehabilitation, you will play a key role in ensuring high-quality care and patient wellbeing within a large NHS trust.