Inpatient Respiratory Therapy Assistant | Team Support

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Basildon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust in Basildon is seeking a Senior Therapy Assistant (Band 3) to join the inpatient physiotherapy team. You will support therapists, assist with patient equipment, and contribute to care on medical wards.

No professional qualifications are required; training is provided. The role emphasizes good communication, resilience, and clerical duties to help the department run smoothly.

Qualifications

• No professional qualifications required; on-the-job training provided.
• Good written and interpersonal communication essential.
• Ability to work in inpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Support inpatient physiotherapy team and assist in patient equipment management.
• Assist in assessment, education and treatment of patients.
• Perform general departmental duties including cleaning, data collection and ordering equipment.
• Record keeping in medical notes (paper and/or electronic).
• Clerical and administrative tasks to maintain smooth running of the department.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Computer skills

Job description

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust in Basildon is seeking a Senior Therapy Assistant (Band 3) to join the inpatient physiotherapy team. You will support therapists, assist with patient equipment, and contribute to care on medical wards.

No professional qualifications are required; training is provided. The role emphasizes good communication, resilience, and clerical duties to help the department run smoothly.