MSK Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant

NHS; Machynlleth, Welshpool; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking an MSK rehabilitation therapy assistant to join the North Powys MSK team. The post involves delivering MSK physiotherapy interventions as delegated by a qualified physiotherapist, based in Welshpool with travel to Machynlleth.

This fixed-term 24-month post supports patients to achieve independence and quality of life, working in a multidisciplinary team and contributing to service development.

Qualifications

• GCSE level education including Maths and English.
• NVQ Level III or equivalent.
• Understanding of manual handling principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver MSK physiotherapy interventions as delegated by therapists.
• Assist patients to achieve independence and improve functional ability.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams and contribute to service development.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Personal development

Written and oral communication

Reflection and self‑assessment

Welsh language capability

Education

GCSE level including Maths and English

NVQ Level III or equivalent

Job description

Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.

Job overview

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR 24 MONTHS DUE TO FUNDING

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the North Powys MSK team. We are looking for an MSK rehabilitation therapy assistant to join our friendly, enthusiastic and motivated team.

The post will involve delivering MSK physiotherapy interventions as delegated by a qualified physiotherapist.

The post will be based in Welshpool but travel will be required to support clinics in Machynlleth.

Main duties of the job

To deliver interventions as delegated by therapists, to support patients to achieve their optimum level of independence and quality of life in the most appropriate setting for the individual.

To assist patients to overcome their difficulties, build confidence, and improve or maintain functional ability and independence in everyday tasks under the supervision of a therapist.

To participate in multi-disciplinary teams promoting the role of rehabilitation and taking an active part in team projects.

To organise and manage a delegated caseload; obtain service data, analyse where appropriate and bring forward ideas for service development.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.

Person specification

Qualification and Knowledge

• Good standard of education to GCSE level or equivalent including Maths and English
• Technical qualification e.g. NVQ Level III or equivalent
• An understanding of manual handling principles

Experience

• Previous experience of working in the care or leisure setting
• Experience of working in a busy and varied workplace including dealing with the public
• Broad range of life experiences

Aptitude and Abilities

• Organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to personal development
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to reflect and appraise own performance
• The ability to speak or learn Welsh to a satisfactory level

Values

• An appreciation of the principles of practices and procedures
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn
• Aware of own limitations
• Ability to take responsibility within agreed protocols
• Assertive and calm under pressure
• Ability to prioritise and organise time effectively.
• Evidence of self-initiated learning and a willingness to undertake training
• Additional demonstrable qualities that may be beneficial to the role, e.g. care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment

Other

• Flexible approach to work
• Ability to travel across the Trust to fulfil the requirements of the post.
• Able to cope with physical demands of post including using wheelchairs and hoists and the therapeutic moving and handling of patients

As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.

We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.

You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly.

Interested in working with us, but hadn’t found the right job opportunity yet, or you require some guidance with your application, please contact our Resourcing Team on 01874 712580 or e-mail [e-mail] . We’ll be happy to have an informal chat with you.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.