Neurology-Focused Physiotherapy Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Learning and development

27 days annual leave plus bank holiday

NHS Discount

Pension scheme

Lease car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Staff networking and Inclusion

Job summary

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Physiotherapy Assistant to join our Neurology-focused PDPS on a maternity leave cover. The role is part-time (18.75 hours/week) and based mainly in the South of Oxfordshire, with a base at Abingdon Community Hospital. DBS check is required for onboarding.

The post is a 6-month secondment or fixed-term with potential extension. You will work alongside specialist physiotherapists to provide high-quality community-based care across homes,

Responsibilities

• To work alone in a variety of community settings with clients and carers, e.g. home environment, sports centre, hospital clinic.
• To complete independent assessments for review clients or for walking aid and small equipment provision.
• To deliver effective physiotherapeutic intervention following management/ treatment plans prepared by the physiotherapist.
• To organise and independently deliver exercise sessions/gymnasium sessions for clients in community settings or online in conjunction with the physiotherapist.
• To demonstrate a clear understanding and apply the principles of self- management and personalised care within long-term disability management.
• To show due regard for the client's physical and psychosocial needs and recognise change in the client's condition.
• To accept responsibility for a clinical caseload, and to organise this effectively with due regard for clinical priorities and the geographical area covered.
• To demonstrate well developed communication skills when working with clients, including those who have cognitive or speech problems, language or cultural differences and when dealing with sensitive or contentious issues.
• To demonstrate well developed handling skills when treating clients.
• To support the PDPS by carrying out administration tasks.

Job description

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Physiotherapy Assistant to join our Neurology-focused PDPS on a maternity leave cover. The role is part-time (18.75 hours/week) and based mainly in the South of Oxfordshire, with a base at Abingdon Community Hospital. DBS check is required for onboarding.

The post is a 6-month secondment or fixed-term with potential extension. You will work alongside specialist physiotherapists to provide high-quality community-based care across homes,