Orthopaedic Therapy Assistant - Evening & 7-Day Rotas

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Poole; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking an enthusiastic Therapy Assistant to support the orthopaedic inpatient and day-case service. You will participate in assessments, pre/post-operative care, discharge planning, and provision of walking aids to facilitate timely discharge.

You will drive a manual car, have a relevant qualification, and contribute to a busy clinical caseload with a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to drive a manual car and hold a clean driver's license.
• Having completed NVQ III Care or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in assessment and pre/post operative treatment for orthopaedic inpatients and day-case patients.
• Manage discharge planning and prescribe/provide walking aids and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment provision and deliver equipment within the hospital.
• Work flexibly and participate in evenings and 7-day patterns to ensure patient care and throughput.
• Weekend work typically on a 1 in 4 pattern; flexible pattern considered.

Skills

Driving license

Therapy/Care Assistant experience

Education

NVQ III Care

Promoting Independence

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Support

Job description

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking an enthusiastic Therapy Assistant to support the orthopaedic inpatient and day-case service. You will participate in assessments, pre/post-operative care, discharge planning, and provision of walking aids to facilitate timely discharge.

You will drive a manual car, have a relevant qualification, and contribute to a busy clinical caseload with a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.