Physiotherapy Assistant

Ramsay Health Care; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramsay Health Care is seeking a motivated Physiotherapy Assistant for a full-time position at Oaklands Hospital. The ideal candidate will assist physiotherapists in clinical duties and patient rehabilitation, supported by a structured training program. This role offers various employee benefits, including training, healthcare, and flexible work options.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension with matching up to 5%

Private Healthcare for staff and dependents

Life Assurance

Free Training and Development

Free on-site Parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Discounts via benefits portal

Qualifications

• Experience as a therapy assistant or in a rehabilitation environment is desirable.
• Good written and verbal communication skills required.
• Good physical health is necessary for safe patient handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist physiotherapists with orthopedic patients on the ward.
• Support post-operative rehabilitation classes and pre-assessment clinics.
• Handle administrative duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Flexibility

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Job Description

Physiotherapy Assistant - Oaklands Hospital, Salford

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Physiotherapy Assistant to join our friendly and dynamic team.

We are seeking a motivated individual who enjoys working with people. This full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week, spread over 5 days, with some weekend work on the ward rota. Part-time hours may be considered for the right candidate.

This varied position involves clinical duties on the ward with the inpatient team and in the outpatient department. Responsibilities include working alongside physiotherapists to see orthopaedic patients on the ward, assisting with post-operative rehabilitation classes, and supporting physiotherapy pre-assessment clinics.

You will also support the team with administrative duties.

Experience as a therapy assistant or in a hospital/caring rehabilitation environment is desirable.

This role is ideal for those looking to broaden their knowledge and skills or planning to train as a Physiotherapist in the future.

The physiotherapy department offers a structured in-service training programme, regular clinical supervision, mentoring, and peer support. Applicants should demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, basic computer skills, excellent customer service, and flexibility to meet changing needs. The role involves safe patient and equipment handling; therefore, good physical health is required.

We offer:

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
• Private Pension with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns where possible
• Enhanced Parental Leave Policies (launched 2023)
• Private Healthcare for staff and dependents, including online GP
• Life Assurance (Death in Service)
• Free Training and Development via the Academy
• Free on-site Parking (where available)
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• Over 8,000 discounts and offers via benefits portal
• Discounted cinema tickets
• The Blue Light Card Scheme

About Us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years of experience. We are one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, committed to quality, equality, and opportunity for all. We value a positive, 'can do' attitude and strive to deliver the best care.

For more information or an informal chat, please contact Chris Grieve, Physiotherapy Manager.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.

We support the UK's Armed Forces and Reservists and are proud to have achieved the Silver Award under the MOD's Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.