Physiotherapy Technical Instructor

NHS Scotland; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kilmarnock is looking for a Physiotherapy Technical Instructor to assist with the rehabilitation of patients. The ideal candidate will have a health or social care related qualification and experience in a caring role. You will support experienced physiotherapists, ensuring patient mobility and quality of life. This part-time role involves working 22.2 hours per week, primarily from Monday to Wednesday.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for/assisting individuals in healthcare or fitness setting.
• Basic computer literacy and service improvement experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support registered physiotherapy staff with patient rehabilitation.
• Assist with the treatment and carry out specific interventions.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient recovery.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care awareness

Health and safety awareness

Education

Health or social care related SVQ

Fitness industry qualification

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website.

Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapy Technical Instructor based at University Hospital Crosshouse.

What you will do:

You will provide support to the registered physiotherapy staff, and under their direct supervision / instruction, assist them with the rehabilitation of patients within the Medical wards. This may include moving and handling of patients, escorting and preparing the patient for treatment, assisting in the treatment where more than one person is required, carrying out specific treatment interventions as instructed by physiotherapist and delivering equipment, as well as specific house-keeping and administration tasks. We are looking for a personable individual to provide rehabilitation to patients in the Medical specialty wards at UHC. You should be passionate about empowering your patients to achieve their goals, regain mobility and enhance quality of life. This role involves collaborating with experienced physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals to make a meaningful impact on patient recovery and discharge planning.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

You will possess a Health or social care related SVQ, or recognised fitness industry qualification. With relevant experience of caring for/assisting individuals in a health care or fitness setting. You will have an understanding of the role, and a basic health and safety awareness, as well as patient care awareness. You will have well developed written and verbal communication skills and have basic computer literacy. Experience in service improvement is desirable.

Hours:

22.2 hours per week - Monday - Wednesday

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Katy Smith, Team Lead Physiotherapist, Unscheduled Care East on 01563 827197, or email, [e-mail]

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