Physiotherapy Technical Instructor - In-Patients

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Worthing; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a motivated Physiotherapy Technical Instructor to join their inpatient team. This role involves delivering high standards of physiotherapy assessment and treatment to patients at Worthing Hospital. You will work with a diverse range of conditions, from orthopaedic to neurological cases, and contribute to patient care through effective communication and teamwork. Join a dedicated team committed to patient welfare and experience a fulfilling career in a supportive environment, where your skills will make a real difference in the lives of patients across Sussex.

Qualifications

• Completion of relevant physiotherapy apprenticeship or health care qualification.
• Experience as a physiotherapy or occupational therapy assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality therapy service to patients in inpatient physiotherapy.
• Evaluate and modify treatment programs independently.

Skills

Effective Communication

Ability to Recognize Limitations

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Allied Healthcare Support

NVQ Level 3 or above in Healthcare

Job description

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Physiotherapy Technical Instructor - In-Patients

Band 3

Main area Physiotherapy Grade Band 3 Contract Permanent: Bank available Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Part time considered) Job ref 279-6945857-FEB25

Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: Worthing Hospital

Town: Worthing

Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 per annum pro rata

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 17/02/2025 23:59

About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.

Job overview

We are looking for a motivated Technical Instructor / Support Worker with good acute hospital experience to work within our Inpatient Physiotherapy teams covering the wards at Worthing Hospital. The post is permanent, and is full time. This role will be focused on providing a high standard of Physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and evaluation to clients within the Inpatient Physiotherapy service at Worthing Hospital.

Main duties of the job

• To work as part of a Physiotherapy Team providing a high quality and comprehensive therapy service to patients.
• To work with adults and children with varied conditions, including orthopaedic, elderly rehabilitation, amputees, neurological, etc.
• To work unsupervised as well as alongside the qualified physiotherapists.
• To provide information and advice to patients, carers, and other health and social care professions on areas within the grades scope of practice.
• Take on routine procedural based assessments and implement own treatment programme.
• To regularly evaluate and analyse treatment programmes and modifies them without prior consultation with a qualified physiotherapist.
• To regularly feedback to physiotherapists regarding patients’ progress.
• To be involved with data collection/audit to monitor service.
• To assist with the clerical and professional administrative tasks required to provide an efficient and effective high-quality service.

Person specification

Professional Registration

• Completion of Physiotherapy apprenticeship i.e. Level 3 Diploma in Allied Healthcare support or Health care related qualification at NVQ level 3 or above.
• Equivalent experience as physiotherapy assistant or Occupational Therapy assistant.

Experience/Qualifications

• Understanding of the Job role / Physiotherapy profession.
• Previous clinical NHS/Healthcare environment experience.
• Basic knowledge of human anatomy and Physiology.

Skills

• Ability to recognise their own limitations and when to seek advice.
• Ability to communicate effectively with different types of people.

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.

Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.