Physiotherapy Technician

NHS; Camberley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare organization in Camberley is seeking a compassionate Band 3 Physiotherapy Technician to join its Intensive Care Unit team. This role involves assisting physiotherapists in the rehabilitation of ICU patients and providing emotional support throughout their recovery. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications, experience in physiotherapy assistance, as well as strong communication and organizational skills. The position offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Physiotherapy Assistant in the relevant specialty.
• Worked as part of a healthcare team.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Specific clinical knowledge relevant to specialty.

Responsibilities

• Assist physiotherapists in delivering rehabilitation in ICU.
• Support patients transitioning from ICU to wards.
• Conduct objective assessments and document outcomes.
• Manage own ICU caseload and administrative duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Education

GCSE or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Associate membership of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Tools

Clinical IT systems

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Band 3 Physiotherapy Technician to join our dynamic Intensive Care Unit team at Frimley Park Hospital. This is a unique and rewarding role where you will play a vital part in supporting patients through their critical care journey and beyond.

We offer comprehensive training, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to work in a supportive, forward-thinking team that values innovation and patient-centred care.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of the ICU Physiotherapy team and the Critical Care Rehabilitation and Follow-Up Service, you will:

• Assist physiotherapists in delivering high-quality rehabilitation to patients in ICU.
• Work closely alongside physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide holistic care.
• Provide ongoing support to patients stepping down from ICU to the wards, focusing on physical recovery, cognitive function, emotional wellbeing, and overall quality of life.
• Help patients regain independence through tailored exercise programs and functional activities.
• Offer reassurance and emotional support to patients and families during a challenging time.
• Work collaboratively with the team to complete administrative duties such as documenting patient outcomes to support their rehabilitation journey.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

Job responsibilities

• Have own ICU caseload, this will include; PROM, Bed/Chair/Standing exercises, Mobility, Thera trainer
• Assist with doubles within physiotherapy caseload
• Physiotherapy: PROM, Bed/Chair/Standing exercises, rehab on edge of bed, transfer practice, mobility, Thera trainer (with or without registered physiotherapist as appropriate)
• Holistic management: delirium, orientation, suitable games to aid concentration, memory and brain exercises, emotional support, quality of life activities
• Occupational therapy as appropriate (advised by OT)
• Joint sessions with members of the MDT including Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, SALT, Psychologist
• Update ICU Step Down Spreadsheet
• Support the MDT in ensuring the rehabilitation pathways are completed and up to date
• Support the MDT in ensuring patient diaries are completed and up to date
• Support the MDT to complete objective assessments on ICU and record outcomes on the spreadsheet
• Stock and Equipment ordering/organising

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent qualification to demonstrate numeracy and literacy.
• Associate member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
• Documented evidence on C.P.D.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

Experience

• To have had experience working as a Physiotherapy Assistant in the relevant speciality.
• To have worked as part of a team.
• To have worked as band 2 or above in NHS in ITU acute
• Knowledge of anatomy/physiology.
• Specific clinical knowledge relevant to speciality.

Skills

• Interpersonal skills to include concise and effective verbal and written communication
• Logical, able to problem solve.
• Organisational skills
• IT literate.
• Ability to work single handedly with individuals and groups.
• Ability to present information to a small group
• Knowledge of IT systems designed for clinical use
• Ability to conduct and respond to risk assessments.
• Teaching skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£19,243 to £20,480 a year per annum incl HCAS