Senior Therapy Assistant: 7-Day Community Rehab

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Christchurch is seeking a Senior Therapy Assistant to join their Interim Team. This role focuses on providing care and rehabilitation to patients recently discharged from the hospital. Candidates should have NVQ III Care or equivalent and recent experience in health or social care settings. Responsibilities include support for patient independence, fitting of equipment, and working collaboratively with therapists. The position operates on a 7-day rota, catering to the diverse needs of patients.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working in a health or social care setting.
• Experience working with older people at Band 3 level.
• Evidence of recent study relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and rehabilitation to patients discharged from the hospital.
• Work in the community under supervision of therapists.
• Support patients through their recovery to regain independence.

Skills

Management of own caseload

Basic IT skills

Use own initiative

Education

NVQ III Care or equivalent

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Christchurch is seeking a Senior Therapy Assistant to join their Interim Team. This role focuses on providing care and rehabilitation to patients recently discharged from the hospital. Candidates should have NVQ III Care or equivalent and recent experience in health or social care settings. Responsibilities include support for patient independence, fitting of equipment, and working collaboratively with therapists. The position operates on a 7-day rota, catering to the diverse needs of patients.