Senior Therapy Assistant (Acute)

Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust

Wigan

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust in Wigan seeks an enthusiastic Therapy Assistant to join the in-patient team, working alongside the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy colleagues. The role involves direct patient assessment, care and treatment under supervision of qualified therapists.

Experience in a health-related area in an acute hospital setting is essential. The post is fixed term to cover a secondment and may become permanent in the future.

Qualifications

Experience in a health-related area in an acute hospital setting is essential.
Demonstrates caring and considerate manner and good general education.
Basic computer literacy and knowledge of therapy interventions.
Previous experience in a therapy or healthcare rehabilitation environment.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the therapy process by carrying out routine assessments and procedures within competency levels.
Collect information from patients/relatives as requested by Therapy staff.
Follow prescribed treatment plans and identify activities that meet goals.
Work independently in a clinical setting with an assigned routine caseload under supervision.
Instruct patients in the use of equipment and techniques to promote independence.

Skills

Therapy support

Communication with patients

Education

Relevant health-related education

Job description

Company: Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust

A Vacancy at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Therapy Assistant who would like to join our friendly and supportive In-patient team at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary. The role involves working alongside the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Team.

Experience of working in a relevant health related area in an acute hospital setting is essential for this post.

The post is fixed term to cover an employee on secondment and will end on 22-Jul-27 or resumption of the post holder, whichever is sooner. Whilst the position is fixed term, there is the potential that this may become permanent in the future without the need to re-advertise.

NHS Employees should secure their manager’s agreement for a secondment arrangement prior to applying, as this will be a condition of any offer made

Please note this vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.

The successful candidates will:

Have varied duties (both clinical and non-clinical) and will be involved directly in the immediate assessment, care and treatment of patients. This will be under the supervision of qualified therapists.

Have a caring and considerate manner, which is essential to the post.

Be expected to have a good level of general education, basic computer literacy and knowledge of Therapy interventions.

Have previous experience of working in a Therapy or healthcare rehabilitation environment or relevant area.

We have a strong, recognised track record in staff engagement and in living our values:

People at the Heart
Listen and Involve
Kind and Respectful

We are committed to placing patients at the heart of every decision and delivering safe, effective care that protects dignity and enhances experience. We seek to recruit people who share our values, our passion for high‑quality care, and our belief in working together as One Team.

At WWL, we recognise the strength that comes from a rich and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key results from the job holder

To contribute to the overall Therapy process by carrying out routine assessments and procedures within agreed competency levels
To carry out information collection from patients/relatives as requested by Therapy staff
To follow treatment plans as prescribed by Therapy staff and identify and select activities that meet treatment goals
To work independently in a clinical setting with an assigned routine caseload, under the direction of a therapist
To instruct patients in the use of equipment and techniques to promote independence

Planning and Organisational Duties

To be responsible for preparation of materials and equipment in order to carry out treatment sessions
To contribute to the day‑to‑day organisation of activities within the team which contributed to the smooth running of the service
To be responsible for specific routine tasks as delegated
To attend regular meetings e.g. staff meetings, support and development groups.
To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent and reliable attendance

Communications and Key Working Relationships

To work as a member of the Therapy team and communicate relevant information to team members
To be able to communicate effectively in a variety of ways with patients to gain co‑operation and understanding of treatment programmes
To maintain good working relationships
To establish therapeutic relationships using negotiating skills in order to complete treatment activities
To report back to Therapy staff on all treatment activities either verbally or in writing as required
To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

Responsibility for Finance

To identify deficits in resources required to carry out the job and bring to the attention of the Therapist
To be responsible for the monitoring of materials and equipment and maintain stocks.
To maintain timely statistics and other records as requested by the Therapy Service and the Trust.

Responsibility for Human Resources

To maintain portfolio of competencies showing evidence of life long learning
To participate in clinical supervision sessions highlighting development needs
To comply with annual IPR and appraisal system
To contribute to the induction of new staff.

Responsibility for Health & Safety

Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 – the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Responsibility for NHSLA

To support Therapy services, as requested, in quality activities within the team
To comply with professional, organisational and departmental standards, policies and procedures.
To maintain accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Trust Policies and Therapy Standards of Practice

Responsibility for Teaching