Senior Therapy Assistant - Community Rehab (Flexible Working)

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Reading is seeking a Senior Therapy Assistant to support a multidisciplinary team in providing care to patients at home. The role includes conducting assessments, developing care plans, and assisting patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and the ability to travel across multiple sites. Benefits include flexible working options and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days’ annual leave

Generous NHS pension scheme

Access to wellbeing tools

Discounts at retailers

Free parking across Trust sites

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills essential for working with patients and team members.
• Car driver with ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites.
• Willingness to work independently and manage patients with comorbidities.

Responsibilities

• Undertake initial assessments when a referral is received.
• Ensure care plans are established based on patient needs.
• Review patient progress with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Support patients in identifying and achieving their rehabilitation goals.
• Communicate changes in patient conditions to relevant professionals.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to travel to multiple sites

Manage comorbidities

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Reading is seeking a Senior Therapy Assistant to support a multidisciplinary team in providing care to patients at home. The role includes conducting assessments, developing care plans, and assisting patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and the ability to travel across multiple sites. Benefits include flexible working options and professional development opportunities.