Technical Instructor Physiotherapy

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Denbigh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales is hiring a Band 4 Physiotherapy Technical Instructor to support inpatients at Denbigh and Ruthin Community Hospitals. You will manage your own caseload under supervision, focusing on rehabilitation and movement techniques within physiotherapy.

The role involves assisting qualified physiotherapists, implementing exercise and rehabilitation programmes, and working with carers and health staff. Welsh-speaking ability is desirable and welcomed.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level III/BTEC is required.
• Knowledge of complex conditions.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Previous NHS experience.

Responsibilities

• To assist the qualified physiotherapist in the overall physiotherapy management of patients in collaboration with carers, support workers, health staff and agencies.
• Under the direction and guidance of the qualified physiotherapist, to manage and be responsible for their own clinical caseload of clients, following therapeutic programmes in order to improve their physical abilities and to minimise disabilities.
• To work independently using own initiative, within level of competence.

Skills

Basic clinical reasoning skills inphys

Ability to work independently within a

Self-motivation

Verbal and written communication

Education

NVQ Level III/BTEC

Job description

Job Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Band 4 Physiotherapy Technical Instructor post at Denbigh and Ruthin Community Hospitals. The role involves working with inpatients in the ward setting and MSK outpatients within the physiotherapy departments.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive and motivated individual who has the skills and ability to engage well with their patients and work both independently and as part of a team.

Relevant evidence of experience in rehabilitation is desired. You would carry your own caseload of patients with supervision and support from qualified therapists.

You will also have experience of using highly skilled handling techniques to facilitate patient movement, and/or rehabilitation, implementing exercise and rehabilitation programmes. You will work with others in the team in the treatment of patients.

Main duties of the job

• To assist the qualified physiotherapist in the overall physiotherapy management of patients in collaboration with carers, support workers, health staff and agencies.
• Under the direction and guidance of the qualified physiotherapist, to manage and be responsible for their own clinical caseload of clients, following therapeutic programmes in order to improve their physical abilities and to minimise disabilities.
• To work independently using own initiative, within level of competence.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• NVQ Level III/BTEC

Knowledge

Essential Criteria

• Knowledge of complex conditions
• Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Previous NHS experience

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience at Technical Instructor III level in Physiotherapy
• Previous NHS experience -orthopaedics

Skills

Essential criteria

• Basic clinical reasoning skills in physiotherapy
• Ability to work independently within clinical area
• Ability to be self-motivated
• Good verbal and written skills

Desirable criteria

• Experience working with assistants
• Ability to lead and motivate others within the team
• Welsh speaking