Technical Instructor Physiotherapy - Acute Medical

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is seeking a Band 4 Physiotherapy Technical Instructor to join the Acute Medical Physiotherapy Team at Glan Clwyd Hospital. You will carry your own caseload with supervision, using skilled handling techniques to support rehabilitation and movement.

The role requires NVQ level 3 or equivalent with relevant therapy department experience. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care and rehabilitation

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent with relevant rehabilitation experience.
• Experience managing a personal caseload of patients under supervision.
• Experience using skilled handling techniques to facilitate movement and rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the qualified physiotherapist in overall management of patient care.
• Manage own clinical caseload under supervision and follow therapeutic programmes.
• Work with carers and health staff to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Caseload management

Handling techniques

Rehabilitation programmes

Patient engagement

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Band 4 Physiotherapy Technical Instructor post with the Acute Medical Physiotherapy Team working at Glan Clwyd Hospital.

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.

To apply you should have a NVQ level 3 or equivalent plus relevant experience working in a therapy department in a physical health care setting.

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.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

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