Therapy Assistant, Elective Orthopaedics - Flexible Hours

University Hospitals Dorset; Bournemouth; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University Hospitals Dorset is seeking an enthusiastic Therapy Assistant to join the Elective Orthopaedics team. You will support assessment, pre and post-operative treatment, and discharge planning for Orthopaedic inpatients and day-case patients.

You will help provide walking aids, maintain accurate records, and work flexibly to cover the team’s 7-day pattern. The role is permanent, 37.5 hours per week, based at Royal Bournemouth Hospital with relocation to Poole expected March 2027.

Qualifications

• NVQ III Care/Promoting Independence/ Diagnostic and Therapeutic Support or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in direct patient care within a therapy or care setting.
• Awareness of rehabilitation techniques and patient handling.

Responsabilités

• Assess and assist in pre and post-operative treatment for orthopaedic inpatients and day-case patients.
• Discharge planning and provision of walking aids/equipment to support timely discharge.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment provision and delivery within the team.
• Work flexible hours and participate in 7-day pattern as required.

Connaissances

Therapy/Care Assistant experience

Direct patient care

Rehabilitation awareness

Formation

NVQ III Care/Promoting Independence/ Diagnostic and Therapeutic Support or equivalent qualification

Description du poste

University Hospitals Dorset is seeking an enthusiastic Therapy Assistant to join the Elective Orthopaedics team. You will support assessment, pre and post-operative treatment, and discharge planning for Orthopaedic inpatients and day-case patients.

You will help provide walking aids, maintain accurate records, and work flexibly to cover the team’s 7-day pattern. The role is permanent, 37.5 hours per week, based at Royal Bournemouth Hospital with relocation to Poole expected March 2027.