Therapy Assistant Practitioner - Community Beds

NHS Scotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in the UK is seeking a rehabilitation professional to support patients from hospital to home. The role involves working collaboratively with a team of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, providing rehabilitation across multiple locations. Successful candidates will need to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme and commit to patient-centered care. This position offers flexible working over weekdays and weekends, ensuring excellent client support.

Qualifications

• Member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
• Flexibility with caseload management and commitment to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and rehabilitation for adults across four locations.
• Support team of Physiotherapists & Occupational Therapists.
• Deliver rehabilitation services over seven days.

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about delivering rehabilitation? Do you have a desire to support patients in their rehab journey from hospital to home? Come and join our team.

Duties

• Provide assessment and rehabilitation for adults across four locations in the Falkirk council area (Bo’ness Community Hospital, Falkirk Community Hospital, Summerford House, & Cunningham House).
• Support our team of Physiotherapists & Occupational Therapists to implement treatment plans and deliver quality rehabilitation.
• Commit to excellent patient care, be flexible with caseload management and enjoy collaborative team working.
• Deliver rehabilitation over seven days; core hours weekdays 08:30‑16:30; may involve weekend working.

Requirements

• Member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
• Will be an NHS Forth Valley employee; contact details: [e-mail] or [e-mail].
• As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will reduce from 37 to 36 hours per week; part‑time hours will be reduced pro‑rata, with a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.