Therapy Assistant – Rehab & Discharge Support

SOUTH TEES HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Redcar; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Therapy Assistant to join the OPM Therapy team on Zetland ward, Redcar primary care hospital. The post offers development opportunities for those new to the role and for experienced assistants seeking to enhance their skills.

Continuing professional development is encouraged with regular support and supervision from the therapy and nursing teams. You will work within clinical governance and hospital policies to provide holistic care and

Qualifications

• Experience or willingness to learn within a therapy team.
• Ability to participate in clinical governance and supervision.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of health and social care to patients on medical wards.
• Support therapists with planned interventions (transfers, mobility, personal care).
• Contribute to discharge planning and reduce readmission risk.
• Perform general ward duties and administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Therapy assistant

Mobility training

Transfers

Job description

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Therapy Assistant to join the OPM Therapy team on Zetland ward, Redcar primary care hospital. The post offers development opportunities for those new to the role and for experienced assistants seeking to enhance their skills.

Continuing professional development is encouraged with regular support and supervision from the therapy and nursing teams. You will work within clinical governance and hospital policies to provide holistic care and