Therapy Assistant - Rotational Training & Growth

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Therapy Assistant who will support patients with care and exercise programmes under the supervision of a qualified Therapist. You will work within the therapy and wider multidisciplinary teams to progress treatment and maintain detailed patient records.

Role involves assisting on home visits, handling equipment, and ensuring safe transfer of patients between wards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out care and exercise programmes with patients.
• Liaise regularly with the qualified Therapist regarding treatment progression.
• Work as a member of the therapy and multidisciplinary team.
• Assist on home visits under the direction of a qualified Therapist.
• Issue, fit and retrieve Therapy equipment under supervision and keep records.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of treatments as directed by the Therapist.
• Order therapy equipment and supplies under supervision.
• Participate in departmental planned out of hours working (optional).
• Comply with health and safety policies and Data Protection requirements.
• Gain valid informed consent in line with Trust policies.

Job description

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Therapy Assistant who will support patients with care and exercise programmes under the supervision of a qualified Therapist. You will work within the therapy and wider multidisciplinary teams to progress treatment and maintain detailed patient records.

Role involves assisting on home visits, handling equipment, and ensuring safe transfer of patients between wards.