Overview

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals Trust are actively recruiting for a Band 3 Therapy Assistant (Fixed Term). We are looking for a motivated, dynamic and innovative individual to join our therapy department at King George Hospital. You will be working with our friendly team of therapists as part of the KGH Therapy Department. Working in a fast paced environment, you will have the opportunity to offer admin and clinical support to our therapists. As a Band 3 Therapy Assistant you will have the opportunity to build a strong set of skills such as carrying out therapy programmes as directed by the therapist, ordering equipment and assisting in home assessments.You will have strong written and verbal communication skills, some experience in direct patient care and an awareness of the role of therapy within the trust. We have a strong commitment to continuing development with an established in service training programme. You will be well supported by experienced therapists. In line with the Government agenda for the NHS, we have recently re-configured our Integrated Therapy service structure to provide a 7 day service. You will be required to work weekends dependent.If you have the skills outlined above and want a rewarding opportunity where you will be encouraged to influence and develop services whilst being valued and supported then apply today. Enquiries to discuss the position are welcomed. Please contact Katie Johnson. B7 Occupational Therapist Katie.johnson12@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

To provide skilled routine, and some non-routine, clinical and non-clinical support to the rehabilitation team, this includes Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists.The state registered therapist will at all times remain responsible for:Primary assessment of patientReferral for treatmentClinical discharge of patientSetting the primary clinical treatment plan and monitoring the progression of the patientOverseeing the clinical quality and ensuring appropriateness of the treatment practised on the patient

Details

Band: Band 3Salary: £29,651 to £31,312 a year inclusiveContract: Fixed term – 6 monthsWorking pattern: Full-timeLocation: King George Hospital, Ilford, IG3 8YB

Person Specification

Education/QualificationsGood standard of general education, to GCSE level or equivalentEvidence of recent relevant and appropriate training and CPDExperience/KnowledgeEssential: Experience in health careDesirable: Previous experience in the delivery of health care as a therapy assistant

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a disclosure check.

Employer details

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS TrustKing George Hospital, Ilford, IG3 8YBWebsite: https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/

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