Job summary
- Main area
- Physiotherapy
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Required to work some weekends)
- Job ref
- 279-7153243-APR25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £24,169 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 04/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Physiotherapy Assistant - Neuro Medical
Band 2
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity for you to join the Neuromedical Physiotherapy Team in Brighton.
The job combines a mixture of practical skills including working alongside qualified Physiotherapists assisting with patient treatments and rehabilitation and following treatment plans set by Physiotherapists. You will be working closely alongside the Physiotherapists and other members of the Multi-disciplinary team to ensure these patients receive the best possible care.
The role also entails supporting the administration component of the team including the cleaning and maintenance of equipment, data collection and inputting; IT skills will be required.
You must have good interpersonal and communication skills, enjoy working as part of a team, be able to take responsibility for new skills learned and be able to complete manual handling tasks. Experience of working in the caring profession and as part of a multi disciplinary team is an advantage. The successful applicant will work as part of a supportive team and receive training and supervision as needed. An NVQ Level 3 in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Support, Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification/experience would be preferred.
*Applicants without a visa will not be able to be sponsored by the Trust
Main duties of the job
· To assist the Physiotherapist, and to treat a delegated caseload of patients under protocol, who have previously been assessed by a physiotherapist
· To maintain records according to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and Trust standards
· A Physiotherapy Assistant will be closely supervised by a Senior Physiotherapist and will have direct access to a Physiotherapist or suitably qualified clinician at all times
· To participate in Physiotherapy weekend services/rotas as needed.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our
Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Communication
- To use basic communication skills to encourage patients to undertake their treatment programme, including patients with communication and understanding difficulties, e.g. dementia, and seek guidance from the Physiotherapists when necessary
- To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure relevant information regarding patients’ status is reported back to the team
- To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date patient-related documentation including POMR (Problem Orientated Medical Records) in line with legal and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy requirements
- To gain valid informed consent and have the ability to work, with the guidance of a Physiotherapist, within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment
Service Delivery and Improvement
- To be responsible for maintaining own personal development by actively participating in formal and informal departmental training programmes by attending in-service training sessions, delivering presentations, attending relevant courses and undertaking reflective practice
- Attend regular mandatory and statutory training according to Trust policies
- To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and Individual Development Plan (IDP) as an appraisee
People Management and Development
- To provide basic spontaneous and planned advice and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals, regarding safety issues associated with mobility aids, according to departmental policy
Patient Care Delivery
· To be responsible for providing safe and effective care to all patients whilst working within the Physiotherapy team.
· To be able to work effectively within their limits of practice, in a timely manner
Person specification
Qualifications and experience
Essential criteria
- Good level of English and Mathematics
- Experience working as part of team
- Some experience of working with, and caring for people in a therapeutic environment, e.g. elderly.
Desirable criteria
- Experience working as a Physiotherapy Assistant, Health Care Assistant in the NHS.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Jessica Ryan
- Job title
- Band 7 Physiotherapist - Neurology
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273 696955
- Additional information
We encourage you to get in touch if you would like any further information about the Trust, department or interview process. Informal visits are also welcomed.
Please contact:
Jessica Ryan (Band 7 Clinical Lead)
01273 696955 Bleep 6167
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