Physiotherapy Technical Instructor (Orthopaedics)

Physiotherapy Department at University Hospitals Plymouth NHT Trust is looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Trauma and Orthopaedics team. The post holder will work alongside Physiotherapists and the multidisciplinary team within the inpatient service.

The successful applicant will be part of seven-day service who provide a quality physiotherapy service to to the the trauma and orthopaedic patients. The post holder will work closely with the current team members within set protocols to implement and progress physiotherapy treatment regimes within agreed goal parameters. Other duties may include the organisation/ running of various class-based exercise programmes with support from a Physiotherapist.

Good organisational and interpersonal skills are essential. The successful candidate will need to have demonstrable experience of working as a Physiotherapy Assistant or equivalent. Professionalism and a positive attitude to their professional development/ willingness and ability to learn are essential.

Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS at Risk staff throughout Devon who is able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.

Working under the supervision of Physiotherapist, to undertake a variety of tasks (clinical and non-clinical), to support the delivery of physiotherapy to patients within the Physiotherapy service line.

To work without direct supervision, but under the direction of Physiotherapist in the performance of specific tasks for an individual or group of patients within the orthopaedic service as part of patient's treatment and rehabilitation programmes. To work within protocols and competencies specific to this post. To act as the first contact in specific situations.

Supervision takes the form of observation of practice, regular formal and informal training. Access to advice and support from senior physiotherapists is always available. Regular checks will be made to ensure workload is managed, clinical work and case notes are routinely evaluated.

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trustis the largest teaching hospital trust in the South West and employ almost 10,000 staff that workin 350 different roles, plus hundreds of volunteers.

We offer great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment and we offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

The Physiotherapy Departmentcan offer you a friendly and social atmosphere with a forward thinking and progressive attitude to the changing face of the NHS. If you join our department you will benefit from a well-established appraisal scheme, in-service training, encouragement with CPD and excellent senior and peer support. Clinical specialists enhance the clinical lead within the department, encouraging evidence based practice and research / audit.

We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

See the attached job description for the role, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.

• Demonstrable experience of working as a Physiotherapy assistant or therapy assistant or equivalent.
• Broad demonstrable experience working with patients. Knowledge of the conditions relevant to this post.
• Previous demonstrable experience working with physiotherapists in Orthopaedics wards and an acute healthcare setting.
• Involvement in assistant network and membership of a professional body.

• GCSEs Grade A-C/4-9 in Maths and English or Functional Skills level 2 in Maths and English PLUS NVQ level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent in therapy/exercise rehabilitation or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience to diploma equivalent level.
• Up to date evidence of CPD
• Care certificate training
• Proven evidence of having completed band 3 competencies

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.