Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust values diversity and equity, providing fair and inclusive health services. Visa sponsorship is available for roles meeting Home Office requirements.
Important Visa Information: From April 4, 2024, NHS-sponsored overseas workers requiring a Skilled Worker Visa must meet a salary threshold of £38,700. For Health and Care Visa applicants, roles paid by NHS bands on the immigration salary list must meet the national pay scale or a minimum of £23,200. Ensure your desired role meets these sponsorship criteria before applying.
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled, enthusiastic Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join our Northeast Community Therapy Team. This role involves providing high-quality, patient-centered therapy services within a multidisciplinary team, supporting patient care across various settings in the locality.
Main Duties
- Deliver holistic, person-centered care in the community.
- Support qualified therapists (Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists) in high-standard therapy interventions.
- Conduct screening assessments and treatment programs as per agreed protocols.
- Manage a delegated caseload under therapist supervision.
- Ensure safe practice within a competency framework.
Working for Our Organisation
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust offers a range of community-based health services for adults and children in Shropshire, Telford, and Wrekin, including district nursing, health visiting, and specialist community care. We value patient, carer, and public feedback to innovate and improve our services continually.
We encourage applications from all community areas and are committed to a positive working life balance for our staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications:
- Literacy and numeracy grade 4-9 (A-C)
- 3 A-Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications in Health and Science
- Assistant Practitioner Level 5 course modules or willingness to commence in the first year
- Understanding of rehabilitation principles
Knowledge & Skills:
- Therapy intervention knowledge through training or healthcare experience
- Ability to work independently on agreed protocols
- Organisational skills to manage caseloads
- Accurate and legible patient and therapy notes entries
Experience:
- Clinical setting experience
- Delivery of personal and clinical care
Additional Information
This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. We advise early application to avoid disappointment.
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