Physiotherapy Assistant

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who would like to join our friendly and supportive outpatient Physiotherapy service. We have one part time post available, based at Leigh Health Centre with cover of hydrotherapy sessions at Platt Bridge Health Centre on a weekly basis.

Duties are varied (both clinical and non-clinical) and the successful applicants will be involved directly in the assessment, care and treatment of patients with a variety of conditions, under the supervision of qualified therapists.

A caring and considerate manner is essential to the post. We would expect the candidates to have a good level of general education, basic computer literacy and knowledge of Physiotherapy interventions. Previous experience of working in a relevant health related area would be essential.

Please note this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.

Evidence of qualifications will be requested at interview and onboarding process.

Main duties of the job

• To contribute to the overall Physiotherapy process by carrying out a basic review of patients and conduct procedures within agreed competency levels
• To carry out information collection from patients/relatives as requested by Physiotherapy staff
• To follow treatment plans as prescribed by Physiotherapy staff and identify and select activities that meet treatment goals
• To work independently in a clinical setting with an assigned routine caseload, under the direction of a Physiotherapist
• Instruct patients in the use of equipment and techniques to promote independence
• Assisting poolside during hydrotherapy sessions

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To carry out a flexible patient centred programme of therapeutic activities under the direction of a Physiotherapist
• To enable patients to achieve their treatment goals
• To keep accurate written records and statistics as required by the service
• To assist in departmental administration
• To assist in the organisation and running of the MSK hydrotherapy sessions