Physiotherapy Technician

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced support worker to join the physiotherapy team working in Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.  This is a full time post, based in the neuroscience head injury unit with the  physiotherapy team, at the University Hospital Llandough

As part of the physiotherapy team  you will be  delivering rehabilitation programmes to patients within an inpatient setting including hydrotherapy. They will be expected to work alongside and closely with the therapists in the unit as well as supporting patients poolside with washing and dressing and in the pool supporting hydrotherapy for the patients.

The successful applicants will need to demonstrate an interest in rehabilitation. Excellent communication skills are key and it is important that you  are a team player with a positive outlook, enthusiasm and ability to learn and develop new skills. Previous experience in rehabilitation in the hospital setting would be advantageous.

The post holder may be required to work a 7 day job plan to support the delivery of 7 day Physiotherapy services.

A full and comprehensive training programme will be available.

Main duties of the job

Principally to provide a service, under the direction of a registered practitioner, to the individuals within a defined area. They will work with direction to assist the registered practitioner in clinical and administrative duties following specific competency-based training. They will independently carry out routine treatment programmes to both individuals and groups which have been delegated by a registered practitioner. They will progress within guidelines laid down by the registered practitioner. They will be responsible and accountable for these tasks. They will work on the wards in the rehabilitation gym and in hydrotherapy.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac