Senior Therapy Assistant

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Senior Therapy Assistant to join the Integrated Community Stroke Service (ICSS) .

The successful post holder will work closely with Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Activity Co-ordinators and alongside the wider multidisciplinary team, contributing to the day-to-day management and rehabilitation of stroke patients in the community and working into our 31 bedded in-patient rehab unit on either a rotation and as needed basis.

We are looking for a motivated and proactive individual with excellent communication, interpersonal and team working skills.

Applicants should have previous NHS experience.

Please be aware if you do not have NHS experiences or experiences as a therapy assistant you will not be shortlisted for this role.

Due to the high quantity of application feedback may not be given from shortlisting phase of recruitment.

Main duties of the job

To assist the multidisciplinary team (primarily Occupational Therapy & Physiotherapy) in the provision of individualised patient centred rehabilitation.

To carry a clinical caseload delegated by Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, plan and prioritise own work and report back to registered therapy staff.

Assess, treat, monitor, and progress each patient within protocols.

Measure activity and treatment outcomes.

To assist the multidisciplinary team in maintaining an efficient working environment.

Complete cognitive assessments following protocols.

Support integrated ward sessions.

Assess for and order equipment to facilitate safe discharge under the guidance of registered therapists.

Teach, guide and supervise patients as individuals or in groups.

Teach therapy techniques to carers including safe use of equipment, manual handling and management of the patient’s condition.

Select treatment activities to fulfil therapy goals, taking into consideration the patient’s condition and capability.

Complete assessment forms and write in patient treatment records in line with Trust and Therapy Services local guidelines.

Carry out clinical duties that contribute towards integrated patient care as part of therapeutic practice.

Complete assessment forms and write in patient treatment records in line with Trust and Therapy Services local guidelines.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.