Job summary
- Main area
- MSK Physiotherapy West
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 30 hours per week
- Job ref
- 371-CHS890
- Employer
- Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- MSK Physiotherapy - West
- Town
- Thatcham
- Salary
- £26,530 - £29,114 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/01/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 21/01/2025
Employer heading
MSK Physiotherapy Assistant
Band 4
Job overview
Flexible working hours/ part time / free staff parking / no compulsory weekend working / Supported in house and external training opportunities
Berkshire Healthcare are seeking an organised and motivated candidate for a Band 4 MSK Physiotherapy Assistant role in the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Outpatient team. This is a part time post (30 hours) based at West Berkshire Community Hospital.
Ideally we are looking for someone with experience in this role or in healthcare but this is not essential. This job would be particularly well suited to applicants with a background in sports and exercise, with experience of delivering exercise and manual therapy. We will provide in-house training to develop the necessary competencies and mentoring to upskill the successful candidate.
Our Therapy Assistants are highly valued members of our clinical team who help us to deliver excellent care and rehabilitation to an extremely varied cohort of patients. You will be closely supported by the team which, depending on location, is compromised of Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Assistants and Administrators.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit someone who can contribute to the positive culture of our team, engage with staff and patients respectfully, and conduct their work in a professional manner. The role will encompass:
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Assisting the physiotherapists in the delivery of individual and group exercise programmes. This may involve delivering exercise sessions, hands on therapies such as massage and patient education. Training is provided in any of the modalities used. All patients are initially assessed by the physiotherapist.
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Ensuring stock and equipment levels are maintained and re-ordered on a regular basis and that equipment is well maintained and clean in line with infection control guidelines.
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Carrying own new patient caseload with simple predictable conditions and those delegated by a therapist.
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Assisting in the administrative duties of the physiotherapy service when required, including reception duties, data inputting, photocopying, assisting with audits and completing patient records.
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Supervising and supporting Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistants
Working for our organisation
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance
- 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
- Free parking across Trust sites
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The “must haves” for you to be considered for this role:
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The ability to work as part of a team, patience, and empathy
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Good computer skills across Microsoft and database software
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Ability to organise and prioritise
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Excellent communication skills
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential criteria
- Higher Apprenticeship in Health Level 5 or Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care Practice or Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing or a recognised equivalent course
- Evidence of a good standard of education with GCSE’s Grade C and above, or equivalent, in English Language and Maths.
Desirable criteria
- Qualification in exercise therapy
Continuous Professional Development
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development.
Previous Experience
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting/NHS
- Previous experience of taking classes/group work
- Demonstrate problem solving skills
- Previous experience of working in a physiotherapy team/relevant other experience within the NHS
- Previous experience of running an exercise group or similar group
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Able to adapt to changing circumstances and adapt treatments appropriately
- Able to plan and co-ordinate effectively
- Able to use initiative appropriately
- Committed to providing high quality patient care.
Desirable criteria
- Able to manage own workload and prioritise
- Knowledge of the trust database: RiO
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel to multiple sites
- Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service
- Ability to deal with challenging behaviour
- Ability to work as part of a team including implementing and improving processes.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Nicole Davis
- Job title
- MSK Physiotherapy Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0118 949 5255
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