Therapy Assistant - Dudley, United Kingdom - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
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Dudley, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Applicants should have an excellent understanding of the role of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy in the provision of rehabilitation in an acute setting.

Experience of working within the physiotherapy or occupational therapy setting delivering rehabilitation to patients is essential, as well as excellent communication, numeracy and literacy skills.

You will be expected to complete a competency programme as part of your induction.

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join our busy Therapy department.

The post holder will be working across the professions of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy to deliver rehabilitation programmes for stroke patients admitted to the Trust.

The role involves manual handling, and an ability to contribute to the out of hours service.


There is a requirement to work on a rota basis to cover weekend, Bank Holiday and extended hours as part of the current 7-day service.


The Therapy Assistant role provides support and assistance to the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapist during multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment of patients within the clinical team.

The role requires excellent communication skills to be able to liaise with patient, families and their carer, as well as the immediate clinical and the wider multidisciplinary team.

The role works clinically under the supervision of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists and Assistant Therapy Practitioners for all aspects of patient care and treatment, equipment provision and documentation.


At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all".

We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible.


Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

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