Physiotherapy Assistant - Leamington Spa, United Kingdom - Castel Froma Neuro Care

Castel Froma Neuro Care

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Leamington Spa, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Therapist the post holder will be expected to:

Carry out treatment programs with residents
To contribute to the effective and efficient running of the Therapy service
Assist in the administration and clerical duties of the department

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To be able to recognise change in residents condition and report findings to most appropriate person.
To work effectively as a member of a team in carrying out department based therapeutic activities.
To work with a qualified member of therapy staff to treat residents.
To complete departmental competencies where available.
Following qualified therapy instructions to continue treatments such as exercise programmes, tilt tabling, mobility practice and stair practice.
Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service.
To maintain the department and equipment in a clean and orderly manner, bringing to the notice of relevant people anything that is damaged/worn.
Plan and prioritise own workload to ensure efficient working.
To report effectively to the Therapist on residents performance/progress with treatment or give reasons why treatment was not carried out.
To answer the telephone in a polite manner, taking messages and relaying them in a timely manner to the appropriate person.
To ensure that accurate, legible up to date written resident related records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional, Departmental and Castel Froma Neuro Care's standards.
To adhere to the Department and Castel Froma Neuro Care's policies and procedures including infection control, safeguarding and manual handling.
Reflect on own practice and performance through regular participation in annual reviews.
To participate in the induction, training and education of students and other staff within the Physiotherapy Department.
To assist in the training of new assistants.
To participate in all mandatory training updates, relevant training and keep a record of training and development activities (CPD)
To ensure that work areas are well maintained and comply with health and safety guidelines, ensuring the safe use of equipment and storage of materials.
To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.
To be responsible for maintaining stock, advising on resources required to carry out the job.
To use resources in the most cost effective manner.
To participate in Therapy team audit and evaluation activities as agreed with your senior.

AQUATIC THERAPY DUTIES

Preparing and setting up pool environment
Supporting residents pre/during and post sessions
Carry out pool checks as per department process
Maintaining a safe pool side environment
To use pool equipment safely
Assisting the Physiotherapist in the pool when required

_This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended in consultation with the post holder. The post holder may be required to undertake ad hoc duties or tasks when required._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Pay:
From £11.87 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits: