Senior Therapy Assistant - Oldham, United Kingdom - Northern Care Alliance NHS Group

Northern Care Alliance NHS Group

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Oldham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Overview:
An exciting opportunity is available for a Senior Therapy Assistant to join the forward-thinking and dynamic integrated Therapy Team at the Royal Oldham Hospital, specifically across the surgical wards.
You will be part of a model of care that focuses on providing timely assessments, rehabilitation, and support for discharge planning of patients. This role offers exposure to a proactive environment where evidence-based practice is emphasized, collaboration is valued, and continuous professional development is promoted.
We are seeking team players with innovative ideas for clinical pathways and a commitment to excellence.
You should be adaptable to diverse patient populations and working conditions, with a flexible approach to care delivery including weekends and holidays.

Main Duties:
- Work within the Integrated Therapy team, specializing in Surgery.
- Provide interventions for an assigned patient caseload with support from a qualified therapist.
- Handle administrative tasks and stock control to support therapy services.

Working Environment:
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust provides healthcare services to over one million residents in Greater Manchester, spanning Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford.
We are dedicated to delivering high standards of care, collaborating with local authorities and partners to improve lives.
Our values - care, appreciate, and inspire - are at the core of our mission, and we are looking for individuals who embody these values.
We offer employees purposeful roles, career advancement opportunities, competitive benefits, flexible working arrangements, and support for health and wellbeing activities to ensure a work-life balance.

Requirements:
Essential Qualifications:
- A-Levels or Health and Science T-Level or equivalent qualification
- National Care Certificate or willingness to work towards a Health-related qualification

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Essential Criteria:
- Experience in healthcare, therapy, rehabilitation, or social care
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Empathy, motivation, and adaptability
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Time management and flexibility

Desirable Criteria:
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice and clinical skills
- Therapy skills competencies
- Car driver's license

We support flexible working arrangements to help employees balance work and personal life. Reach out to discuss flexible options.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust promotes diversity and equality, striving for a workforce that reflects the community we serve.