Physiotherapy Technician

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If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please either contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or alternatively contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 OR EMAIL abb. vacancyrequests@wales. nhs. ukIf you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post.

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Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment processJob OverviewAn opportunity has arisen for a part time Band 3 Physiotherapy Support Worker to join our inpatient physiotherapy team at Ysbyty Aneurin Bevan in Ebbw Vale. We are seeking a strong team player with excellent communication skills, displaying the ability to effectively manage time and priorities.

You will be based on the general rehabilitation wards and will work closely with the team of physiotherapists providing rehabilitation for patients during their inpatient stay, optimising their functional recovery and facilitating safe discharges into the community. Main duties of the jobThe post is predominantly clinical. Under the delegation of Physiotherapists you will support patients rehabilitation journey. There is opportunity to hold your own delegated case load of patients exercise plans. There will be an element of non-clinical duties attached to your role.

This will include supporting with audits, basic administration and housekeeping duties, stock taking, and using computer based systems i. e. ordering of walking aids. The Physiotherapy Service encourages staff development; you will be supported to complete the Agored Level 3 Diploma In Physiotherapy Support, which will enable you to manage your own designated caseload, delivering interventions under the supervision of a Physiotherapist. We have a structured personal appraisal system in place with annual reviews underpinned by the Knowledge and Skills Framework.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Working for our organisationAneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work. Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed.

This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.

Other RequirementsEssential criteriaThe physical ability to perform and cope with all aspects of manual handling as demanded by the job roleProfessional appearanceCommittment to participating in and completing the ABUHB physiotherapy Support Worker Training and Educaiton FramworkCommitment to life long learning and portfolio keepingThe ability to move between sites wihtin the university health board or pateints' residences as demanded by the job roleDesirable criteriaThe ability to speak welshSkills & KnowledgeEssential criteriaGood communication skills both verbal and written when interacting with members of the team, other professionals, clients and their familiesThe ability to work unsupervised, taking responsability for a delegated workloadProblem solverGood organisational SkillsThe ability to work effectively in a team environmentThe ability to adapt to changes in work routineEvidence of initiativeGood time managementDesirable criteriaWorking knowledge of specialised equipment appropraite to workign areaThe ability to organise and particiapte in local in-service training sessionsIT literateExperienceEssential criteriaPrevious experience in a health and /or social care environment or hold an appropriate qualificationSufficient specific experience as a physiotherapy assistant or other relevant support worker roleDesirable criteriaExperience of working with groups of patientsExperience of auditExperience of refelctive practice in patient careEducation/Qualification/TrainiEssential criteriaGood command of English Language and Basic MathsRelevant level of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) Physiotherapy Support Worker Training and Education Framework Completed.

Desirable criteriaGCSE or equivalent in Maths and EnglishFirst Aid CertificateAppropriate CoursesAppropriate NVQ or other relevant qualification