Physiotherapy Assistant

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who would like to join our friendly and supportive outpatient Physiotherapy service. We have two part time posts available, one based at Leigh Health Centre and one at Boston House, Frog Lane, Wigan. Both posts will be expected to cover hydrotherapy sessions at Platt Bridge Health Centre on a weekly basis.

Duties are varied (both clinical and non-clinical) and the successful applicants will be involved directly in the assessment, care and treatment of patients with a variety of conditions, under the supervision of qualified therapists., To contribute to the overall Physiotherapy process by carrying out a basic review of patients and conduct procedures within agreed competency levels

To carry out information collection from patients/relatives as requested by Physiotherapy staff

To follow treatment plans as prescribed by Physiotherapy staff and identify and select activities that meet treatment goals

To work independently in a clinical setting with an assigned routine caseload, under the direction of a Physiotherapist

Instruct patients in the use of equipment and techniques to promote independence

Assisting poolside during hydrotherapy sessions

A caring and considerate manner is essential to the post. We would expect the candidates to have a good level of general education, basic computer literacy and knowledge of Physiotherapy interventions. Previous experience of working in a relevant health related area would be essential.

Choose Well - Choose WWL

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.

WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.