Senior Therapy Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Senior Therapy Assistant to join the therapy team at the Stroke Pathway Assessment and Rehabilitation Centre (SPARC). SPARC is a 31 bedded unit that provides excellent, patient centred, evidence based, inpatient care and rehabilitation for stroke survivors admitted on the stroke pathway.
The successful post holder will work closely with Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Activity Co-ordinators and alongside the wider multidisciplinary team, contributing to the day-to-day management and rehabilitation of stroke patients.
We are looking for a motivated and proactive individual with excellent communication, interpersonal and team working skills.
Applicants should have previous NHS experience.
To assist the multidisciplinary team (primarily Occupational Therapy & Physiotherapy) in the provision of individualised patient centred rehabilitation.
To carry a clinical caseload delegated by Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, plan and prioritise own work and report back to registered therapy staff.
Assess, treat, monitor, and progress each patient within protocols.
Measure activity and treatment outcomes.
To assist the multidisciplinary team in maintaining an efficient working environment.
Complete cognitive assessments following protocols.
Assess for and order equipment to facilitate safe discharge under the guidance of registered therapists.
Teach, guide and supervise patients as individuals or in groups.
Teach therapy techniques to carers including safe use of equipment, manual handling and management of the patient's condition.
Select treatment activities to fulfil therapy goals, taking into consideration the patient's condition and capability.
Complete assessment forms and write in patient treatment records in line with Trust and Therapy Services local guidelines.
Carry out clinical duties that contribute towards integrated patient care as part of therapeutic practice.
Complete assessment forms and write in patient treatment records in line with Trust and Therapy Services local guidelines.
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria