Therapy Assistant - Band 3 - Rehabilitation

You will work with a an Occupational therapist, Physiotherapist and be a valued member of the wider MDT and rehabilitation team. We will offer support, training and development opportunities., The role of the Therapy Assistant is to support the qualified Therapists with the implementation of rehabilitation treatment plans and interventions for patients on the wards.

The role will include gathering information from patients or families, following treatment plans, under supervision, providing education and practice in activities of daily living and mobility. The role will require you to assist with moving and handling of patients using appropriate equipment.

Administrative duties will include photocopying and filing, maintaining admission information and completing computer based statistics. There will be a requirement to write in medical notes.

On commencing the role you will have a full induction. We offer regular supervision, setting individual objectives, promoting self-analysis/reflection and development. All staff irrespective of their post will be given equal opportunity to undertake a full variety of CPD to support and develop them in their role.

Service development and innovation is strongly encouraged alongside participation in audit and research. Flexible working environment and paid annual leave entitlement.

MCHFT is rated 'Good' by the CQC, had the staff survey results of all acute trusts in England indicate that MCHFT is a good place to work.

In recent years, we have invested in clinical expansion and now have cutting edge clinical facilities including Critical Care and state-of-the-art theatres.

The Trust has a 'Stronger Together' clinical partnership with University Hospital North Midlands and is part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP) which aims transform, develop and deliver health care services in the community.