Physiotherapy Technician

at  Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Flexible working hours/ part time / free staff parking / no weekend working / Supported in house and external training opportunities
Our Therapy Assistants are highly valued members of our clinical team who help us to deliver excellent care and rehabilitation to an extremely varied cohort of patients . W e are proud to offer this opportunity to join our innovative and exciting Therapy T eam of Osteopaths, Physiotherapists , Assistants and Administrators.
Post holder will work between Upton Hospital in Slough and Foundation House in Dedworth . T his job would be particularly well suited to applicants with some experience in delivering massage therapies and with a background in sport or exercise. However, we can provide training and mentoring to upskill applicants. More than anything else we are looking for positive and caring individuals who will find satisfaction in working hard to deliver a great service for our patients.
The role is based within the MSK outpatient department. Clinically, assistants are utilised in providing guided treatment session for patients. This may involve delivering exercise sessions, hands on therapies such as massage, electrotherapy such as Ultrasound, or group-based exercise classes. Training is provided in any of the modalities used.
Our assistant s also help with the maintenance of the department and equipment, fulfilling cleaning schedules and managing stock.
There is an administrative element to the job too. We are all required to document any patient contact and our assistant s can be involved with audits, service planning, and on occasion supporting the reception team.
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you’ll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR US INCLUDE:

Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
Generous NHS pension scheme
Excellent learning and career development opportunities
‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme
Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
Free parking across Trust sites
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips – see the help with your application document attached once you click apply.
If you’re someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!

Excellent communication skills
The ability to work as part of a team, patience, and empathy
The ability to plan and co-ordinate effectively
An interest in musculoskeletal care and rehabilitation
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required