Senior Rehabilitation Assistant, Band 4

at  Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Job purpose To use the principles of Occupational Therapy ,Physiotherapy, Psychology and Speech and Language Therapy in an integrated and client-centred way, to promote independence and facilitate safe discharge. To assess and manage delegated patients with non-complex mobility and occupational difficulties, reporting back to the registered practitioner as necessary. To support the team with administration, clerical and housekeeping duties. Dimensions There are no management or budget responsibilities The post holder will have regular formal supervision and annual appraisal Not always directly supervised on a day to day basis, but has access (in person or by telephone) to a registered practitioner Mon-Fri To maintain a high level of confidentiality with regard to patients and their affairs at all times.Knowledge, skills and experience GCSE level C or equivalent for literacy or numeracy Basic keyboard skills with the ability to input data accurately Relevant experience working as an therapy assistant , support worker or equivalent in a healthcare setting in the UK Ability and willingness to drive as part of role, except if disability precludes driving.
Positive interpersonal skills to be able to communicate appropriately with staff, carers and patients. General Fully participate in the Trusts appraisal system review and personal development planning process on an annual basis. Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with line manager as part of the personal development planning process. Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team.
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