Job Description

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with good organisational skills to join our Neuro logical Physiotherapy Team at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath as a full time Band 2 Physiotherapy Assistant ( 37 .5 hours per week) on a 1-year fixed term contract (maternity leave cover) .



The Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath in the heart of mid Sussex is part of University Hospitals Sussex and benefits from being close to Brighton a s well as the South Downs.



The job combines a mixture of practical and administrative skills to ensure our in patients with acute and long-term neurological conditions receive the best possible care to promote their independence and a safe discharge . The successful candidate will be key members of the Neurological P hysiotherapy T eam , based between the Acute Medical Wards and at the Sussex Rehabilitation Centre, and will work under supervision and guidance of trained physiotherapists.



Applicants need to be flexible, reliable, with strong interpersonal skills and it would be an advantage to have good IT skills. You must enjoy working as part of a team, and be able to complete manual handling tasks. Experience of working in a caring role or rehabilitation setting is required. The successful applicant will work as part of a supportive team and receive training and support to ensure you have the appropriate skills. You will also be required to work weekends as part of the orthopaedic weekend service.



Responsibilities include assisting with patient 's rehabilitation sessions, providing direct intervention (including exercise and mobility) as prescribed by Physiotherapists , supporting the maintenance of equipment and the completion of administrative tasks including diary management, data collection and equipment ordering.



At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.



We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.



As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.



We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Candidate Information Pack:

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/



To assist physiotherapists in the assessment and rehabilitation of inpatients with neurological conditions across the Acute Medical Wards and within the Sussex Rehabilitation Centre in order to promote independence with mobility and functional tasks.



To provide individual interventions (including exercise and mobility practice) as prescribed by Physiotherapists and support group activities .



To provide support to the team with administration and housekeeping duties.



To actively promote and develop equality and diversity practices and promote equity of access of care for patient.



Physiotherapy Assistants are supervised by a Senior Physiotherapist and will have direct access to a physiotherapist or suitably qualified clinician at all times.