Physiotherapy Technical Instructor

Job summary Come and work in beautiful Swansea Bay, with fabulous coastline, outdoor pursuits, and mountain walking all within easy travelling distance.Come and join our forward thinking physiotherapy team, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a number of multi-disciplinary professionals to assist people in their recovery and return to the community.The service covers various medical specialties including respiratory, gastroenterology, care of the elderly, endocrinology and neurology. The service will be delivered over 7 days and the successful post-holder will be expected to participate in the weekend rota which will include no more than a 1 in 6 weekend working pattern. Following the worked weekend 2 consecutive days off will be given the following Monday to Friday. Main duties of the job The role will involve working in support of the physiotherapist in the assessment of patients, facilitating timely discharge, delivering physiotherapy treatment programmes as part of an individualised plan of care and promoting independence by working independently or with other members of the physiotherapy or wider multidisciplinary team. A health related NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification is essential for this post.Previous experience of working in the NHS or hospital and MDT setting is will be opportunities to work alongside senior staff. Strong professional support is available in terms of in-house training, developmentand mentoring for the successful candidate. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ level 3 or equivalent plus knowledge of specific patient conditions and forms of therapy/ exercise delivery acquired through training and experience IT skills Experience and Knowledge Essential Previous experience as a Physiotherapy or Health care Support Worker within hospital, community or social care setting Desirable Experience and knowledge of Health & Safety issues Experience working in a multidisciplinary team. Working with patients with complex rehabilitation needs