Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Practitioner
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About the Role
This is an exciting time for the pulmonary rehabilitation team as we work towards gaining service accreditation. Are you an experienced Therapy Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, or Level 3 Advanced Fitness/Gym Instructor with Referral Programme Consultation qualification? Do you feel you can make a difference to people living with long-term health conditions? We are recruiting for a full-time Band 4 position to support us in the pulmonary rehabilitation team.
The role will involve working alongside clinical staff in assessment clinics and supporting our respiratory patients through their rehabilitation course in a group environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Work under the supervision of qualified Therapy staff providing assessment and treatment programmes for patients in the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Service.
- Carry out a full episode of care from assessment to discharge for a specified and designated clinical caseload identified by a qualified clinician.
- Work in a wide variety of settings including gym, community venues, outpatients, telephone appointments, and occasionally visiting patients in their own homes.
- Assist in the administration and clerical duties for the team and department.
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Location
The successful candidate will be based at Dorset County Hospital but required to work in different sites across the county to meet the needs of the service.
Benefits
- Competency-based learning structure
- Continuing professional development
- Regular clinical supervision
- Opportunity to help shape the future of our service
About Us
We are a supportive and friendly team. At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients and the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission
To provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.
Our Vision
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
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Contact Information
For Further Information Please Contact
- Claire Peak, Clinical Service Manager - Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Dorset County Hospital, 01305 255203
- Charlotte Walters, Specialist Physiotherapist, 01305 255203
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Claire Peak
- Job title: Clinical Service Manager, Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Email address: claire.peak1@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 07799895002
Charlotte Walters, Specialist Physiotherapist, 01305 255203
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