Band 3 Locum Therapy Assistant - Leytonstone

The role

You will provide care and rehabilitation to complex neuro trauma patients in an acute hospital setting. You will assist in implementing therapy interventions prescribed by physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists.

What you will do

• Work with senior members of RAAR, Outlier, and ward-based multidisciplinary teams
• Provide care and rehabilitation to complex neuro trauma patients
• Assist in implementing therapy interventions prescribed by PT, OT, and SLT
• Support patients with personal care activities including washing, dressing, toileting, and eating
• Contribute to patient assessments
• Support the development of individualized care plans
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team

Required qualifications

• Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Experience working with neurological patients and/or in rehabilitation settings as a rehab support worker or therapy assistant
• Ability to carry out prescribed therapy interventions under the supervision of qualified therapists
• Strong communication skills
• Compassionate approach to patient care
• Availability to work full-time, including the potential for occasional weekend shifts

About the company

Pulse is a recruitment agency that focuses on understanding specialties and finding opportunities for professionals.