Physiotherapist Assistant
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Job Summary
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We are currently recruiting a Physiotherapist Assistant for a reputable hospital in Dublin Ireland.
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrate sufficient clinical knowledge and apply evidence-based practice in all duties and responsibilities.
- Work under the direction and supervision of a registered Physiotherapist.
- Provide clinical and administrative support to the Physiotherapy Department.
- Assist patients with mobility transfers walking practice and exercise programmes as prescribed by the Physiotherapist.
- Support the implementation of individual treatment and rehabilitation plans.
- Assist with therapeutic activities and rehabilitation sessions.
- Monitor patients during therapy sessions and promptly report any concerns or changes in condition.
- Prepare treatment rooms and ensure therapy equipment is clean safe and ready for use.
- Maintain clean and store physiotherapy equipment according to infection prevention and safety guidelines.
- Escort patients safely to and from therapy sessions when required.
- Encourage patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals while promoting independence.
- Assist in educating patients and families on prescribed exercise programmes and safe mobility techniques.
- Maintain accurate patient records and complete required documentation.
- Provide administrative support including scheduling appointments filing records and managing departmental documentation.
- Participate as an active member of the multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
- Understanding of physiotherapy principles.
- Experience in exercise prescription and rehabilitation.
- Experience working in an acute healthcare environment.
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Patient-focused with a patient-centred approach.
- Good IT skills.
- FETAC (NCVA Level 5) Health Care Support Certificate including Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice modules (or equivalent qualification).
- Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and hospital policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Maternity Leave
- Pension scheme
- Flexible working pattern
- Allowance for weekend work
- The Employee Assistance Programme
Required Skills:
Understanding of physiotherapy principles. Experience in exercise prescription and rehabilitation. Experience working in an acute healthcare environment. Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication skills. Patient-focused with a patient-centred approach. Good IT skills. FETAC (NCVA Level 5) Health Care Support Certificate including Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice modules (or equivalent qualification). Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and hospital policies and procedures.
