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Traumatic Brain Injury Therapy Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Derby
  • 7d left

AI generated summary

  • You must manage an independent caseload, collaborate in a multidisciplinary team, assist in assessments and treatments, and support a holistic, patient-centered care approach.
  • You will manage your own caseload, assist in assessments and treatments, collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, and support patient self-management in neurological rehabilitation.

Requirements

  • To carry an independent caseload alongside qualified Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy staff to assist in assessment and treatment of neurological rehabilitation and encourage patient self-management.
  • To work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide a prioritised service in response to workload, staffing difficulties and discharge pressures.
  • To work as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver a holistic, patient centred approach to care. To be responsible to the therapists within the traumatic brain injury and neuro outpatients team.

Responsibilities

  • To carry an independent caseload alongside qualified Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy staff to assist in assessment and treatment of neurological rehabilitation and encourage patient self-management.
  • To work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide a prioritised service in response to workload, staffing difficulties and discharge pressures.
  • To work as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver a holistic, patient centred approach to care.
  • To be responsible to the therapists within the traumatic brain injury and neuro outpatients team.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Traumatic Brain Injury Therapy Assistant?

The primary role is to assist qualified therapy staff in providing Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy treatment, manage an independent caseload for rehabilitation, and support patients with activities of daily living and mobility problems.

What type of patients will I be working with in this role?

You will be working with outpatients who have experienced a traumatic brain injury and other neurological conditions.

Is this position part of a multidisciplinary team?

Yes, this position involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver a holistic, patient-centered approach to care.

What are some tasks I will be responsible for in this role?

Responsibilities include assisting with the assessment and treatment of neurological rehabilitation, encouraging patient self-management, and working collaboratively with other therapy staff.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Specific qualifications are not detailed in the job description, but typically a background in therapy or support roles in healthcare would be beneficial.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 24 June 2026.

When will interviews for this position be held?

Interviews are scheduled for 3 July 2026.

What development opportunities does the organization offer?

The organization offers development opportunities, including professional and leadership development, as well as ongoing support from recruitment onward.

Are there any staff benefits associated with this role?

Yes, staff benefits include an employee assistance program, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, and car schemes.

How many outpatient appointments does the organization handle on average?

The organization sees, on average, 4,810 outpatient appointments a day.

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University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust was formed on 1 April 2018 to bring together our five hospitals – in Derby, Burton, Lichfield and Tamworth – to provide the highest quality care to patients across southern Derbyshire and south east Staffordshire.  Our aim is to deliver outstanding care for local people as we bring together the expertise of our 12,000 staff across our five hospital sites.