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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 29 day(s) ago
Reference: 2281282
Job summary
To work as a member of the renal physiotherapy team assisting the physiotherapists to provide a high standard of patient care by undertaking delegated clinical programmes of management. The post holder will assist with the rehabilitation of renal patients, progressing treatments in line with departmental protocols. The post holder will also undertake administrative duties to support the functioning of the department.
Main duties of the job
- Once inducted, to work with minimal or no direct supervision of a physiotherapist.
- To manage the physiotherapy rehabilitation of own caseload of patients as delegated by the physiotherapist
- To assist with the care of patients including receiving them, transporting to treatment area, preparing drinks, supervising or assisting with drinking, toileting, dressing and undressing in preparation for their treatment programme.
- To provide treatment to patients in line with established treatment programmes, utilising a variety of basic physiotherapy techniques such as assisting a patient with specific exercises
- To progress patients undergoing routine physiotherapy programmes in line with established protocols, reporting back to the physiotherapist as required
- To be able to recognise change in the condition of a patient, decide whether to treat and watch and document the patient response/reaction to any treatment undertaken.
- To be able to measure and assess identified outcome measures, and use findings to inform the physiotherapists and treatment progression.
- To apply, remove and progress the use of therapeutic equipment such as exercise bikes with dialysis patients in line with protocol, or as instructed by the physiotherapist
- To assist the physiotherapist with individual/group treatments/exercise classes progressing to independent supervision of classes as delegated by the physiotherapist, and to adjust exercises according to the patient's health status on that day
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Details
Date posted
17 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£34,186 to £37,389 a year per annum, including high cost allowance, Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
213-Division-A-8208159
Job locations
Tessa Jowell Health Centre
72H East Dulwich grave
London
SE22 8EY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Administrative Responsibilities
To maintain accurate and timely patient notes and activity records in accordance with departmental policy and to ensure the safekeeping and confidentiality of these records.
To use departmental/Trust software e.g. EPIC
To record and process new renal rehabilitation referrals
To input data onto Excel spreadsheet to facilitate service evaluation Human resources
To undertake non-clinical induction of assistants and students as required.
To be an active team member by supporting other members, offering assistance, being flexible and approachable particularly during changing service demands and staffing levels.
To be responsible for competent use and maintenance of all equipment used, to report defects in equipment in a timely manner to the Clinical Lead in the area and locate missing items.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Administrative Responsibilities
To maintain accurate and timely patient notes and activity records in accordance with departmental policy and to ensure the safekeeping and confidentiality of these records.
To use departmental/Trust software e.g. EPIC
To record and process new renal rehabilitation referrals
To input data onto Excel spreadsheet to facilitate service evaluation Human resources
To undertake non-clinical induction of assistants and students as required.
To be an active team member by supporting other members, offering assistance, being flexible and approachable particularly during changing service demands and staffing levels.
To be responsible for competent use and maintenance of all equipment used, to report defects in equipment in a timely manner to the Clinical Lead in the area and locate missing items.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of knowledge and skills gained through practical experience e.g. external courses, CPD portfolio, practical assessment through supervision/appraisal in a therapy unit/rehabilitation setting
Desirable
- GCSE or equivalent in English and/or Maths
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy assistant or rehabilitation assistant or similar
- Experience of facilitating exercise classes and understanding of exercise physiology
- Experience of administrative work e.g. photocopying and filing
- Good team working skills conditions
- Able to deal with people who have difficulty communicating
- Evidence of being self motivated and able to motivate patients
- Able to learn new procedures and techniques and follow instructions
- Able to recognise boundaries of own practice and responsibility
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of knowledge and skills gained through practical experience e.g. external courses, CPD portfolio, practical assessment through supervision/appraisal in a therapy unit/rehabilitation setting
Desirable
- GCSE or equivalent in English and/or Maths
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy assistant or rehabilitation assistant or similar
- Experience of facilitating exercise classes and understanding of exercise physiology
- Experience of administrative work e.g. photocopying and filing
- Good team working skills conditions
- Able to deal with people who have difficulty communicating
- Evidence of being self motivated and able to motivate patients
- Able to learn new procedures and techniques and follow instructions
- Able to recognise boundaries of own practice and responsibility
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Tessa Jowell Health Centre
72H East Dulwich grave
London
SE22 8EY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Tessa Jowell Health Centre
72H East Dulwich grave
London
SE22 8EY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)