Physiotherapy Assistant Orthopaedic Prehab Port Talbot, Wales
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within Swansea Bay UHB Physiotherapy department in our new Orthopaedic Prehab service. Working as a Physiotherapy assistant to deliver exercise and mobility support under the guidance of a chartered Physiotherapist. The role includes providing exercise support to patients on the Swansea Bay Orthopaedic waiting list. Supporting qualified Physiotherapists to deliver appropriate land and water based exercise classes. Additional aspects of the role could include supporting qualified Physiotherapists assessing patient's mobility and providing in patient support to Orthopaedic elective care patients. The new SBUHB Ortho-Prehab programme is a unique service offering patients lifestyle support to help prepare for their elective knee and hip replacement surgery. Appropriate patients will be offered exercise classes including circuits and hydrotherapy. The support service will be part of a holistic support service including diet, pain management, and home support.
