Senior Rehab Assistant

Role summary

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The Senior Rehab Assistant supports physiotherapists, occupational therapists and wider clinical teams in delivering rehabilitation to patients across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Duties may include assisting with mobility, exercise programmes, functional assessments, personal care, equipment use, patient education and accurate documentation. Candidates are expected to have relevant healthcare or rehabilitation experience, good communication skills and the ability to work compassionately with people affected by illness, injury or disability. The role requires initiative, safe working practices, teamwork and the confidence to supervise or guide junior support staff. Applicants should be able to manage competing priorities, maintain confidentiality and travel between clinical locations when required.

About the employer

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, community and specialist healthcare services across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. The Trust works with hospitals, community teams, primary care providers, local authorities and voluntary organisations to deliver care closer to people’s homes. Its services support children, adults and older people, including individuals living with complex physical or mental health needs. The organisation employs a wide range of clinical, rehabilitation, administrative and support professionals and promotes patient-centred care, inclusion, safeguarding and continuous improvement. Employees may work in hospitals, community settings, rehabilitation services, clinics and patients’ homes, depending on the role. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it offers structured development, pension benefits and access to NHS employment policies and wellbeing support.

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