Wheelchair Services Therapist: Posture & Mobility Specialist

Haringey GP Federation; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in Gateshead is seeking a full-time Therapist for their Wheelchair Services Team. Responsibilities include assessing clients for mobility needs, managing a clinical caseload, and contributing to team training and evaluations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration, and experience working with individuals with mobility issues. This fixed-term contract offers a supportive work environment focused on collaboration and patient care.

Benefits

Access to high quality education and training

Flexible working supported through policy

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing for and ordering equipment.
• Evidence of working with adults and children with physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical input to wheelchair services.
• Manage a caseload including complex service users.
• Conduct physical/postural assessments and interventions.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Advanced clinical reasoning skills

Knowledge of mobility and seating equipment

Good computer skills

Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy

HCPC Registered Allied Health Professional

Mentorship certificate or equivalent experience

Job description

A healthcare trust in Gateshead is seeking a full-time Therapist for their Wheelchair Services Team. Responsibilities include assessing clients for mobility needs, managing a clinical caseload, and contributing to team training and evaluations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration, and experience working with individuals with mobility issues. This fixed-term contract offers a supportive work environment focused on collaboration and patient care.