Job summary
B6 Physiotherapist
Mildenhall & Brandon
Integrated Neighbourhood Team
Permanent Full time or Part
Time
Developmental B5-6 role
considered
When you join
our team, youll be at the front line of healthcare, delivering healthcare
where the patients feel most comfortable, in their own living space! This job
is perfect for someone who wants to challenge themselves and develop their
skillset, whilst giving back to the community.
You will
deliver high standards of health care to patients within their own homes,
residential care homes, and in clinics, by assessing, planning, implementing
and evaluating care.
The
successful candidate will be required to;
work with a high degree of autonomy and professional
accountability
be motivated and enthusiastic
have excellent communication
team working skills
have a positive attitude to change.
The Mildenhall and Brandon INT is a friendly,
harmonious team, who always look to support each other in caring for individual
patients our neighbourhood, which has a warm community feel.
Main duties of the job
Your
day will include-
Band
5
Being an active
member of a multi-disciplinary, integrated community team.
Managing a
defined caseload, using evidence based/person centred principles to assess,
plan, implement and evaluate therapy interventions.
Supervising band
3 and 4 staff.
To provide
clinical and supervisory leadership to junior staff and students within the
multi-disciplinary team.
Band
6
Being jointly responsible with other senior
colleagues for the day-to-day planning and delivery of the multi-disciplinary
team services within the Local Community Team.
Managing a caseload of clients with multiple
and complex needs, using evidence based/client centred principles to assess,
plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
Provide specialist Therapeutic input into
planning, development and evaluation of clinical services within the team, with
responsibility for defined projects.
About us
#BeKnown
at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to
more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for,
treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community
settings.
The
West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care
services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery
unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+
beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult
and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk
Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing
temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We
do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our
values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we
work and behave as a team.
With
nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation
a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be
the best you can be.
We
promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you
can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join
us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
summary:
To be an active member
of a multi-disciplinary, integrated community team.
To manage a defined
caseload, using evidence based/person centred principles to assess, plan,
implement and evaluate therapy interventions.
To supervise band 3 and
4 staff.
Job
responsibilities:
Clinical
To effectively triage
and schedule all therapy referrals to the service in accordance with Trusts
policies and procedures.
To hold a caseload of
patients with a range of multiple and complex health needs.
To utilise knowledge to
carry out assessments, setting objectives and implementing appropriate
treatment, as part of the holistic care plan for individuals and/or groups.
To formulate an
individual management/treatment plan for each patient using wide range of
assessment, clinical reasoning and treatment skills, including health coaching
and promotion of self-management skills.
To ensure interventions
are evaluated and plans modified to ensure effectiveness and timely discharge.
To provide training and
advice to patients and carers to facilitate their care plan.
To adhere to agreed
national, professional and Trust standards.
Professional
To demonstrate
effective communication skills with patients, carers, team members and people
from other agencies.
To ensure that up to
date electronic and written records are maintained in accordance with
professional and Trust standards, and provide specialist therapy reports
relevant to practice setting.
To comply with the
College of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, and
the Standards for Registration according to the Health and Care Professions Council; and Trust
policies and procedures.
To respect the
individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patient and
contribute to the provision of the service sensitive to these needs.
To comply with all
relevant Trust policies, procedures and guidelines relating to Equal
Opportunities and promote with junior staff.
To promote the role and
champion the contribution of the therapy profession
To review and reflect
on own practice and performance through effective use of clinical and
professional supervision and appraisal.
To demonstrate ongoing
personal development through participation in internal and external development
opportunities, recording learning outcomes in a portfolio.
To produce, in
conjunction with supervisor, an annual personal development plan.
To act as a role model
and demonstrate positive behaviours as outlined in the behaviours framework
Organisational
To work in collaboration
with other members of the individuals support network in a complex
multi-disciplinary, multi-agency environment.
To contribute and
activity seek out opportunities to develop the service putting forward the
therapy perspective.
To participate in the
planning, development and review of the service.
To participate in the
planning evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols
within the post-holders area.
To have an awareness of
finite resources and act responsibly within these limits.
To exercise good
personal time management, punctuality and consistent, reliable attendance.
To contribute to the
placement education of students.
To contribute to the
induction of staff and the training of work based learners.
Research
and practice development
May be required to undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to own
work; may occasionally participate in R&D, clinical trials or equipment
testing.
To demonstrate the
ability to critically evaluate current research and apply it to practice.
To broaden research and
development skills through participation in local audit and research projects.
Safeguarding Clause
West
Suffolk Foundation Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous recruitment checks are carried
out and where applicable to the role successful applicants will be required to
undertake a criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service
(DBS).
Infection Control
West
Suffolk Foundation Trust staff are responsible for protecting themselves and
others against infection risks. All staff regardless of whether clinical or not
are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures
and to report any problems with regard to this to their managers. All staff
undertaking patient care activities must attend infection control training and
updates as required by West Suffolk Foundation Trust.
Health and Safety
Employees must be aware
of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work
Act (1974), to ensure the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain
a safe environment for employees and visitors.
To ensure that the
Trusts Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that
procedures are followed.
To ensure the
appropriate use of equipment and facilities and the environment is maintained
in good order.
To take the necessary
precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of themselves, patients, staff
and visitors, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
To undertake
appropriate Health and Safety training to support safe working practice
including, where appropriate, its management.
General
All staff are required
to respect confidentiality of all matters that they learn as a result of the
employment with the Trust, including matters relating to other members of the
staff and members of the public/patients.
Maintain appropriate
patient and clinical records in line with the Trusts policies and procedures,
and in line with the agreed service specification.
The post holder will be
expected to participate in an annual appraisal of their work in line with the
Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) where the job description will be reviewed
and objectives set. In line with the annual personal development plan the post
holder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to
fulfil their role.
Ensure that all
patients, clients and colleagues are treated at all times in an equitable
manner, respecting diversity and showing an understanding of diversity in the
workplace.
The post holder must carry out their responsibilities with due regard
to the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policies, Procedures and Schemes and must
ensure that equality is promoted at all times.
This job description is not
exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in consultation with the post
holder. The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties as may
be required for the effective performance of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
summary:
To be an active member
of a multi-disciplinary, integrated community team.
To manage a defined
caseload, using evidence based/person centred principles to assess, plan,
implement and evaluate therapy interventions.
To supervise band 3 and
4 staff.
Job
responsibilities:
Clinical
To effectively triage
and schedule all therapy referrals to the service in accordance with Trusts
policies and procedures.
To hold a caseload of
patients with a range of multiple and complex health needs.
To utilise knowledge to
carry out assessments, setting objectives and implementing appropriate
treatment, as part of the holistic care plan for individuals and/or groups.
To formulate an
individual management/treatment plan for each patient using wide range of
assessment, clinical reasoning and treatment skills, including health coaching
and promotion of self-management skills.
To ensure interventions
are evaluated and plans modified to ensure effectiveness and timely discharge.
To provide training and
advice to patients and carers to facilitate their care plan.
To adhere to agreed
national, professional and Trust standards.
Professional
To demonstrate
effective communication skills with patients, carers, team members and people
from other agencies.
To ensure that up to
date electronic and written records are maintained in accordance with
professional and Trust standards, and provide specialist therapy reports
relevant to practice setting.
To comply with the
College of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, and
the Standards for Registration according to the Health and Care Professions Council; and Trust
policies and procedures.
To respect the
individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patient and
contribute to the provision of the service sensitive to these needs.
To comply with all
relevant Trust policies, procedures and guidelines relating to Equal
Opportunities and promote with junior staff.
To promote the role and
champion the contribution of the therapy profession
To review and reflect
on own practice and performance through effective use of clinical and
professional supervision and appraisal.
To demonstrate ongoing
personal development through participation in internal and external development
opportunities, recording learning outcomes in a portfolio.
To produce, in
conjunction with supervisor, an annual personal development plan.
To act as a role model
and demonstrate positive behaviours as outlined in the behaviours framework
Organisational
To work in collaboration
with other members of the individuals support network in a complex
multi-disciplinary, multi-agency environment.
To contribute and
activity seek out opportunities to develop the service putting forward the
therapy perspective.
To participate in the
planning, development and review of the service.
To participate in the
planning evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols
within the post-holders area.
To have an awareness of
finite resources and act responsibly within these limits.
To exercise good
personal time management, punctuality and consistent, reliable attendance.
To contribute to the
placement education of students.
To contribute to the
induction of staff and the training of work based learners.
Research
and practice development
May be required to undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to own
work; may occasionally participate in R&D, clinical trials or equipment
testing.
To demonstrate the
ability to critically evaluate current research and apply it to practice.
To broaden research and
development skills through participation in local audit and research projects.
Safeguarding Clause
West
Suffolk Foundation Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous recruitment checks are carried
out and where applicable to the role successful applicants will be required to
undertake a criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service
(DBS).
Infection Control
West
Suffolk Foundation Trust staff are responsible for protecting themselves and
others against infection risks. All staff regardless of whether clinical or not
are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures
and to report any problems with regard to this to their managers. All staff
undertaking patient care activities must attend infection control training and
updates as required by West Suffolk Foundation Trust.
Health and Safety
Employees must be aware
of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work
Act (1974), to ensure the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain
a safe environment for employees and visitors.
To ensure that the
Trusts Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that
procedures are followed.
To ensure the
appropriate use of equipment and facilities and the environment is maintained
in good order.
To take the necessary
precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of themselves, patients, staff
and visitors, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
To undertake
appropriate Health and Safety training to support safe working practice
including, where appropriate, its management.
General
All staff are required
to respect confidentiality of all matters that they learn as a result of the
employment with the Trust, including matters relating to other members of the
staff and members of the public/patients.
Maintain appropriate
patient and clinical records in line with the Trusts policies and procedures,
and in line with the agreed service specification.
The post holder will be
expected to participate in an annual appraisal of their work in line with the
Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) where the job description will be reviewed
and objectives set. In line with the annual personal development plan the post
holder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to
fulfil their role.
Ensure that all
patients, clients and colleagues are treated at all times in an equitable
manner, respecting diversity and showing an understanding of diversity in the
workplace.
The post holder must carry out their responsibilities with due regard
to the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policies, Procedures and Schemes and must
ensure that equality is promoted at all times.
This job description is not
exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in consultation with the post
holder. The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties as may
be required for the effective performance of the post.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Completed clinical placements as a student
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Clinical placement in a community setting
- Post registration experience in a clinical setting
- Advice and support to students and support staff.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current HCPC registration
- Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Up to date manual handling training for the lifting and manoeuvring of clients and equipment during treatment sessions
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate the ability to work at relevant level
- Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills.
- Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
- Practice good interpersonal skills
- Good observational and reporting skills
- Highly motivated
- Able to plan and provide appropriate levels of clinical intervention Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues.
- Ability to work within a team setting.
- Ability to manage own workload and determine priorities.
- Ability to reflect on own performance.
- Knowledge of manual handling legislation and risk assessment.
- Basic knowledge of specialist equipment.
- Able to communicate effectively using the English language. In both verbal and written forms
- Willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
- Communicate with tact and diplomacy
- Demonstrate empathy and sensitivity
- Ability to travel to rural locations
Desirable
- Training and facilitation skills.
- Supervisory skills.
- Able to support other staff to review and reflect on their practice and develop a PDP
- Knowledge of mental health legislation including CPA and risk assessment and management. Evidence of working at a relevant level
- Knowledge of working within the NHS
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to person-centered, non-discriminatory practice.
- Positive approach to change.
- Ability to work in domestic environments with low levels of hygiene and potential exposure to fleas, lice and body fluids.
- An understanding of hazards associated with lone working in the community.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Completed clinical placements as a student
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Clinical placement in a community setting
- Post registration experience in a clinical setting
- Advice and support to students and support staff.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current HCPC registration
- Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Up to date manual handling training for the lifting and manoeuvring of clients and equipment during treatment sessions
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate the ability to work at relevant level
- Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills.
- Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
- Practice good interpersonal skills
- Good observational and reporting skills
- Highly motivated
- Able to plan and provide appropriate levels of clinical intervention Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues.
- Ability to work within a team setting.
- Ability to manage own workload and determine priorities.
- Ability to reflect on own performance.
- Knowledge of manual handling legislation and risk assessment.
- Basic knowledge of specialist equipment.
- Able to communicate effectively using the English language. In both verbal and written forms
- Willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
- Communicate with tact and diplomacy
- Demonstrate empathy and sensitivity
- Ability to travel to rural locations
Desirable
- Training and facilitation skills.
- Supervisory skills.
- Able to support other staff to review and reflect on their practice and develop a PDP
- Knowledge of mental health legislation including CPA and risk assessment and management. Evidence of working at a relevant level
- Knowledge of working within the NHS
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to person-centered, non-discriminatory practice.
- Positive approach to change.
- Ability to work in domestic environments with low levels of hygiene and potential exposure to fleas, lice and body fluids.
- An understanding of hazards associated with lone working in the community.
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
