Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Physiotherapy Technical Instructor to join our Cardiorespiratory Team at St George's Hospital. We are looking for a motivated, committed individual who can contribute to our Respiratory Medicine inpatient service delivering holistic respiratory care and rehabilitation to patients with a variety of conditions such as COPD, bronchiectasis and asthma. The post holder undertakes independent patient assessment and treatment. Some admin and housekeeping duties are required.
We seeking a keen, conscientious, reliable team member with the ability to use your initiative and work flexibly. Prior experience of working within the NHS is preferable, however more important is your ability to display empathy and enthusiasm, be able to motivate others and demonstrate excellent communication and organisation skills.
Main duties of the job
You will work alongside physiotherapistsThe post holder carries their own caseload of patients within a defined clinical area, which may include complex conditions, as delegated by the physiotherapist.
The post holder will assess and treat own workload of patients and maintain associated patient records utilising knowledge and skills gained through attainment of competencies, experience and / or relevant qualifications
They are required to carry out clinical tasks (such as instruction / supervision and prescription of individual and group exercise programmes) delegated by qualified staff, requiring a wide range of technical ability as well as an excellent level of interpersonal skills.
This is a lead role with line management responsibilities for Band 3's within the Team and is responsible for the supervision and training of students, rotational staff and other therapy assistants.
The post holder works alongside physiotherapists to facilitate safe and effective rehabilitation programmes, to educate and encourage patients to maximise their rehabilitation potential and promote self-management using motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive behaviour change in the client group.
About us
We are large but close knit team who supports one another to provide the best care possible to our patients. As such we value compassion, innovation, motivation and teamwork.
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the regional specialist care provider for south west London, Surrey and beyond. The trust provides a high quality, comprehensive range of health services from leading edge tertiary and trauma care to community services.
With national and regional referrals added to our local 3.5m catchment, we serve a population of around 5m.
Co-located with St George's, University of London and with both organisations now in a formal strategic alliance with King's Health Partners, the trust delivers with its partners high quality research and education both of which contribute to the healthcare provision of tomorrow. Acute and tertiary health services are delivered from over 1,000 beds across two sites, by around 8,000 staff.
St George's Hospital is a major acute hospital that offers very specialist care for complex injuries and illnesses, including trauma, neurology, cardiac care, renal transplantation, cancer care and stroke.
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- GCSE or equivalent qualification in English and mathematics at grade C or above
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 in health related subject or similar qualification.
- ECDL
- First Aid
- Technical Instructor qualification
- Background in personal training / sports
Experience and skills
Essential
- Have experience working within a health or social care services setting, with adults with a range of illnesses or disabilities
- Demonstrate an understanding of the therapy assistant role gained through previous employment or work/life experience
- Be able to communicate effectively (to be clearly understood by others) using verbal, non-verbal, and written methods
- Be able to recognise and adapt communication style and methods where there are challenges and/or barriers to effective communication
- Be able to keep legible and accurate written notes in English in accordance with agreed standards
- Be proactive in identifying and planning your own learning and development as part of continuing professional development
- Understand and apply effective team working through collaboration and clear understanding of roles and responsibilities to achieve positive patient outcomes and experience.
- Understand and implement the role of the therapy assistant in safe and effective practice
- Be able to plan clinical workload through application of effective time management and organisational skills
- Be able to identify when to seek support from senior colleagues to consistently ensure patient safety and effective therapy intervention.
- Be able to make routine clinical observations and act appropriately
- Be able to implement and evaluate therapy treatment plans
- Assist the team with supporting students on placement
- Be proficient in the use of Trust systems and applications, and Microsoft 365, including Teams as a collaborative workspace
- Contribute to the effective management of non-clinical tasks within the department such as departmental cleaning, monthly fire-safety checks, monitoring stock levels, equipment reallocation, and resus trolley checks
Desirable
- Acute ward experience
- Leading and delivering exercise programmes in a hospital setting or equivalent
- Working with patients on a group basis
- Management of therapy equipment including monitoring use and ensuring maintenance
- Basic presentation skills
- Negotiation skills, able to overcome barriers to exercise / rehabilitation
- Basic mobility and balance assessment techniques
Skills
Essential
- Positively influence the behaviour and performance of people through good role modelling.
- Advocate for the health, wellbeing, and safety of patients, colleagues and themselves and demonstrate this through their positive actions and willingness to speak up.
- Demonstrate anti-discriminatory behaviour in all aspects of work and positively influence others to do the same.
- Demonstrate values of integrity, honesty, and compassion.
- Demonstrate the physical ability to carry out therapy assistant assessments, interventions, and therapeutic handling throughout the working day.
- Adapt to working in an environment which at times is unpredictable, and effectively employ strategies to maintain resilience and professionalism.
- Willing to be open and candid when clinical incidents and errors occur and embrace learning to improve quality and safety
- Good problem-solving skills
- Ability to teach practical skills to patients
- Good observation skills Ability to follow and provide instructions
- Ability to follow systems and procedures
- Ability to use initiative in addressing own learning needs and appraise own performance
- Demonstrate commitment to life-long learning
- Willingness to work flexibly
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates a knowledge of health care delivery
- Demonstrates knowledge of the role of Physiotherapy
- Knowledge of the health and safety policies
- Demonstrates understanding of acute rehabilitation
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of common conditions likely to meet in post.
- Basic understanding of commonly used therapy and medical terms
- Knowledge of MDT and therapists role within MDT
- Knowledge of patient group
Other
Essential
- Physically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
- Professional demeanour
- DBS clearance
- Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service including weekend shifts.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- GCSE or equivalent qualification in English and mathematics at grade C or above
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 in health related subject or similar qualification.
- ECDL
- First Aid
- Technical Instructor qualification
- Background in personal training / sports
Experience and skills
Essential
- Have experience working within a health or social care services setting, with adults with a range of illnesses or disabilities
- Demonstrate an understanding of the therapy assistant role gained through previous employment or work/life experience
- Be able to communicate effectively (to be clearly understood by others) using verbal, non-verbal, and written methods
- Be able to recognise and adapt communication style and methods where there are challenges and/or barriers to effective communication
- Be able to keep legible and accurate written notes in English in accordance with agreed standards
- Be proactive in identifying and planning your own learning and development as part of continuing professional development
- Understand and apply effective team working through collaboration and clear understanding of roles and responsibilities to achieve positive patient outcomes and experience.
- Understand and implement the role of the therapy assistant in safe and effective practice
- Be able to plan clinical workload through application of effective time management and organisational skills
- Be able to identify when to seek support from senior colleagues to consistently ensure patient safety and effective therapy intervention.
- Be able to make routine clinical observations and act appropriately
- Be able to implement and evaluate therapy treatment plans
- Assist the team with supporting students on placement
- Be proficient in the use of Trust systems and applications, and Microsoft 365, including Teams as a collaborative workspace
- Contribute to the effective management of non-clinical tasks within the department such as departmental cleaning, monthly fire-safety checks, monitoring stock levels, equipment reallocation, and resus trolley checks
Desirable
- Acute ward experience
- Leading and delivering exercise programmes in a hospital setting or equivalent
- Working with patients on a group basis
- Management of therapy equipment including monitoring use and ensuring maintenance
- Basic presentation skills
- Negotiation skills, able to overcome barriers to exercise / rehabilitation
- Basic mobility and balance assessment techniques
Skills
Essential
- Positively influence the behaviour and performance of people through good role modelling.
- Advocate for the health, wellbeing, and safety of patients, colleagues and themselves and demonstrate this through their positive actions and willingness to speak up.
- Demonstrate anti-discriminatory behaviour in all aspects of work and positively influence others to do the same.
- Demonstrate values of integrity, honesty, and compassion.
- Demonstrate the physical ability to carry out therapy assistant assessments, interventions, and therapeutic handling throughout the working day.
- Adapt to working in an environment which at times is unpredictable, and effectively employ strategies to maintain resilience and professionalism.
- Willing to be open and candid when clinical incidents and errors occur and embrace learning to improve quality and safety
- Good problem-solving skills
- Ability to teach practical skills to patients
- Good observation skills Ability to follow and provide instructions
- Ability to follow systems and procedures
- Ability to use initiative in addressing own learning needs and appraise own performance
- Demonstrate commitment to life-long learning
- Willingness to work flexibly
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates a knowledge of health care delivery
- Demonstrates knowledge of the role of Physiotherapy
- Knowledge of the health and safety policies
- Demonstrates understanding of acute rehabilitation
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of common conditions likely to meet in post.
- Basic understanding of commonly used therapy and medical terms
- Knowledge of MDT and therapists role within MDT
- Knowledge of patient group
Other
Essential
- Physically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
- Professional demeanour
- DBS clearance
- Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service including weekend shifts.
Desirable
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.
