Job summary
Therapy Technical Instructor - Stamford Unit - Band 37.5 hours per week, Permanent.
There are exciting job opportunities for enthusiastic, experienced, and self-motivated individuals to work as part of our Multidisciplinary Therapy team at the Stamford Unit Intermediate Care Centre in Ashton-Under-Lyne.
The team is committed to supporting personal and professional development.
It is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.
As a Technical Instructor in our Therapy team you will work autonomously under the Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Nursing staff and be responsible for independent assessment of patients including mobility, manual handling plans, personal care, group work, following treatment plans and optimising the independence of our patients in order for them to return safely home.
The successful candidate will have well-established knowledge, experience and clinical skills working with a range of patients. You will be supported by the unit manager to provide leadership to junior MDT members of staff. Experience of working in rehabilitation would be advantageous.
Being a car driver with access to a car for work purposes is desirable for this role.
Main duties of the job
To assist in the rehabilitation of patients within a care setting by implementing individual treatment programmes/protocols as prescribed by a therapist. To work with indirect supervision, reporting back patient progress and informing therapist of any problems. Assist in the case management, general administration and equipment systems management within the therapy service. To provide leadership and support to junior members of staff including those from different professions.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Safety
- Care
- Respect
- Communication
- Learning
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
SECTION 1- MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:CLINICAL:Assist the therapists in the rehabilitation of patients using a range of delegated skills. Assess and treat patients of lower complex therapy need without direct supervision from a therapist. Complete therapy treatment plans for patients with appropriate and achievable goals. Prepare the environment for therapy treatment, ensuring privacy, dignity and safety at all times. Develop a therapeutic relationship with patients, enabling them to reach their maximum potential. Promote self-care and independence in achieving therapy goals Gain consent and co-operation from patients who may have sensory, physical or intellectual impairment. Teach patients new skills, within activities of daily living skills and rehabilitation such as therapy exercises, personal care, washing and dressing and kitchen tasks. Complete verbal or written reports on patients progress both to appropriate Therapy staff andto other multi-disciplinary team membersComplete Manual Handling assessments and referrals to external agencies Prioritise and evaluate case load responsibilities. Evaluate patients presentation for therapy and adapt treatment accordingly. Encourage patients and their carers in an active approach to regaining and maintaining personal independence. This requires empathy, sensitivity and good interpersonal skills. Make accurate records of work undertaken and keep monthly statistics as required, including documenting patient contacts in line with professional and service standards. Liaise with the Therapists as necessary to optimise patient treatment, promote independence and minimise length of stay. Highlight any variations to expected outcomes from treatment programmes. Assess, measure and instruct use of walking aids/functional aids. To effectively administer and record provision of any aids provided to patients. Contribute to development of patient care by attending relevant team, departmental or other appropriate meetings eg Care Planning and Best Interest meetings and comment on recommended changes to clinical care or service provision. Assist Therapists in attending home environmental assessments and patient home visits as and when required. Manage and prioritise a patient case load as delegated by the therapist on a daily basis. Ensure daily communication with the Therapists regarding treatment of individual patients. Manage enquiries regarding therapy from patients, relatives, general public and hospital staff, both in person and by telephone. To undertake patient visits and attend meetings training etc. hence have access to a vehicle and a valid, up-to-date UK Drivers license. Work across 7 days including weekend days and Bank Holidays where the service operates across 7 days per week, 365 days per year
ADMINISTRATIVE/ORGANISATIONAL: Collate and enter statistical data for the service. Contribute to service audits as required. Contribute to ensuring all therapy areas including the gym are clean, tidy and fit for purpose. Be responsible for the safe use of therapy equipment and aids by patients in your care. Ensure all equipment that is damaged or not fit for purpose is returned to the supplier or reported for collection and repair Take part in the individual trust appraisal and performance review programme. Actively participate in own staff development and review in order to identify personal development plans and training needs. Contribute to MDT daily Board rounds as required Assist therapists in patient related administrative duties and tasks as required, e.g. updating patient information in clinical records, on white boards, in board round logs, equipment loan stores, organising equipment etc. Be aware of the Health and Safety aspects of work and implement any policies which may be required to improve the health and safety of the work area. Comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and be involved in reviewing and updating as appropriate. Undertake any related duties as directed by Team Leader physiotherapist/occupational therapists or relevant senior staff.HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT: Assist in the induction of newly appointed therapy assistants in basic elements of patient care and safety. Support student therapists to gain experience from the setting during their placement
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: Attend in-service training as required.Actively participate in the delivery of in-service training within recognised skill set. Monitor and develop own performance, aiming to achieve and maintain a high standard. Attend/complete mandatory training as required by Trust policy.
SECTION 2- KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Understand the ethos acute/intermediate care settings and its place in the health and social care economy. Use effective communication tools, verbal and non-verbal to communicate treatment programmes to patients who may have barriers to understanding or communicating, e.g. blind, deaf, dysphasic or who do not have English as a first language.
SECTION 3- EFFORT AND ENVIRONMENT The post holder will be expected to kneel, sit on heels, move inert adult limbs, support patients while walking, move and handle patients, push wheelchairs, use hoists on a daily basis. The post holder will be expected to concentrate during treatment sessions and ensure good communication with patients, including those who have impaired understanding or communication difficulties, e.g. slurred speech. Care of terminally ill or patients with chronic degenerative illness. Dealing with patients who may be depressed, withdrawn or aggressive. The post holder will be expected to work in cramped space in patient rooms/ward areas. They may come into contact with infestations, soiled linen, and other bodily fluids. As part of contracted hours, to work weekend days and Bank Holidays as part of a 7 day service
Job description
Job responsibilities
SECTION 1- MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:CLINICAL:Assist the therapists in the rehabilitation of patients using a range of delegated skills. Assess and treat patients of lower complex therapy need without direct supervision from a therapist. Complete therapy treatment plans for patients with appropriate and achievable goals. Prepare the environment for therapy treatment, ensuring privacy, dignity and safety at all times. Develop a therapeutic relationship with patients, enabling them to reach their maximum potential. Promote self-care and independence in achieving therapy goals Gain consent and co-operation from patients who may have sensory, physical or intellectual impairment. Teach patients new skills, within activities of daily living skills and rehabilitation such as therapy exercises, personal care, washing and dressing and kitchen tasks. Complete verbal or written reports on patients progress both to appropriate Therapy staff andto other multi-disciplinary team membersComplete Manual Handling assessments and referrals to external agencies Prioritise and evaluate case load responsibilities. Evaluate patients presentation for therapy and adapt treatment accordingly. Encourage patients and their carers in an active approach to regaining and maintaining personal independence. This requires empathy, sensitivity and good interpersonal skills. Make accurate records of work undertaken and keep monthly statistics as required, including documenting patient contacts in line with professional and service standards. Liaise with the Therapists as necessary to optimise patient treatment, promote independence and minimise length of stay. Highlight any variations to expected outcomes from treatment programmes. Assess, measure and instruct use of walking aids/functional aids. To effectively administer and record provision of any aids provided to patients. Contribute to development of patient care by attending relevant team, departmental or other appropriate meetings eg Care Planning and Best Interest meetings and comment on recommended changes to clinical care or service provision. Assist Therapists in attending home environmental assessments and patient home visits as and when required. Manage and prioritise a patient case load as delegated by the therapist on a daily basis. Ensure daily communication with the Therapists regarding treatment of individual patients. Manage enquiries regarding therapy from patients, relatives, general public and hospital staff, both in person and by telephone. To undertake patient visits and attend meetings training etc. hence have access to a vehicle and a valid, up-to-date UK Drivers license. Work across 7 days including weekend days and Bank Holidays where the service operates across 7 days per week, 365 days per year
ADMINISTRATIVE/ORGANISATIONAL: Collate and enter statistical data for the service. Contribute to service audits as required. Contribute to ensuring all therapy areas including the gym are clean, tidy and fit for purpose. Be responsible for the safe use of therapy equipment and aids by patients in your care. Ensure all equipment that is damaged or not fit for purpose is returned to the supplier or reported for collection and repair Take part in the individual trust appraisal and performance review programme. Actively participate in own staff development and review in order to identify personal development plans and training needs. Contribute to MDT daily Board rounds as required Assist therapists in patient related administrative duties and tasks as required, e.g. updating patient information in clinical records, on white boards, in board round logs, equipment loan stores, organising equipment etc. Be aware of the Health and Safety aspects of work and implement any policies which may be required to improve the health and safety of the work area. Comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and be involved in reviewing and updating as appropriate. Undertake any related duties as directed by Team Leader physiotherapist/occupational therapists or relevant senior staff.HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT: Assist in the induction of newly appointed therapy assistants in basic elements of patient care and safety. Support student therapists to gain experience from the setting during their placement
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: Attend in-service training as required.Actively participate in the delivery of in-service training within recognised skill set. Monitor and develop own performance, aiming to achieve and maintain a high standard. Attend/complete mandatory training as required by Trust policy.
SECTION 2- KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Understand the ethos acute/intermediate care settings and its place in the health and social care economy. Use effective communication tools, verbal and non-verbal to communicate treatment programmes to patients who may have barriers to understanding or communicating, e.g. blind, deaf, dysphasic or who do not have English as a first language.
SECTION 3- EFFORT AND ENVIRONMENT The post holder will be expected to kneel, sit on heels, move inert adult limbs, support patients while walking, move and handle patients, push wheelchairs, use hoists on a daily basis. The post holder will be expected to concentrate during treatment sessions and ensure good communication with patients, including those who have impaired understanding or communication difficulties, e.g. slurred speech. Care of terminally ill or patients with chronic degenerative illness. Dealing with patients who may be depressed, withdrawn or aggressive. The post holder will be expected to work in cramped space in patient rooms/ward areas. They may come into contact with infestations, soiled linen, and other bodily fluids. As part of contracted hours, to work weekend days and Bank Holidays as part of a 7 day service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of G.C.S.E's or equivalent including English Language and Mathematics
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an appropriate subject area or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of caring for patients in a hospital or health/social care setting
- Previous experience working as a Therapy Assistant
Skills
Essential
- Able to deal with people including those with communication/language barriers
- Able to work on own initiative and as a member of a team
- ability to travel to multiple sites/access to transport
- Able to demonstrate empathy, motivate and persuade patients including those with impaired cognitive abilities or physical senses
- Strong organisational skills
- Able to handle confidential issues sensitively and effectively
- Able to offer flexibility towards duties and responsibilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of G.C.S.E's or equivalent including English Language and Mathematics
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an appropriate subject area or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of caring for patients in a hospital or health/social care setting
- Previous experience working as a Therapy Assistant
Skills
Essential
- Able to deal with people including those with communication/language barriers
- Able to work on own initiative and as a member of a team
- ability to travel to multiple sites/access to transport
- Able to demonstrate empathy, motivate and persuade patients including those with impaired cognitive abilities or physical senses
- Strong organisational skills
- Able to handle confidential issues sensitively and effectively
- Able to offer flexibility towards duties and responsibilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills
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).
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).
