Job summary
This role will give you the opportunity to work as part of the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) primarily across Neuro & Trauma (Major Trauma, Orthopaedics and Plastics), in addition to the Neurosurgical/Neurology wards, and our Rapid Access to Acute Rehab (RAAR) service to provide seamless integrated care in line with our WeCare values and behaviours. The role is available full time (37.5hrs/wk) and will include regular weekend working (approximately 1 in 6).
You will be responsible for assisting Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists and nursing staff in assessing and providing evidence-based intervention for patients in our different services. This includes supporting patients with their optimal rehabilitation and discharge management plans, including assisting with their activities of daily living towards functional goals.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, plenty of initiative and enthusiasm, be confident using technology and have the ability to work as a part of the wider MDT.
We offer a supportive and engaging environment to develop and grow our rehab support workers, through regular supervision, education, and training. You will have the opportunity to participate in quality improvement and audit projects.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will be primarily expected to assist in the assessment and treatment of patients across Major Trauma, Orthopaedics and Plastic wards. In addition to possibly working over the Neurosurgical wards as needed. As part of this post, there is an expectation to complete weekends (approximately one in 6), which will be on the Rapid Access to Acute Rehab (RAAR) service. This will involve patients who may have varyingcomplex physical and cognitive presentations.
- To carry out delegated patient treatments, interventions, and functional assessments, either individually, with a therapist or in groups.
- To assist with delivering aspects of daily care such as washing, dressing, feeding, toileting, getting in and out of bed.
- To complete delegated administrative and organizational tasks that support the daily needs of the therapy service such as equipment stock taking.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
*PLEASE NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE*
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post - Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
*PLEASE NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE*
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post - Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 2 or GCSE's/equivalent in English, Maths, and Science
Desirable
- NVQ 3 or equivalent skills acquired through healthcare experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a health or other multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare/rehabilitation role
- Experience of working in neurological or trauma rehabilitation
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Effective organisational skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate in order to meet the service needs
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job on a day-to-day basis
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a challenging environment and with emotional, cognitive, or aggressive patients
- Ability to keep accurate patient notes
- Ability to learn and develop skills in order to successfully meet competencies
- Ability to understand and apply risk management
- Proficient ICT skills
- Ability to use tools to adjust equipment and furniture
Desirable
- Ability to use and maintain resources e.g., equipment efficiently and effectively
- Ability to undertake learning activities and reflect on these
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 2 or GCSE's/equivalent in English, Maths, and Science
Desirable
- NVQ 3 or equivalent skills acquired through healthcare experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a health or other multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare/rehabilitation role
- Experience of working in neurological or trauma rehabilitation
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Effective organisational skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate in order to meet the service needs
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job on a day-to-day basis
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a challenging environment and with emotional, cognitive, or aggressive patients
- Ability to keep accurate patient notes
- Ability to learn and develop skills in order to successfully meet competencies
- Ability to understand and apply risk management
- Proficient ICT skills
- Ability to use tools to adjust equipment and furniture
Desirable
- Ability to use and maintain resources e.g., equipment efficiently and effectively
- Ability to undertake learning activities and reflect on these
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).
