Job summary
Advanced Apprentice Therapy Assistant Musculoskeletal Outpatients
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Musculoskeletal Therapy Outpatient team at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. You will work alongside physiotherapists and therapy assistants to provide musculoskeletal rehabilitation for adults with a variety of conditions.
Conditional progression to a Band 3 post upon completion of Level 3 Senior Health Care Support Worker Apprentice within 27 months of commencing post and subject to further informal interview.
All Advanced Apprentice Therapy Assistants will complete an induction programme and the Care Certificate upon starting in the role. It is essential that you then achieve an Advanced Level 3 Senior Health Care Support Worker qualification within 27 months of commencing this post which includes attendance at Doncaster College 2 days per month as part of the 20% off the job training that will be provided.
This is a supervised post. You will be allocated a mentor throughout the 27 months apprenticeship to supervise and support you with your learning.
If you are caring, hardworking, self-motivated and able to motivate others, then we would like to hear from you.
You must be aged 18 or over to apply and must be able to provide certified evidence of all relevant qualifications.
Main duties of the job
You will be required to work alongside therapists in the management of some shared patients completing joint assessments, but also independently managing your own patient caseload. You must have great communication and time management skills and be able to prioritise taking into consideration the variety of patients' needs and have the ability to be flexible and to work as part of a team. You will be able to follow instructions as well as being able to show initiative and to work independently. Documentation is an integral part of the role and you will be expected to document within patients' records. Computer skills are essential as you will be accessing patient details and ordering equipment on the Clinical Therapy Information systems.
About us
Doncaster & Bassetlaw NHS FT is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, and the surrounding areas. Our services are based over three main hospital sites employing over 6,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, so whether you spend just one year or fifty with us, it's our pledge to help youDevelop,BelongandThrive,Here.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to support a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits including:o Extensive range of learning opportunities o NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement commencing at 27 days holiday per year plus bank holidays (pro rata).o Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be an Advanced Apprentice Therapy assistant within the speciality working towards completion of the Advanced Senior Health Care Support Worker Apprenticeship over 27 months.
- The prime function of the role is to assist in the assessment and treatment of patients within the specialty under the guidance of a qualified therapist.
- To manage own caseload and to provide a high standard of assessment, management, treatment and advice to meet the needs of patients within agreed guidelines and protocols.
- To undertake specific clinical responsibilities or projects supporting the overall delivery of the service as directed by a qualified therapist.
- To work independently with identified patients, being the first contact from the clinical speciality when determined by a qualified therapist.
- To work collaboratively with colleagues in health, social care, local authority and other agencies to meet the needs of patients.
- To ensure the efficient and effective use of resources available within the team.
- To work with other members of the team in the development of the service.
- To be aware of the importance of Clinical Governance
Clinical
- To assist in the assessment of patients within the speciality, being responsible for working independently with patients with non-complex needs when determined by a qualified therapist
- To use acquired skills to plan and deliver therapy treatment programmes with guidance from a therapist and using evidence based practice
- Work collaboratively in the multidisciplinary team to plan and/or provide treatment and care of individual patients.
- Contribute to the achievement of standards/ compliance of targets within their speciality as directed by a qualified therapist.
- Provide advice and support to patients and carers throughout the patient pathway. Liaising with the multidisciplinary teams to provide a high standard of care
- Will participate in service reviews
- Provide appropriate information and education to patients and their relatives / carers.
- Supports patients and carers in coming to terms with their condition, providing ongoing support, encouraging them to promote health and wellbeing
- Establish and sustain excellent communication links with their supervising therapist and other members of the MDT.
- Participate in clinical audit and service evaluation and through evidence-based practice.
- The post holder will have a portfolio of relevant up to date evidence of clinical practice within his/her specialist field
- clinical supervision and peer group support to underpin personal professional development
- Take responsibility for driving personal annual appraisal process
- To hold responsibility for managing own caseload within an agreed defined area.
- To ensure assessment / treatment is carried out in the most appropriate environment.
- To assist therapist on home visits and to carry out visits independently as required.
- To be accountable for all aspects of own work within agreed guidelines and protocols.
- To complete a range of written documentation as appropriate.
- To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication methods to communicate effectively with patients and carers to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes.
- To ensure the safe and competent use of any equipment
- To maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with Trust Policy, appropriate Professional body and HCPC.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be an Advanced Apprentice Therapy assistant within the speciality working towards completion of the Advanced Senior Health Care Support Worker Apprenticeship over 27 months.
- The prime function of the role is to assist in the assessment and treatment of patients within the specialty under the guidance of a qualified therapist.
- To manage own caseload and to provide a high standard of assessment, management, treatment and advice to meet the needs of patients within agreed guidelines and protocols.
- To undertake specific clinical responsibilities or projects supporting the overall delivery of the service as directed by a qualified therapist.
- To work independently with identified patients, being the first contact from the clinical speciality when determined by a qualified therapist.
- To work collaboratively with colleagues in health, social care, local authority and other agencies to meet the needs of patients.
- To ensure the efficient and effective use of resources available within the team.
- To work with other members of the team in the development of the service.
- To be aware of the importance of Clinical Governance
Clinical
- To assist in the assessment of patients within the speciality, being responsible for working independently with patients with non-complex needs when determined by a qualified therapist
- To use acquired skills to plan and deliver therapy treatment programmes with guidance from a therapist and using evidence based practice
- Work collaboratively in the multidisciplinary team to plan and/or provide treatment and care of individual patients.
- Contribute to the achievement of standards/ compliance of targets within their speciality as directed by a qualified therapist.
- Provide advice and support to patients and carers throughout the patient pathway. Liaising with the multidisciplinary teams to provide a high standard of care
- Will participate in service reviews
- Provide appropriate information and education to patients and their relatives / carers.
- Supports patients and carers in coming to terms with their condition, providing ongoing support, encouraging them to promote health and wellbeing
- Establish and sustain excellent communication links with their supervising therapist and other members of the MDT.
- Participate in clinical audit and service evaluation and through evidence-based practice.
- The post holder will have a portfolio of relevant up to date evidence of clinical practice within his/her specialist field
- clinical supervision and peer group support to underpin personal professional development
- Take responsibility for driving personal annual appraisal process
- To hold responsibility for managing own caseload within an agreed defined area.
- To ensure assessment / treatment is carried out in the most appropriate environment.
- To assist therapist on home visits and to carry out visits independently as required.
- To be accountable for all aspects of own work within agreed guidelines and protocols.
- To complete a range of written documentation as appropriate.
- To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication methods to communicate effectively with patients and carers to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes.
- To ensure the safe and competent use of any equipment
- To maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with Trust Policy, appropriate Professional body and HCPC.
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- 2 GCSE's grade 'C' or above, or equivalent, including English language and Maths
- IT skills
- Commitment to work towards completion of the Advanced Senior Health Care Support Worker Apprenticeship over 27 months
Desirable
- Nationally recognised training course(s) relevant to post
Other
Essential
- Ability to undertake the physical requirements of the post
Desirable
- Access to own transport
- Full Driving Licence
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of working with people/general public
Desirable
- Experience working outpatient/community settings
- Experience working in health care environment
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Good communication and listening skills with an understanding of the needs of people with disabilities and their carers
- Leadership skills including empowerment of others
- Ability to motivate self and others
- Ability to take direction from others
- Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear, accurate and logical manner
- Ability to reflect on own practice
- Able to work as a team member
- Flexible
- Empathetic
- Reliable
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to organise own workload and assist others to manage their caseloads
- Time management skills
- Delegation skills
- Proactive problem solving skills
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services
- Ability to comprehend and work within Trust's policies to meet the differing needs of patients and carers, including Data Protection, Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety
- Ability to keep accurate and legible records
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- 2 GCSE's grade 'C' or above, or equivalent, including English language and Maths
- IT skills
- Commitment to work towards completion of the Advanced Senior Health Care Support Worker Apprenticeship over 27 months
Desirable
- Nationally recognised training course(s) relevant to post
Other
Essential
- Ability to undertake the physical requirements of the post
Desirable
- Access to own transport
- Full Driving Licence
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of working with people/general public
Desirable
- Experience working outpatient/community settings
- Experience working in health care environment
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Good communication and listening skills with an understanding of the needs of people with disabilities and their carers
- Leadership skills including empowerment of others
- Ability to motivate self and others
- Ability to take direction from others
- Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear, accurate and logical manner
- Ability to reflect on own practice
- Able to work as a team member
- Flexible
- Empathetic
- Reliable
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to organise own workload and assist others to manage their caseloads
- Time management skills
- Delegation skills
- Proactive problem solving skills
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services
- Ability to comprehend and work within Trust's policies to meet the differing needs of patients and carers, including Data Protection, Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety
- Ability to keep accurate and legible records
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).
