Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join oursmall team at Holly Wheelchair Service in West Essex in this newly created post.
We are a forward looking, dynamic NHS wheelchair service where excellence is standard . We are a fully NHS service and part of a wider NHS Trust providing Community health and Mental health services.
We always strive to provide the best possible level of service to our clients and we are looking for someonewho will do the same, You will need to work with our clients to meet their clinical needs and to help them achieve the things which matter to them.
The successful applicant will be have a positive, cheerful outlook, and be happy working in a fast paced environment.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for someone with at least 2 years post qualification experience working with people with long term conditions, Experience in areas such as neurology, paediatrics, leaning disability or community services would beadvantageous,Previous wheelchair service experience is highly desirable but not essential, an induction and skills programme will be arranged, depending on your level of wheelchair and postural management experience.
You will be working in clinic and in the community, in client's homes, schools, day centres and care homes. This is a very varied job so flexibility is important, as is an empathetic manner and a holistic approach to assessments. You will need excellent problem solving skills and a good understanding of the way mobility and posture impact on all aspects of a person's life.
You will be well supported to independently manage a caseload which will include children and adults with a wide range of predominantly neurological conditions. Assessing and prescribing equipment to meet their clinical needs.
There will be opportunities to work with complex equipment including modular seating systems, high performance wheelchairs,specialist powered wheelchairs and 'special controls'.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake in depth assessments of mobility needs, pressure careneeds and postural support requirements, dependent on experience.
Work alongside Rehab engineers and Wheelchair Technicians to review and adapt equipment, as the person's needs change.
Provide user training and ensure that equipment is safely and correctly set up for client at handover appointments.
Demonstrate a kind, calm and patient approach with clients, many of whom have difficulties with communication.
Understand the importance of working within the service criteria and budget constrains to deliver an equitable service to all clients, according to their needs.
Think creatively to support reconditioning and re-use of equipment, when appropriate.
Use electronic patient record systems, equipment management systems and spreadsheets to keep accurate notes and to communicate with contractors and with other healthcare professionals.
Communicate effectively with other HCPs and also with clients and their family or carers to provide clear information and training around equipment.
Support clients with 'Personal wheelchair Budget' decisions and manage the client relatedadministration of the PWB process.
Keep accurate, up to date records of client contacts including face to face, telephone and electronic communications.
Participate in team meetings and supervision sessions.
Provide supervision to junior staff and engage in training and support for students.
Contribute to service developments and deliver wheelchair prescriber training alongside other team members.
Develop positive working relationships with local and regional HCPs who refer to the service.
Travel within West Essex to carry out domiciliary visits when required. Own vehicle preferred.
Use all opportunities to develop a highly specialist level of knowledge of wheelchairs and posture management. Use this knowledge to support Therapy colleagues working in other areas of the Trust.
Attend internal and external training courses.
Liaise with equipment suppliers and their Reps to ensure accurate and up to date product knowledge.
See Job description for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake in depth assessments of mobility needs, pressure careneeds and postural support requirements, dependent on experience.
Work alongside Rehab engineers and Wheelchair Technicians to review and adapt equipment, as the person's needs change.
Provide user training and ensure that equipment is safely and correctly set up for client at handover appointments.
Demonstrate a kind, calm and patient approach with clients, many of whom have difficulties with communication.
Understand the importance of working within the service criteria and budget constrains to deliver an equitable service to all clients, according to their needs.
Think creatively to support reconditioning and re-use of equipment, when appropriate.
Use electronic patient record systems, equipment management systems and spreadsheets to keep accurate notes and to communicate with contractors and with other healthcare professionals.
Communicate effectively with other HCPs and also with clients and their family or carers to provide clear information and training around equipment.
Support clients with 'Personal wheelchair Budget' decisions and manage the client relatedadministration of the PWB process.
Keep accurate, up to date records of client contacts including face to face, telephone and electronic communications.
Participate in team meetings and supervision sessions.
Provide supervision to junior staff and engage in training and support for students.
Contribute to service developments and deliver wheelchair prescriber training alongside other team members.
Develop positive working relationships with local and regional HCPs who refer to the service.
Travel within West Essex to carry out domiciliary visits when required. Own vehicle preferred.
Use all opportunities to develop a highly specialist level of knowledge of wheelchairs and posture management. Use this knowledge to support Therapy colleagues working in other areas of the Trust.
Attend internal and external training courses.
Liaise with equipment suppliers and their Reps to ensure accurate and up to date product knowledge.
See Job description for full details.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
- Minimum of 2 years broad based post registration experience
Desirable
- Previous experience working with wheelchairs and postural management
- Experience in managing postural deformity and/or prescribing wheelchairs
- Current driving licence and access to own vehicle
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
- Minimum of 2 years broad based post registration experience
Desirable
- Previous experience working with wheelchairs and postural management
- Experience in managing postural deformity and/or prescribing wheelchairs
- Current driving licence and access to own vehicle
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Independent Living Centre
Unit 3 Stortford Hall Industrial Park, Dunmow Road
Bishop's Stortford
CM23 5GZ
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
