Job summary
The Fylde and Wyre Intermediate Care South team is based at Westview Health Village, Broadway, Fleetwood.
The service has 2 parts - Reablement with Therapy within patients' homes and Thornton House Rehabilitation Unit which is an 18 bedded Unit.
The team consists of experienced and dynamic Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Physiotherapy Apprentice, Therapy instructor and a Team Administrator.
The team is fully integrated with Social Care and care providers to assess, provide treatment and equipment for patients during patient therapy episodes referred to by Social Services and the hospital discharge teams.
The team awork alongside Social Care Colleagues, District Nurses, Reablement North Occupational Therapists, Compass Medical (FCMS), Thornton House Carers and an external care agency-Cherish.
Our aim is to encourage people to regain independence and confidence to take part in daily activities with a person-centred approach. As an experienced Band 4 Therapy Instructor you will work within the community delivering therapy support to individuals requiring rehabilitation and assessment of their mobility in their own homes and within an 18 bedded Rehabilitation Unit.
You will need to be enthusiastic, forward thinking and have a problem solving approach to patient management; with excellent communication/ interpersonal skills and demonstration of the ability to support other team members. Experience of working in the NHS would be advantageous.
Main duties of the job
This post will provide support to both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, and will need specific skills in both areas.
- Responsible for assessment, intervention and discharge planning of patients assigned following triage by both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy.
- Gain informed consent from the patient prior to assessment, fully discussing proposed treatment, encouraging questions and giving them the choice as to whether to proceed or not. To inform supervisor of any concerns about capacity.
- Use technical and creative skills to assist in the provision of therapeutic activities for individual and groups of patients.
- Responsible for managing delegated caseload on a day to day basis including prioritisation of tasks.
- Work in the community as a lone worker in line with Trust and departmental Lone Working Policy.
About us
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Intermediate care team for a permanent full time Therapy Instructor.
Successful applicants will have access to clinical supervision andin-service-training.
The hours are to be worked over 5 days Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30-4.30pm. This post is be be considered for full or part time. The working hours will be discussed at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work within a multi disciplinary team under the long arm supervision of the occupational therapists and physiotherapists. You will be responsible for managing and prioritising a delegated caseload to assess and provide holistic care working along side individuals to support them to meet their identified goals.
TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Knowledge and skills acquired through previous experience working in OccupationalTherapy and Physiotherapy and extended through Continuing ProfessionalDevelopment.
- Undertake competency training for specified duties, both within OccupationalTherapy and Physiotherapy.
- Attend mandatory training including Moving and Handling, Basic Life Support,Consent, Fire, Equality & Diversity, Child Protection Awareness etc.
- Demonstrate an awareness of policy and procedure affecting the post.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Undertake assessment and intervention within designated caseload. Working withpeople on an individual and group basis.
- Provide general advice to patients, relatives and carers to enable understanding ofthe aims of the prescribed intervention, ensuring there is a consistent approach topatient care and offering information on community services.
- Negotiate and agree functional treatment goals with the patient using a range oftechnical and creative skills.
- Formulate treatment plans, including exercises, assistance with gait, moving,handling and positioning of patients, to enable them to participate in treatment.Enable patients to overcome barriers and improve ability to perform activities ofeveryday living. This may include confidence building.
- Demonstrate exercise programmes to carers in residential setting and patients own home and encourage participation as indicated.
- Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required in discussion with your Supervisor where necessary.
- Be responsible for the agreed discharge of patients following completion of an episode of care.
- Use problem solving skills to adapt intervention and resolve difficulties that arise.
- Extend and develop skills related to a variety of clinical areas through practical experience.
- Visit patients in their own homes to assess for, fit and check daily living equipment, mobility equipment and recommend minor adaptations.
- Develop a rapport with patients to encourage their interest and participation in prescribed intervention.
- To work as a lone practitioner in a variety of community settings where there is a requirement to make decisions spontaneously within Trust Policies and Guidelines. Ensure you are aware of systems in place in order to seek back-up from qualified staff if required.
- Report to your named Supervisor at agreed intervals outlining caseload progress, highlighting any problems or difficulties and informing of discharge
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work within a multi disciplinary team under the long arm supervision of the occupational therapists and physiotherapists. You will be responsible for managing and prioritising a delegated caseload to assess and provide holistic care working along side individuals to support them to meet their identified goals.
TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Knowledge and skills acquired through previous experience working in OccupationalTherapy and Physiotherapy and extended through Continuing ProfessionalDevelopment.
- Undertake competency training for specified duties, both within OccupationalTherapy and Physiotherapy.
- Attend mandatory training including Moving and Handling, Basic Life Support,Consent, Fire, Equality & Diversity, Child Protection Awareness etc.
- Demonstrate an awareness of policy and procedure affecting the post.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Undertake assessment and intervention within designated caseload. Working withpeople on an individual and group basis.
- Provide general advice to patients, relatives and carers to enable understanding ofthe aims of the prescribed intervention, ensuring there is a consistent approach topatient care and offering information on community services.
- Negotiate and agree functional treatment goals with the patient using a range oftechnical and creative skills.
- Formulate treatment plans, including exercises, assistance with gait, moving,handling and positioning of patients, to enable them to participate in treatment.Enable patients to overcome barriers and improve ability to perform activities ofeveryday living. This may include confidence building.
- Demonstrate exercise programmes to carers in residential setting and patients own home and encourage participation as indicated.
- Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required in discussion with your Supervisor where necessary.
- Be responsible for the agreed discharge of patients following completion of an episode of care.
- Use problem solving skills to adapt intervention and resolve difficulties that arise.
- Extend and develop skills related to a variety of clinical areas through practical experience.
- Visit patients in their own homes to assess for, fit and check daily living equipment, mobility equipment and recommend minor adaptations.
- Develop a rapport with patients to encourage their interest and participation in prescribed intervention.
- To work as a lone practitioner in a variety of community settings where there is a requirement to make decisions spontaneously within Trust Policies and Guidelines. Ensure you are aware of systems in place in order to seek back-up from qualified staff if required.
- Report to your named Supervisor at agreed intervals outlining caseload progress, highlighting any problems or difficulties and informing of discharge
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent experience / Transferable skills.
- Literacy skills.
- Computer skills.
- Full UK driving license.
Desirable
- Understanding of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy core skills.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in relevant clinical area.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good communication skills both written and verbal.
- Good observational skills.
- Ability to make independent clinical and professional decisions taking into consideration Trust/ Departmental Policies/ Procedures.
- Able to work under pressure and seek support when required.
- A knowledge and practical experience of manual handling.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community health setting.
- Experience in managing own caseload.
- Able to demonstrate commitment to continued Professional Development.
Skills
Essential
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Approachable.
- Flexible
- Enthusiastic
- Able to work well as part of a team.
- Able to work contracted hours but be flexible to meet the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent experience / Transferable skills.
- Literacy skills.
- Computer skills.
- Full UK driving license.
Desirable
- Understanding of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy core skills.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in relevant clinical area.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good communication skills both written and verbal.
- Good observational skills.
- Ability to make independent clinical and professional decisions taking into consideration Trust/ Departmental Policies/ Procedures.
- Able to work under pressure and seek support when required.
- A knowledge and practical experience of manual handling.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community health setting.
- Experience in managing own caseload.
- Able to demonstrate commitment to continued Professional Development.
Skills
Essential
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Approachable.
- Flexible
- Enthusiastic
- Able to work well as part of a team.
- Able to work contracted hours but be flexible to meet the needs of the service.
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).
