Job summary
Monday - Friday 8:30-4:30 37.5
To deliver an effective and competent level of therapy programme, set up by therapists within the team, under the guidance and supervision of the therapy staff. This will be led by the client's rehabilitation plan and will include supporting the work of the OTs, PTs and other team members.
To carry out simple assessments of patients referred to the team in terms of equipment provision independently.
To promptly report any therapy programme concerns to an appropriate professional as indicated by that professional's "professional guidelines"
To consistently deliver a client-focussed service which promotes optimum independence in the clients home
To adhere to the in-house code of conduct and attend mandatory and in service training.
To take a lead role in the induction of other Rehabilitation assistants
The post holder will be responsible for:
Main duties and responsibility - Clinical
Main duties and responsibility - Professional
Main duties and responsibility - Organisational
Main duties and responsibility - Effort and Environmental factors
Monday - Friday 08:30-16:30/ 9-5
Have worked within therapy team previously.
Mandatory manual handling
Know how to support safe transfers and mobility
Working with older persons, ideally community experience/ falls, experience of rehab
Main duties of the job
1. To contribute to the initial and on-going assessment of a client by completing relevant paperwork and recording and reporting feedback to the therapist.
2. To prepare for, and assist with, clinical activities delivered by the therapist.
3. To adhere to universal precautions, including hand washing and disposal of waste, and ensure effective cleaning of equipment before and after the activity.
4. To undertake prescribed therapy activities and ADL assessments that you have previously been signed competent for, and report any variances or concerns back to relevant team members.
5. To assess safety of conditions and environment prior to in/outdoor rehabilitation activities.
6. To provide clear communication and explanations to patients and effectively respond to questions posed during interventions with no direct supervision.
7. To coach other support staff in undertaking prescribed therapeutic interventions, and in the use of specific equipment
About us
We providecommunity health services to more than two million people across eleven London boroughs and Hertfordshire.
Every day, our professionals provide high-quality healthcare in people's homes and local clinics, helping them to:
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stay well
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manage their own health with the right support
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avoid unnecessary trips to, or long stays in, hospital.
We support our patients at every stage of their lives, providing health visiting for new-born babies through to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation and palliative care for people towards the end of their lives.
Our vision:deliver great care closer to home.
Our mission: working together to give children a better start and adults greater independence
Job description
Job responsibilities
8. To enable clients to maintain and improve their independence by fitting prescribed equipment, demonstrate and educate safe use of equipment.
9. To teach the client mobility techniques with a variety of equipment including wheelchairs.
10. To maximize and maintain patient safety at all times. This may include continual improvements in care such as working to reduce falls and pressure areas.
11. To assist therapists in ordering appropriate equipment for clients.
12. To refer clients to other agencies, as advised by therapist.
13. To handle and move clients, as indicated, by using prescribed equipment and techniques as detailed in training and be familiar with, and utilise, the services and advice given by the Handling Advisor
14. To contribute to the protection of vulnerable adults from abuse by highlighting and monitoring for signs of abuse and reporting these to the therapist.
15. To respond any client questions constructively and to promptly pass on any questions you are unable to resolve, to appropriate professionals.
16. To manage your own caseload, time and appointments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
8. To enable clients to maintain and improve their independence by fitting prescribed equipment, demonstrate and educate safe use of equipment.
9. To teach the client mobility techniques with a variety of equipment including wheelchairs.
10. To maximize and maintain patient safety at all times. This may include continual improvements in care such as working to reduce falls and pressure areas.
11. To assist therapists in ordering appropriate equipment for clients.
12. To refer clients to other agencies, as advised by therapist.
13. To handle and move clients, as indicated, by using prescribed equipment and techniques as detailed in training and be familiar with, and utilise, the services and advice given by the Handling Advisor
14. To contribute to the protection of vulnerable adults from abuse by highlighting and monitoring for signs of abuse and reporting these to the therapist.
15. To respond any client questions constructively and to promptly pass on any questions you are unable to resolve, to appropriate professionals.
16. To manage your own caseload, time and appointments.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level, with English and Mathematics at grade C or above
- NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or Promoting Independence or Rehabilitation or equivalent undergraduate award
Desirable
- Member of relevant specialist interest group
- NVQ Therapeutic and Diagnostic Support Level
Experience
Essential
- Moderate experience of working in a caring role in the NHS for at least a year, including patients with physical disabilities. Experience working as a member of a team
- Sound understanding of confidentiality
- Knowledge of recent NHS developments and how they may impact on patient care
- Current issues in the delivery of Services for older people
Desirable
- Experience of working in a multi-cultural society
- Experience of working in the community
- Experience of working as an assistant in a health and social care setting
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Competent IT skills
- Ability to follow written instruction
- Awareness of health &social issues relating to physical disabilities
- Ability to participate in administration and clerical duties
Desirable
- Understanding of Health needs in a diverse cultural and socio-economic community
Key Attributes
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate empathy
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level, with English and Mathematics at grade C or above
- NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or Promoting Independence or Rehabilitation or equivalent undergraduate award
Desirable
- Member of relevant specialist interest group
- NVQ Therapeutic and Diagnostic Support Level
Experience
Essential
- Moderate experience of working in a caring role in the NHS for at least a year, including patients with physical disabilities. Experience working as a member of a team
- Sound understanding of confidentiality
- Knowledge of recent NHS developments and how they may impact on patient care
- Current issues in the delivery of Services for older people
Desirable
- Experience of working in a multi-cultural society
- Experience of working in the community
- Experience of working as an assistant in a health and social care setting
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Competent IT skills
- Ability to follow written instruction
- Awareness of health &social issues relating to physical disabilities
- Ability to participate in administration and clerical duties
Desirable
- Understanding of Health needs in a diverse cultural and socio-economic community
Key Attributes
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate empathy
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
