Job summary
A fantastic and rare opportunity has arisen for a Community Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join NN1 Community Nursing and Therapy Team in North Place. We would welcome applicants with a "can do" attitude who reflect the values (compassion, creativity and community) and behaviours of the organisation. This team covers Fakenham, Wells, Holt and Sheringham surgeries and seeks to provide care to those in their own homes and care homes within these catchment areas. Although training and support will be given within this role, we are seeking an enthusiastic candidate with existing Therapy experience. Experience working already at a Band 4 level or experienced Band 3 in the community or acute setting would therefore be advantageous.
The role willcontribute to the delivery of care packages for patients with long term conditions,palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life andindependence where possible.? To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital? To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital? To work with all health care professionals.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside our Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists & other Community Assistant Practitioners to provide a lead focus on organising and conducting equipment reviews within care homes throughout North Norfolko To contribute in the delivery of high standards of health care to patients within their own homes, care homes, the travelling community, Community Hospitals and clinics, by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating packages of care.o To work within a reablement philosophy, using strengths basedassessments and actively promoting independence for the patients.
About us
There is a varied caseload of patients and you will work in and be supported by the experienced multi-disciplinary team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and other Community Assistant Practitioners.
The Trust is passionate about staff development and offers a number of development opportunities for staff, as well as regular in-service training and continued professional development. Successful applicants will work within a a friendly and professional therapy team and with the wider Primary Care Network, as well as outside agencies for the benefit of patients.
Please note that the ability to travel across the area is essential for this role.
Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:1. Assess patients with straightforward requirements based on predetermineddepartment protocols.2. Prepare for, carry out and monitor assessments and treatments in specified clinicalareas, and discharge in line with predetermined department protocols.3. Apply competency based treatment techniques/care to patients with specific conditionsunder the supervision of a qualified practitioner.4. Modify and progress intervention / treatment using own clinical reasoning, notifying aqualified practitioner accordingly.5. Prepare for and develop individual/group activities to meet defined intervention needs.6. Monitor patients and promptly alert a qualified practitioner when there are unexpectedchanges.7. Demonstrate problem solving, and contribute to the solution, working with colleagues.8. Make basic judgements on patients response to prescribed treatment, and reportfindings to a qualified practitioner.9. Plan and prioritise own visits to delegated patients, and ensure these are documentedin personal work diary.10. Ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputtingis completed on a daily basis.11. Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mentalcapacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations requireadjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.12. Be required to use tact and persuasive skills in order to gain the patients co-operationin their treatment/care/management plan.13. Liaise with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health care professionalsand the voluntary sector to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinatedappropriately.14. To participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. GoldStandard Framework.15. Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance,tact and empathy.16. Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients,carers and other health care professionals.17. Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients whereaccuracy is important, e.g. taking blood sugars, venepuncture, supervising transfers,passive exercises.18. Be responsible for ensuring equipment is used safely, following appropriate training,and that it is maintained appropriately.Page | 419. Contribute to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic orderingsystems.20. Work predominantly independently on specified tasks, with regular clinical support andsupervision by a qualified practitioner.21. Work with qualified practitioners with group work/clinics as required.22. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent, and gain consent asappropriate following department policy.23. Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, pool cars, cleaning specialistequipment and general house keeping tasks.24. Share responsibility for indirect patient contact tasks, such as, answering telephones,arranging appointments, processing referrals and inputting activity data.25. Will be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis,therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.26. Demonstrate basic IT and standard keyboard skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:1. Assess patients with straightforward requirements based on predetermineddepartment protocols.2. Prepare for, carry out and monitor assessments and treatments in specified clinicalareas, and discharge in line with predetermined department protocols.3. Apply competency based treatment techniques/care to patients with specific conditionsunder the supervision of a qualified practitioner.4. Modify and progress intervention / treatment using own clinical reasoning, notifying aqualified practitioner accordingly.5. Prepare for and develop individual/group activities to meet defined intervention needs.6. Monitor patients and promptly alert a qualified practitioner when there are unexpectedchanges.7. Demonstrate problem solving, and contribute to the solution, working with colleagues.8. Make basic judgements on patients response to prescribed treatment, and reportfindings to a qualified practitioner.9. Plan and prioritise own visits to delegated patients, and ensure these are documentedin personal work diary.10. Ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputtingis completed on a daily basis.11. Where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mentalcapacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension, explanations requireadjustments in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance.12. Be required to use tact and persuasive skills in order to gain the patients co-operationin their treatment/care/management plan.13. Liaise with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health care professionalsand the voluntary sector to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinatedappropriately.14. To participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g. GoldStandard Framework.15. Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance,tact and empathy.16. Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients,carers and other health care professionals.17. Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients whereaccuracy is important, e.g. taking blood sugars, venepuncture, supervising transfers,passive exercises.18. Be responsible for ensuring equipment is used safely, following appropriate training,and that it is maintained appropriately.Page | 419. Contribute to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic orderingsystems.20. Work predominantly independently on specified tasks, with regular clinical support andsupervision by a qualified practitioner.21. Work with qualified practitioners with group work/clinics as required.22. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent, and gain consent asappropriate following department policy.23. Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, pool cars, cleaning specialistequipment and general house keeping tasks.24. Share responsibility for indirect patient contact tasks, such as, answering telephones,arranging appointments, processing referrals and inputting activity data.25. Will be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis,therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.26. Demonstrate basic IT and standard keyboard skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3, or equivalent knowledge and experience
- Foundation degree programme, or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience
- Good general education
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people, in the statutory/voluntary/private sector
- Experience of working with people at the End of life
- Literacy skills
- Evidence of ongoing learning
Desirable
- Experience of working in people's homes
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses
- Good communication skills
- Highly motivated
Desirable
- Knowledge of multi-disciplinary team roles
- Experience of working in a community setting
Communication
Essential
- Tact & diplomacy
- Empathy & sensitivity
- Ability to use own initiative
- Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written forms
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- A team player
- Awareness of own limitations
- Good organisational skills
- Open to change and development
Personal Attributes / Behaviours
Essential
- Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
- Able to show initiative
- Able to work alone
- Assertive
- Good listening skills
Other
Essential
- Professional appearance
- Able to kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments.
- Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
- Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids
- Be reliable
- Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
- Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3, or equivalent knowledge and experience
- Foundation degree programme, or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience
- Good general education
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people, in the statutory/voluntary/private sector
- Experience of working with people at the End of life
- Literacy skills
- Evidence of ongoing learning
Desirable
- Experience of working in people's homes
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses
- Good communication skills
- Highly motivated
Desirable
- Knowledge of multi-disciplinary team roles
- Experience of working in a community setting
Communication
Essential
- Tact & diplomacy
- Empathy & sensitivity
- Ability to use own initiative
- Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written forms
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- A team player
- Awareness of own limitations
- Good organisational skills
- Open to change and development
Personal Attributes / Behaviours
Essential
- Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
- Able to show initiative
- Able to work alone
- Assertive
- Good listening skills
Other
Essential
- Professional appearance
- Able to kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments.
- Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
- Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids
- Be reliable
- Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
- Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language
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.
