Job summary
We are seeking Advanced Therapy Support Workers with a patient-centred approach and a passion for caring in the community
We are developing a new service providing assistance to people who have fallen but are unable to get up without help. These patients have historically waited a long time for assistance as they are not a priority for the ambulance service. We require advanced therapy assistants to support with this
Our teams will be provided with the right training and equipment to support and provide ongoing care as needed
Alongside the falls recovery service you will also work across our core and rapid response teams. Our integrated, multi-disciplinary teams provide timely intervention that is individualised, goal-focussed supporting patients in their own homes and local care homes
We aim to prevent unnecessary admissions and facilitate timely discharges from acute and community beds and allowing people to remain in their own homes for as long as they are able. Whilst also promoting patient independence with an holistic approach, providing therapy services in their own homes with equipment to support with this
You will be well supported in the role by a skilled, multi-disciplinary team, including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Support Workers and Care Co-ordinators
Interviews will be held Monday 8th January at Whitworth Hospital, Matlock
Main duties of the job
To perform and assist in the provision of holistic, high quality care, which may include assisting patients from the floor following a fall.
To work within an appropriate supervisory and monitoring framework, following assessment proformas, agreed multi-disciplinary treatment plans and by providing and managing ongoing treatment, teaching and instruction to a referred caseload of patients.
The post holder will be expected to implement, modify and evaluate these programmes of treatment without direct supervision.
This will include rapid intervention, triage, initial assessment and reviews of patients, creating specific patient led care plans, meeting goals and liaison with other specialist services within the Trust.
The post holder will organise and prioritise their own day- to-day work tasks and activities, be able to work independently and adhere to Trust Lone Working policies, as well as delegate tasks to band 3 colleagues and support administrative tasks for the day-to-day running of the services.
As part of the role there will be a need for extensive travel and transportation of equipment around the Derbyshire Dales
About us
Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.
As a clinical employee it will be your responsibility to ensure that your behaviour and values reflect those set out in the DCHS Way outlined on our website and in the additional information provided.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
To manage a delegated caseload to provide holistic care to patients in their own homes or alternative health care setting, to promote recovery and encourage and maintain independence.
To communicate information to patients and carers regarding their health needs and associated treatment plans.
To report and take appropriate action regarding any change in patient condition or circumstance and to communicate verbal and written information to all relevant integrated care team members.
To assist in the assessment and recording of patient outcome measures.
To support senior therapy staff in the on-going development of services
To maintain and record accurate health records using Systmone/TPP in line with DCHS policies and procedures and Caldicott requirements.
To observe personal duty of care when using or supplying equipment, to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and to monitor and report to appropriate registered clinician on the effectiveness of equipment and aids to patients homes to maximise use of resources.
To ensure Every Contact Counts and contribute to public health and health promotion initiatives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
To manage a delegated caseload to provide holistic care to patients in their own homes or alternative health care setting, to promote recovery and encourage and maintain independence.
To communicate information to patients and carers regarding their health needs and associated treatment plans.
To report and take appropriate action regarding any change in patient condition or circumstance and to communicate verbal and written information to all relevant integrated care team members.
To assist in the assessment and recording of patient outcome measures.
To support senior therapy staff in the on-going development of services
To maintain and record accurate health records using Systmone/TPP in line with DCHS policies and procedures and Caldicott requirements.
To observe personal duty of care when using or supplying equipment, to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and to monitor and report to appropriate registered clinician on the effectiveness of equipment and aids to patients homes to maximise use of resources.
To ensure Every Contact Counts and contribute to public health and health promotion initiatives.
Person Specification
Qualification & Training
Essential
- Willingness to undertake further recognised training programmes applicable to the role.
- Good standard of general education, including English Language and Maths GCSE or equivalent.
- NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care, Foundation degree
Desirable
- Assistant Practitioner Qualification or equivalent
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- MDT or integrated team working experience.
- Experience of working with patients who present with complex multi-pathologies.
- Experience in using recognised falls prevention techniques, including outcome measures.
- Understanding of factors that influence health and well-being.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Community based team.
- Working knowledge of clinical audit and service improvement.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to effectively manage own time and prioritise own workload.
- Ability to work as both individual and member of ICT.
- Ability to implement and evaluate rehabilitation programme.
- IT Skills -including Systmone /TPP
Aptitude & Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible and able to use own initiative.
- Able to motivate others.
Desirable
- Experience of working with AHP and Nursing Students.
Values
Essential
- Access to and ability to use transport as travel between and across care settings will be required.
Person Specification
Qualification & Training
Essential
- Willingness to undertake further recognised training programmes applicable to the role.
- Good standard of general education, including English Language and Maths GCSE or equivalent.
- NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care, Foundation degree
Desirable
- Assistant Practitioner Qualification or equivalent
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- MDT or integrated team working experience.
- Experience of working with patients who present with complex multi-pathologies.
- Experience in using recognised falls prevention techniques, including outcome measures.
- Understanding of factors that influence health and well-being.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Community based team.
- Working knowledge of clinical audit and service improvement.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to effectively manage own time and prioritise own workload.
- Ability to work as both individual and member of ICT.
- Ability to implement and evaluate rehabilitation programme.
- IT Skills -including Systmone /TPP
Aptitude & Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible and able to use own initiative.
- Able to motivate others.
Desirable
- Experience of working with AHP and Nursing Students.
Values
Essential
- Access to and ability to use transport as travel between and across care settings will be required.
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.
