Health Care Science Practitioner

2 weeks ago

Bristol, United Kingdom North Bristol NHS Trust Full time

Are you a registered Health Care Science Practitioner (HCS-P) seeking a dynamic role where you can make a meaningful difference in patients' lives? If so, this opportunity is for you
At AAC WEST, we have an exciting vacancy for an experienced HCS-P to join our multi-disciplinary team. In this role, you'll be part of a regional Communication Aid assessment and equipment provision service that delivers life-changing support to individuals with complex needs.
What sets this role apart is the feel-good factor--you'll witness firsthand the positive impact of your work on patients every day. Unlike many other NHS roles, this position allows you to broaden your expertise by working with both adults and children, enhancing your skills in diverse and rewarding ways.
As part of our team, commissioned to serve the South West region, you'll collaborate with colleagues across various settings, gaining valuable experience in different environments. If you're ready to embrace a fulfilling challenge and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you
Main duties of the job
At NBT we commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
In this vital role, you will:
Be part of a close working specialist MDT assessing patients for AAC. You will advise on solutions for both mounting and accessibility options identifying the best fit commercially available equipment. Where this is not available, work to modify or manufacture solutions in line with national guidelines.
Become highly knowledgeable about AAC and the array of settings that can be applied to support the patients on your caseload to have the best possible access to their device. You will develop strong working relation with AAC suppliers and to have an in depth understanding of the products provided.
Need to consider the patient's holistic Assistive Technology needs and how their AAC technology can be integrated with other specialist equipment eg wheelchair access, Environmental Controls (EC) and/or computer access
Be responsible for the design and development of innovative custom items for patients
Independently run mounting clinics throughout the region to support patients who have ongoing needs
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Bristol is consistently voted the best place to live in the UK, with vibrant local music, arts and gastronomic scenes, a wide range of modern and state of the art shopping, recreation and leisure facilities, a wealth of great local family days out, fantastic transport links for local, national and internal holidays, and it has a rich history. If you prefer country, village or smaller town living, NBT is also easily commutable from a range of attractive locations in North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and South Wales (e.g. Portishead, Chepstow)
Job description
Job responsibilities
To contribute to MDT clinical assessments to identify the most appropriate AAC and Assistive Technology (AT) solutions for patients referred to the service.
To contribute to the MDTs recommendation of best fit commercially available equipment. Where this is not available, work to modify or manufacture solutions in line with national guidelines.
To maintain and develop knowledge of equipment available for patients.
To develop a strong working relation with AAC suppliers and to have a strong understanding of the products provided.
To work with the MDT to identify suitable set ups for integrated access solutions that allow patients to streamline their access for AAC, wheelchair access, Environmental Controls (EC) and/or computer access and to take responsibility to plan the management, support and implementation of these solutions.
To be responsible for the design and development of custom items for a patient such as mounting systems etc.
Maintain an awareness of current standards and developments in AAC and Assistive technology equipment and computing to advise users and clinical staff.
To take the lead in coordinating and delivering mounting clinics in the region.
To complete relevant documentation for all aspects of clinical work.
To support and adhere to quality management system.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

  • Engineering degree along side a minimum of 2 years experience of working at a senior level in a clinical environment
  • Registration on the Register of Clinical Technologists
  • Proven CPD in Assistive technology and /or AAC


Experience
Essential

  • Significant practical experience in engineering within a healthcare, social care, or education setting
  • Experience of modifying/manufacturing equipment for an individual's tailored needs and completing relevant documentation


Desirable

  • Experience in a relevant assistive technology service which could include Augmentative & Alternative Communication, Environmental Control, Wheelchair Service, Special Seating, or relevant manufacturer.


Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Essential

  • Ability to communicate technical equipment-related information to other technical and non-technical personnel at all levels within the Trust, to patients with complex medical needs, other stakeholders etc
  • Experience of working with and understanding quality management systems
  • To be responsible for the design and development of custom items for a patient such as mounting systems etc.
  • To successfully work as part of an MDT
  • Ability to communicate and interact with patients who present with sever communication, physical, sensory, behavioral and or cognitive difficulties


Desirable

  • The ability to set up and manage integrated access for various assistive tech functions


Personal Qualities
Essential

  • A Full Driving licence is essential for this role
  • Interest in technology
  • Ability to manage the emotional pressures of working with clients with complex disabilities and terminal illnesses


Employer details
Employer name
North Bristol NHS Trust
Address
Bristol Centre for Enablement
Jupiter road
Bristol
BS34 5BW
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