Senior Wheelchair Therapist

6 months ago


SouthendonSea, United Kingdom Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time, enthusiastic & self-motivated Band 6 Wheelchair Therapist, to join our busy and friendly Wheelchair Service based in Southend-on-Sea

The Band 6 Wheelchair Therapist would be responsible for delivering evidence based client-centred assessments, tailored equipment provision and ongoing case management, to meet the clinical needs of clients with a wide range of postural and mobility needs.

The successful applicant will support the Clinical Lead and Wheelchair Service Manager in all aspects of service provision, while independently managing a varied caseload.

Regular professional supervision and CPD will be provided and excellent opportunities for on-going professional and self-development.

A valid, clean driving license and use of a vehicle is essential.

To be clinically responsible for the ongoing management and assessment of children and adults, with a wide variety of postural and mobility needs.

Undertake assessment of Posture & Seating needs, in relation to equipment provision & Pressure Care.

Be responsible for provision of Wheelchairs, Powered & Manual, and Paediatric Equipment within existing eligibility criteria.

Work closely with Community Therapists, Social Services, Voluntary Agencies, etc., to ensure that wheelchair provision is fully integrated.

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
Season Ticket Loans

NHS discounts for staff

Excellent Training facilities and opportunities

Buying and Selling annual leave scheme

The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work

Day One Flexible Employer

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

To assess, evaluate, and develop individually agreed objectives with clients with a range of physical and psychological conditions, including people with severe cognitive impairment and/or disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Motor Neurone Disease.

To carry out skilled & evidence based interventions with the client, e.g. Postural management.

To be responsible for own practice and accountable for all aspects of treatment and provision delivered to the client, undertaking this treatment as an autonomous practitioner.

To be able to analyse clinical & social information from a range of sources to integrate into treatment plan.

To analyse and understand the impact of equipment provision in relation to treatment regimes from other sources, such as spinal surgery & tendon releases on children with Cerebral Palsy, Botox injections for MS clients, PEG insertion.

To have a good understanding of the implications of deteriorating conditions and the effect on seating and mobility needs.

To be proactive in identifying and providing assessment for clients who need reviewing, to ensure equipment and intervention meets the changing needs.

Be highly skilled in communicating with clients of all ages who have a range of physical & psychological barriers to understanding, e.g. hearing impairments, severe learning disabilities.

To be responsible for identification & recommendation of purchase & supply of specialist equipment, having taken into account client risk assessment & safety implications.

To provide clients with assessment & training in Wheelchair handling and safety within the Wheelchair Clinic, clients’ home/school/workplace, or other venue that is appropriate, ensuring the best & safest provision is made, within service constraints, to maximise the client’s mobility & function.

To provide specialist advice on equipment use to other Health/Social/Educational & Voluntary Sector services, highlighting the impact of incorrect use on patient care.

To be a source of clinical expertise and advice for other Health & Social Care professionals, in relation to equipment use and posture management, e.g. Community & Hospital based therapists, District Nurses, Social Services, & Educational staff.

To be responsible for the development and maintenance of good working relationships with wheelchair manufacturers and representatives, wheelchair suppliers, repair and maintenance contractors, rehab



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