Physiotherapy Assistant

Job summary

We are looking for a full time therapy assistant practitioner to work as part of the Liverpool Pulmonary Rehabilitation team within the Therapies Department at Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (LHCH).

The successful post-holder will assist the qualified therapists in delivering long pulmonary rehabilitation service to patients in acute hospital and community settings.

You will contribute to the assessment and treatment of patients both individually and in groups, undertaking therapeutic work and supervising patients in activity relating to their treatment and will assist with integrating patients into digital resources as part of their educational rehabilitation therefore good IT skills are essential.

Good communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work well individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary team in delivering excellent patient-centred care.

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As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.

We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.

We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.

Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.

To assist the qualified therapists in delivering a pulmonary rehabilitation service to patients in acute hospital and community settings.

To contribute to the assessment and treatment of patients both individually and in groups, undertaking therapeutic work and supervising patients in activity relating to their treatment.

To integrate patients into digital resources as part of their educational rehabilitation

To undertake general departmental duties such as tidying, collation of data and ordering equipment.

To undertake admin and clerical tasks to maintain the smooth running of the service.

To be willing to drive to community venues (travel expenses will be paid)

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

CLINICAL

1. To participate in and contribute to the Therapists assessment and treatment planning.

2. To complete delegated therapy interventions in acute and community setting once trained to do so including exercise and education programmes.

3. To liaise with the Therapist as necessary regarding variations to expected outcomes from the treatment programmes.

4. To liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team on behalf of the Therapist regarding a patients progress.

5. Under the direction of the Therapists to be responsible for liaising with patients, relatives, carers, equipment services, social and health care professionals and other voluntary organisations and statutory bodies.

6. Under supervision to order equipment identified by Therapists and contribute to ensuring its timely delivery.

7. To complete documentation ensuring records are accurate, timely and in accordance with Trust, Professional and Departmental standards and procedures.

8. To organise and prioritise own delegated workload, under supervision of qualified staff, using effective time management skills responding flexibly to changing priorities.

9. To work effectively with various members of the therapy team, including demonstrating the ability to work flexibly under the guidance of a number of different staff.

10. To use IT systems for documentation and data entry.

ORGANISATIONAL

1. To gain informed consent for therapeutic interventions and treat patients/clients in a manner that respects peoples choice, privacy, dignity and individuality once trained to do so.

2. To comply with the Trust and Professional Codes of Conduct acting in accordance with Trust protocols, procedures and guidelines as required.

3. To take a proactive role in keeping the department clean and tidy and following infection prevention procedures.

4. To contribute to ensuring therapy equipment is clean and that no damaged or unsafe equipment is used, once trained to do so.

5. To be aware of the health and safety aspects of work and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the health and safety of the work environment, including reporting of any accident or incident to a clinical manager.

6. To provide statistical information required by the Team.

7. To contribute to the audits and research as appropriate.

PROFESSIONAL

To demonstrate a commitment for own continued development of skills and knowledge by:
1. Attending mandatory