Senior Technical Instructor

2 months ago


Plymouth, United Kingdom University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Full time

Clinical To be accountable for own clinical practice and caseload management. To work without direct supervision but under the direction of qualified staff in the performance of specific tasks for musculoskeletal and respiratory outpatients, as part of their treatment and rehabilitation programmes. Duties may include: Deliver and modify individual treatment programmes Manage patients through set treatment protocols and rehabilitation pathways Develop person specific goals for individuals Deliver and modify group rehabilitation classes Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes as required Conduct basic physiotherapeutic respiratory assessment Teaching safe use of gym and specialist rehabilitation equipment Basic respiratory assessment and auscultation. To understand, provide, receive and exchange complex condition related information with patients and relatives, who may have communication difficulties.

To be actively involved in the communication of information regarding patients conditions and any other useful information to the physiotherapists and other members of the multidisciplinary team. To communicate effectively with patients and carers. Communication skills of persuasion, motivation and explanation will be required. Barriers to communication may include loss of hearing, pain, language and mood.

To be aware at all times of the needs of patients during illness or disability and to promote and encourage independence and restoration of function. Be aware of treatment protocols, rehabilitation guidelines and current evidence base for musculoskeletal and respiratory outpatients. Plan and manage own patient caseload across musculoskeletal and respiratory outpatients. To work independently, but under the direction of an HCPC registered physiotherapist to perform procedures and treatment plans for an individual or group of patients, as part of their treatment and rehabilitation programmes.

To write treatment notes in a concise, accurate and timely manner in line with departmental standards. These notes do not require qualified staff countersignature. To be involved in the induction, training, development and supervision of students, Technical instructors and Assistants. To undertake any non-clinical / clerical duties as necessary.

This may include maintaining stock levels, ordering equipment, and filing, dealing with telephone calls, and cleaning. To be involved in the delivery, collection, cleaning and maintenance of therapy equipment. SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE To actively participate in the Trusts Personal Development Programme (PDP) and have a positive approach to continual professional development. The post holder will demonstrate skills and knowledge regarding specific patient conditions (musculoskeletal and respiratory outpatients) and specialist rehabilitation therapy beyond that of a Technical instructor.

These skills and knowledge will be gained through specific advanced training, experience or formal qualifications to NVQ 3 / equivalent or higher levels. Organisational To attend organised training sessions, including annual fire lectures, cardiac resuscitation lectures and any in-service training arranged by the Physiotherapy staff. To abide by the CSP Physiotherapy Assistants Code of Conduct. To comply with Trust and departmental policies and procedures.

To be aware of the Health and Safety aspects of your work and abide by policies including the prompt recording and documentation of incidents and accidents. Participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies. To participate in the appraisal system and Personal Development Programme and act as an appraiser for physiotherapy assistant staff. Any other duties which may be considered appropriate by the qualified staff or the physiotherapy manager.

To undertake as directed the collection of data for use in service audit. Be responsible for the safe and competent use of rehabilitation equipment by patients, through teaching, training and supervision of practice.



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