Acupuncturist - Rehabilitation Therapist

2 weeks ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom STEPS Rehabilitation Full time
Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside our team of therapists delivering high-quality holistic therapy to our clients throughout their rehabilitation journey.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work with and support an inter-disciplinary team of nurses, rehabilitation assistants, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, psychologists, and occupational therapists delivering care and rehabilitation.
  • Provide acupuncture within your individual sphere of competency, to meet client needs and in line with professional procedures and guidelines, communicating sensitive condition-related information in an empathetic and reassuring way.
  • Work as part of a complementary therapy team to assess client needs and in partnership with the client devise a treatment plan to meet those needs.
  • Inform clients, carers, and the STEPS team about the benefits and side effects of acupuncture as appropriate.
  • Monitor and review the effectiveness of the therapy given and modify as necessary.
  • Work autonomously with support available from a senior therapist as required.
  • Identify any additional support needs and refer to other health specialists as required.
  • Maintain accurate and contemporaneous documentation according to STEPS standards, including clinical notes and reports.
  • Complete and update clients' reports where required within a timely manner.
  • Apply manual handling principles as outlined by legislation and department procedures.
  • Provide supervision, support, and guidance to other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Contribute to service development initiatives and always promote high-quality care for clients.
  • Escalate issues as required following STEPS guidance and operating procedures.
  • Be compliant with the clinical governance requirements operating within STEPS procedures.
  • Participate in clinical audits and research as and when directed by a supervising therapist.
  • Assist in carrying out procedures relating to the personal care and nutritional needs of clients and assist in dealing with emergencies as required.
  • Be flexible and able to offer support to other clinical areas as required.
  • Deliver joint sessions with other therapists.
Person Specification
  • Experience:
    • Essential:
      • A minimum of 2 years' experience.
      • Experience of working with people with care and/or rehabilitation needs (paid or voluntary).
    • Desirable:
      • Experience working with people with complex care needs.
      • Experience communicating with people with complex communication needs and ability to adapt accordingly.
      • Client record/note keeping experience.
      • Understanding of CQC (Care Quality Commission) Regulations, the Health and Social Care Act.
      • Experience of working to clinical procedures and processes.
      • Demonstrable experience and working knowledge of the Data Protection Act, Client Confidentiality, Equality and Diversity, and Safeguarding.
      • Delivering basic first aid.
  • Qualifications:
    • Essential:
      • Degree in Acupuncture / BAAC Certified.
    • Desirable:
      • Safeguarding Level 2 / 3 training.
      • Care Certificate.
      • First Aid Training.
  • Skills & Attributes:
    • Essential:
      • Competent user of a range of IT software packages and ability to learn new systems quickly.
      • To be able to deliver care in a way which is positive, engaging, respectful, and mindful of client dignity at all times.
      • Excellent problem-solving skills, and a dynamic approach.
      • Excellent communicator both written and verbal / demonstrate excellent listening skills.
      • Able to form key working relationships with colleagues, understand the dynamics of interdisciplinary working.


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