Therapist/Allied Health Professional

2 months ago

Brighton, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust Full time

About the Role

The Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Therapist/Allied Health Professional to join our Admission Prevention Team at the Royal Sussex County Hospital. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in preventing hospital admissions by working closely with A&E staff to ensure seamless, safe, and effective discharge plans for patients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Utilize your clinical expertise to support A&E staff in the management of discharging patients into the community and community beds.
  • Support with the induction of new staff and attend MDT meetings as required.
  • Provide training and education to A&E staff on community services and discharge management processes.
  • Maintain accurate records and data in a timely manner, adhering to information governance and data sets required for the service.
  • Offer advice and support to patients and carers on healthcare matters, utilizing your clinical expertise to facilitate rapid discharge and prevent hospital admission.

Person Specification

  • Professional qualification in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy, with current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.
  • Substantial relevant post-qualification experience, including experience of working within a relevant specialist area, interdisciplinary working, and supervising junior staff.
  • Excellent clinical decision-making skills, with the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for individuals.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to demonstrate leadership in practice and promote choice and independence in patient care.
  • IT literacy and knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the clinical setting.

About Us

The Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, serving a population of over 1 million. Our 6,000 staff are dedicated to providing excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, and supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.

Why Work for Us?

  • Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture and leadership, and staff wellbeing support.
  • Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county.
  • Supportive flexible working patterns, including part-time, flexible time, annualized hours, and flexible retirement options.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities, including research opportunities.
  • Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton.
  • Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+, and Religion and Belief staff networks.
  • Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces.
  • Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA).
  • Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast.
  • Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff.

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