Therapy Assistant Practitioner: Elective Orthopaedics

3 days ago

Leicester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Of Leicester Nhs Trust Full time

Job summary 3 x posts (Full and Part Time) These exciting positions are ideal for an enthusiastic person who is passionate about providing therapy to patients following Elective Orthopaedic surgery.
You will join our established team of therapists who cover the Elective Orthopaedic Unit at Leicester General Hospital, working across Inpatient Wards and Pre-Assessment Clinic.
You will work collaboratively with the MDT to get the best outcome for the patients and facilitate timely discharges.
You will manage a clinical caseload of patients on the Elective Orthopaedic Inpatient Wards by completing timely assessments of patients and develop individualised treatment plans to progress their functional ability, mobility and discharge plans.
You will develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of Orthopaedic conditions.
You will work closely with both Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, developing your skills and competencies, treating patients from admission through to discharge.
Main duties of the job The post involves taking on responsibility for managing a caseload, which will involve providing therapy/rehabilitation/discharge planning to patients with a variety of conditions affecting them both physically and psychologically.
You will also be required to communicate with carers and family members in a sensitive and professional manner.
You will plan and implement interventions (functional and cognitive) and evaluate outcomes of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy treatments under the supervision of an appropriate Registered Healthcare Professional.You will be facilitating timely discharge of patients post-surgery, to support with the patients recovery and preventing delays.
You will be required to refer onto to the appropriate agencies as needed.There will be close working with other members of the MDT to be able to complete this along with strong support from within the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy teams.Development of skills and knowledge within this post will be of a high priority.
The successful candidate would be expected to undertake training and working with specialist staff to make maximum use of the opportunities on offer.
About us Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all,being a great place to work,partnerships for impact, andresearch and education excellenceAnd we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate,we are proud,we are inclusive, andwe are one teamThis is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: Job description Job responsibilities To work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care within the service under the direction and supervision of an appropriate Registered Health Care ProfessionalMake the best use of departmental resources and plan workload in collaboration with the teamContribute to the provision of assessment and intervention within a specified clinical area.
This includes identified clinical, administrative and educational rolesTo manage a clinical caseload, which has been delegated by a Registered Health Care ProfessionalTo work to service prioritiesTo work with patients, carers and their families in a sensitive and professional mannerTo liaise with other professionals for the benefit of the patientUnderstand the role boundaries and importance of supervision and carrying out appropriate delegated tasks, ensuring timely completionActively participate in the planning, development and evaluation of personalised care plans by offering objective clinical and evidence-based information to inform planned activities.Gather relevant information working under protocols and form a judgement on the improvement or deterioration in the physical, mental, or behavioural condition of service users and respond by referring or escalating concerns to a registered health care professionalWill be expected to supervise staff and support less experienced staff and students, including apprenticesResponsible for safe use of equipment relevant to serviceTo assist staff to make the best use of departmental resources ensure efficient delivery of planned workloadSupport the induction of new team members.
Participate in training and support of less experienced support staff and students (including apprentices) in respect of tasks and responsibilities within scope of practiceTo adhere to University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust policies and procedures including specific service policies and proceduresTo work with those who have communication/language difficulties and complex needs to overcome, in a sensitive and professional mannerDevelop, maintain and promote effective professional working relationships with other disciplines and members of the team.To liaise with other disciplines concerned with the care and treatment of patientsTo participate in and actively contribute to departmental meetingsTo maintain high standards of verbal and written communicationTo maintain a professional level of record keeping in accordance with UHL Documentation Policies Person Specification Analytical and Judement skills Essential Core knowledge of clinical and technical roles and responsibilities, including clinical risk assessment Demonstrates the ability to use initiative Planning and Organisational skills Essential Able to organise own work and complete in a timely manner Demonstrates an understanding of the role boundaries and the importance of supervision and carrying out appropriate delegated tasks Other requirements specific to the role Essential Demonstrates an understanding of the acute hospital setting Demonstrates an understanding of the role and responsibilities of the post Expresses enthusiasm for the post and desire to work in the clinical area Training and Qualifications Essential Educated to a level 3 qualification, with relevant experience to Diploma level Maths and English Functional Skills Level 2 Experience Essential Able to demonstrate substantial experience in health and care settings, including in the relevant field of work Communication Essential Demonstrates effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills for routine and complex information Demonstrates evidence of ability to work with other people Demonstrates an understanding of the concepts of team working Desirable Previous experience of supervising and training others

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