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Job summary
We are looking for a motivated, organised and reliable individual to support the therapists on the busy in-patient adult orthopaedic unit at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore.
Main duties of the job
The role is a varied and interesting one and in any given day you could be:
Managing routine pre-admission information from patients either written or verbal to inform appropriate intervention. Assisting in identifying and problem-solving patients' requirements for adaptive equipment and devices, including the production and adaptation of such devices as appropriate. Delivering aspects of therapy intervention with patients undergoing routine surgeries, including the issue of adaptive equipment / mobility aids and techniques for managing activities of daily living. To be involved in delivering rehabilitation programmes to patients admitted for planned rehabilitation, as guided by the qualified Therapists. Assisting patients to follow exercise programmes designed by physiotherapists Ensuring that stock is maintained and equipment is clean and safe Liaising with other members of the multidisciplinary team and external agencies regarding patient needs and progress, including sending referrals, discharge reports on behalf of the therapist and confirming receipt and action with the community agencies. Delivering patient -education MDT sessions such as Joint School.
About us
You will be working as part of integrated Therapy team on the ward and will be supported with regular supervision from experienced staff. We also offer competency training for the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note we are providing a 7 day service so you will be required to work weekends on a rota system. Applicants must be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, relatives and staff, as well as a good standard of written English. Ideally, you will have previous experience of working with people with a disability but appropriate training will be provided. An understanding of the role of an Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist is essential.
To be successful in this role you must be physically fit as the post involves moving and handling of patients and equipment and a lot of walking between the wards.
Please answer this question in the additional supporting information section on the application form
In less than 150 words briefly describe what qualities you possess that would make you an effective member of the therapy team. Please use examples from your personal experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Basic written and spoken English. Basic numeracy. Educated to secondary school level or equivalent GCSE in English and Mathematics.
Desirable
In-service training in care work. NVQ (Care) Level 2/3.
Experience
Essential
Worked in a team. Worked with customers/clients. Well intentioned reasons for working at RNOH.
Desirable
Worked in a Therapies department. Worked in a rehabilitation setting. Worked with people with disabilities. Experience of demonstrating, structuring and explaining tasks to others. Experience of leading a group.
Skills
Essential
Able to organise own time effectively and prioritise workload. Able to plan ahead re: resources. Able to communicate with a variety of people. Able to handle equipment within Health & Safety guidelines. Able to assess risk in relation to field of activity and identify necessary intervention to minimise risk factors. Able to present information, oral and written; in a clear, concise and logical manner. Able to take a common sense approach to problem solving, using initiative and creativity. Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. Able to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy, use good communication skills. Good telephone manner. Basic IT skills - competence in email, internet searches, basic word processing and spreadsheets Able to teach new skills at an individual and group level.
Desirable
Interest in sporting activities/exercise. Able to discuss patient's personal information clearly and sensitively. Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Able to fit and demonstrate basic adaptive equipment and mobility aids, raised toilet seat, bathboard, helping hands and crutches.