Therapy Assistant- Frailty/ Neurology therapy team

4 weeks ago

Crewe, United Kingdom Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

THERAPY ASSISTANT. - Leighton Hospital (Frailty/Neurology Team)

BAND 3 - hours

Would you like to work in a warm and friendly team - then this is the good fortune for you A super opportunity has arisen for you to join our innovative, supportive, and welcoming therapy team at Leighton Hospital.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated band 3 therapy assistant to work within the Frailty/Neurology therapy team. We would like you to have an interest or knowledge of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy. An awareness or some experience in the NHS, and particularly in elderly care, would be of benefit.

You will work with an Occupational therapist (OT), Physiotherapy and Assistant Practitioners and be a valued member of the wider MDT and care of the elderly/frailty team. We will offer support, training, and development opportunities.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Therapy Assistant is to support the qualified Therapists with the implementation of treatment plans and interventions for patients on the wards. The team covers wards that are within general medicine but have an interest in care of the elderly and frailty.

The role will include gathering information from patients or families, following treatment plans, under supervision, providing education and practice in activities of daily living and mobility. It will involve you reporting back to the qualified Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist. The role will require you to assist with moving and handling of patients using appropriate equipment.

Administrative duties will include photocopying and filing, maintaining admission information and completing computer-based statistics. There will be a requirement to write in medical notes.

About us

On commencing the role you will have a full induction. We offer regular supervision, setting individual objectives, promoting self-analysis/reflection and development. All staff irrespective of their post will be given equal opportunity to undertake a full variety of CPD to support and develop them in their role.

Service development and innovation is strongly encouraged alongside participation in audit and research. Flexible working environment and paid annual leave entitlement.

MCHFT is rated 'Good' by the CQC, had the staff survey results of all acute trusts in England indicate that MCHFT is a good place to work.

In recent years, we have invested in clinical expansion and now have cutting edge clinical facilities including Critical Care and state-of-the-art theatres.

The Trust has a 'Stronger Together' clinical partnership with University Hospital North Midlands and is part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP) which aims transform, develop and deliver health care services in the community.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry out specified interventions and programmes under the direct supervision of a qualified clinician.

To report progress of patients during the implementation of planned interventions and programmes.

To work with an individual or group in a variety of settings appropriate to the patients need.

To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients, contributing to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

To always ensure patient safety and dignity, using relevant methods to manage patients with challenging behaviours.

To utilise effective communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively.

To liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team following discussion with a qualified clinician, and feedback accordingly.

To ensure accurate, up-to-date clinical records are kept, always ensuring their security and confidentiality.

To record and submit clinical activity data as required by the Trust in an accurate and timely manner.

To be responsible for safe and competent use of equipment including the provision of support, education and training to other staff, patients and carers as required.

To be responsible for the maintenance, cleaning, monitoring and loan of equipment, always maintaining its security and keeping accurate records as required.

You may be responsible for ordering and stock control of materials and equipment as required.

To support administrative and housekeeping duties as required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Worked Clinically with patients

Desirable

Worked as a Therapy Assistant

Knowledge

Essential

Able to give clear awareness of roles of OT and Physio

Desirable

Understanding of how to recognise a deteriorating patient

Skills

Essential

Evidence of strengths within a team

Desirable

Communication skills

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