Therapy Assistant Practitioner
Outstanding Care, Outstanding Careers
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Job overview
Therapy services at Dorset County Hospital are developing. We are excited to be offering a new role, leading on the community equipment ordering provision, delivery and monitoring.
The role will involve assessment and provision of relevant equipment to patients within the hospital, and in to patients' homes to ensure a smooth, timely and effective discharge from hospital. Driving and ability to carry, install and adjust equipment is a requirement of the post.
The post holder will be responsible for new staff induction regarding the equipment service, prescription process and informing the teams on any relevant updates.
The post holder will feedback directly to the Head of Occupational Therapy as well as to the Equipment for Living meetings.
Main duties of the job
A full driving licence is required.- To be an autonomous practitioner
- To determine clinical diagnosis and develop effective treatment plans in relation to equipment provision, with the support of relevant senior staff
- Be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development and professional standards.
- Participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee and be responsible for complying with agreed personal development plan to meet set competencies.
- Be an active member of the In-Service Training Programme by attendance at, and participation in, in-service training programmes, tutorials, individual training sessions, external courses and peer review.
- Be responsible for full workload under direct and indirect supervision of a therapist
- Attend Trust mandatory training sessions
- To fully participate in weekend working as required by the service
Working for our organisation
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a modern District General Hospital with around 350 beds, offering an excellent working environment.
The Therapy department is committed to developing non registered staff, with opportunities for apprenticeships to become registered members of staff.
We offer regular- regular inservice trainings
- monthly supervision
- departmental meetings
- opportunities to work with other teams
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
The therapy team are cohesive and supportive to each other and to new members of staff. All staff within the therapy team are supported to further develop their knowledge, skills and abilities.
This post is part-time and days and hours of work can be discussed.
If you would like to work in a busy, friendly and supportive environment then this is the post for you!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential criteria- Relevant Healthcare courses
- CSP / RCOT associate member
- Foundation degree (or willing to work towards foundation degree within first 2 years in post)
- BTEC/HND/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in relevant subject
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria- Willingness and ability to undertake competency based skills programme
- The ability to identify and act upon potential clinical risks
- Able to communicate complex information to patients, carers, other health professionals and team
- Positive interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Good time management skills with ability to organise and prioritise
- Proactive approach to learning, demonstrated in a CPD portfolio
- Able to provide a good standard of clear, concise, written and verbal reports in English
- IT skills, including using hospital databases, word processing and email
- Ability to manage own stress and work in a stressful and unpredictable environment
- Ability to work autonomously
- IT skills – ability to create and/or format data and/or spreadsheets using computerised systems
Other
Essential criteria- Self-motivated
- Be able to demonstrate flexibility and reliability
- Able to use own initiative
- Work in a flexible manner and adapt to changing environments
- Physically fit and able to comply with trusts moving and handling guidelines, therapeutic handling
- Professional Manner and Appearance
- Available for weekend duties and altered working patterns where clinically appropriate
- Car Driver
Our Mission
Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.
Our Vision
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
Our Values
Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
For more information, please use the link below to read our joint strategy for Dorset County Hospital and Dorset Healthcare.
Trust Strategy | Dorset County Hospital (dchft.nhs.uk)
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.
You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.