Therapy Assistant Practitioner

Job overview

We have an exciting new position for an enthusiastic person who is passionate about providing therapy to acute cardiology patients from admission through to discharge. You will join our established team of therapists who cover the cardiology wards at Glenfield Hospital, working collaboratively with the MDT to get the best outcome for the patients and facilitate timely discharges.

You will manage a caseload of complex patients across the cardiology wards by completing timely assessments of patients and develop individualized treatment plans to progress their functional ability, mobility and discharge plans.

You will develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of cardiology conditions. You will work closely with both physiotherapists and occupational therapists developing your skills and competences, 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 plan and implement interventions (functional and cognitive) and evaluate outcomes of physiotherapy and occupational treatments.

You will also be facilitating flow throughout the hospital with timely assessments and planning discharges along with the patients recovery to prevent delay and also referring 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 profession.

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.

Working for our organisation

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, and
• research and education excellence

And 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, and
• we are one team

This 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:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

• 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 Professional
• Make the best use of departmental resources and plan workload in collaboration with the team
• The post will contribute to the provision of assessment and intervention within a specified clinical area. This includes identified clinical, administrative and educational roles
• To manage a clinical caseload, which has been delegated by a Registered Health Care Professional
• To work to service priorities
• To work with patients, carers and their families in a sensitive and professional manner
• To liaise with other professionals for the benefit of the patient
• Understand the role boundaries and importance of supervision and carrying out appropriate delegated tasks, ensuring timely completion
• Actively 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 professional
• Will be expected to supervise staff and support less experienced staff and students, including apprentices
• Responsible for safe use of equipment relevant to service

Person specification

Training and Qualifications

• Educated to a level 3 qualification with relevant experience to Diploma level, and if not already obtained then the willingness and ability to achieve and start within the 1st year:
• Maths and English Functional Skills with Level 2

Other requirements specific to role

• Demonstrates and understanding of the acute hospital setting
• Demonstrates an understanding of the role and responsibilities of the post
• Express enthusiasm for the post and desire to work in the clinical area

Experience

• Able to demonstrate substantial experience in health and care settings, including in the relevant field of work

Communication

• Demonstrates effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills for routine and complex information
• Demonstrates evidence of ability to work with other people
• Demonstrates and Understanding of the concepts of team working

Analytical and Judgement Skills

• Core knowledge of clinical and technical roles including clinical risk assessment
• Demonstrates the ability to use initiative

Planning & Organisational Skills

• Able to organise own work and complete in a timely manner
• Demonstrates and understanding of the role boundaries and the importance of supervision and carrying out appropriate delegated tasks

Additional Information

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.

Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.

UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

COVID 19 Risk Assessment

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid Vaccination Status

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.