Opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team, enhancing collaborative skills and professional development.
Ability to directly impact patients' recovery and quality of life through personalized rehabilitation programs.
Variety in work settings, including home visits and gym-based groups, offering a dynamic work environment.
Support and training from experienced Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, promoting continuous learning.
Involvement in meaningful work that helps patients regain or retain their independence.
Flexibility to work in different services depending on integration and service needs, broadening exposure to various practices.
The Band 4 Therapies Rehabilitation Assistant at North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust will play a crucial role within the Enfield Adult Community Physiotherapy and Neurological Therapy teams by providing essential care to patients. The assistant will be responsible for planning and delivering care in collaboration with clinicians, supporting gym-based groups and educational programs, and conducting home visits to provide prescribed treatments and necessary equipment. This role requires the ability to work independently, showing initiative while adhering to the team's guidelines, and may involve working across different services based on operational needs.
Key responsibilities include managing a designated caseload, maintaining accurate records of patient interactions and progress, and utilizing information technology for communication and data management. The assistant will engage in community-based therapeutic activities, support patients and their families, and operate manual handling and therapeutic equipment as needed. The role emphasises teamwork, effective communication with healthcare professionals, and a commitment to enhancing patient independence through multidisciplinary rehabilitation efforts.
Key responsibilities include managing a designated caseload, maintaining accurate records of patient interactions and progress, and utilizing information technology for communication and data management. The assistant will engage in community-based therapeutic activities, support patients and their families, and operate manual handling and therapeutic equipment as needed. The role emphasises teamwork, effective communication with healthcare professionals, and a commitment to enhancing patient independence through multidisciplinary rehabilitation efforts.
The post holder will be an integral member of the Enfield Adult Community Physiotherapy and Adult Neurological Therapy teams.
The post holder will be developed to take short term responsibility for the effective planning and delivery of care to patients in co-operation with other team members and in communication with other clinical team leaders.
The post holder will be required to support clinicians in running gym based groups and education programmes and also to visit patients in their own homes to carry out prescribed treatment and assess for and provide appropriate O/T equipment or mobility aids directly or by prescription.
The post holder will work alone and will be required to use a degree of initiative while working within the parameters of the team's policies and procedures.
The post holder may be required to work at times in other services dependent on integration and service need.
The post holder will be an integral member of the multi professional teams, which is in partnership with the voluntary sector in delivering and their carers.
The service provides multidisciplinary therapy (OT and Physiotherapy) and support to help patients engage in a rehabilitation or long term management programme to regain or retain their independence. The post holder will provide health care to clients under the supervision of the Senior Therapists within the team.
"This role may close early if we reach the max number of applicants"
Patient/clinical
- To undertake clinical work delegated from the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists.
- To be responsible for a designated caseload of patients.
- To work effectively as a member of a team in providing a programme of community based therapeutic activities,
Communication
- To contribute to the effectiveness of team working through timely and appropriate communication between all work colleagues within Enfield Community Services and its partner organisations.
- To maintain accurate timely written records of all interventions and communications including letter writing, sketch plans and discharge reports.
- To use information technology for communication; voicemail, email and word processing and collecting data for performance indicators/ outcome measures on clinical information systems.
Information Management
- To be responsible for accurate recording of required data on patient management systems eg RIO
Effort, Mental and Environment
- To be able to deliver and install temporary adaptive equipment in clients own homes.
- To be able to operate manual handling equipment i.e hoist, rota stands, mobility aids,
- To be able to perform therapeutic manual handling techniques with patients.
- To be able to operate computer systems after a period of training.
- The able to produce internal reports of client's progress.
- To deal with a range of patients and carers who may be distressed.
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Patient/clinical
- To undertake clinical work delegated from the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists.
- To be responsible for a designated caseload of patients.
- To work effectively as a member of a team in providing a programme of community based therapeutic activities
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1. Can you describe your previous experience in a clinical setting, particularly in rehabilitation or therapy?
2. How would you approach a patient who is resistant to participating in their rehabilitation programme?
3. What techniques do you use to assess the needs of a patient when planning their care?
4. Explain how you would manage a caseload of patients. What tools or methods would you employ to keep track of their progress?
5. Describe a time when you worked as part of a multidisciplinary team. What was your role and how did you contribute to the team's objectives?
1. Can you describe your previous experience in a clinical setting, particularly in rehabilitation or therapy?
2. How would you approach a patient who is resistant to participating in their rehabilitation programme?
3. What techniques do you use to assess the needs of a patient when planning their care?
4. Explain how you would manage a caseload of patients. What tools or methods would you employ to keep track of their progress?
5. Describe a time when you worked as part of a multidisciplinary team. What was your role and how did you contribute to the team's objectives?
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To work as a Band 4 Therapies Rehabilitation Assistant in the UK, you'll need a combination of skills, qualifications, and personal attributes. Here are some key skills and competencies typically required for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build rapport with patients, show empathy, and demonstrate understanding and patience.
3. Clinical Knowledge: Understanding basic principles of rehabilitation and therapy practices, often acquired through experience or relevant training.
4. Organisational Skills: Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and handle multiple responsibilities.
5. Teamwork: Capability to work collaboratively with various healthcare professionals including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and nurses.
6. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with suitable solutions, particularly when dealing with patient care or rehabilitation plans.
7. Physical Fitness: Depending on the role, physical fitness may be necessary to assist patients with mobility and in therapy sessions.
8. IT Skills: Competence in using electronic patient records and other healthcare-related software.
9. Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to changing situations and patient needs, and to work in different settings.
10. Understanding of Patient Safety: Knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment for patients.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Relevant Qualifications: A background in health or social care, such as a Level 3 diploma in health and social care or an equivalent qualification, is often preferred.
- Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in rehabilitation or therapy roles, can be beneficial.
- Additional Training: Specific training related to your area of work, such as manual handling, first aid, or rehabilitation techniques, may be required or advantageous.
Personal Attributes:
- Compassion and a genuine interest in helping others.
- Resilience and the ability to handle stressful situations.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to providing high-quality care.
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