SERVICE DELIVERY
Clinical
- To carry out specified assessments, interventions and programmes under the direct supervision of a qualified clinician, in line with Trust competencies.
- 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 ensure patient safety and dignity at all times, 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.
- To ensure accurate, up-to-date clinical records are kept, ensuring their security and confidentiality at all times.
- 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, maintaining its security at all times and keeping accurate records as required.
- To be responsible for ordering and stock control of materials and equipment as required.
- To support administrative and housekeeping duties as required.
- To be an active member of a weekend rota or rostered 7 day service, dependant on service need.
GOVERNANCE
- To maintain an awareness of relevant new and current professional, Trust and developmental standards, policies, procedures and guidelines, ensuring compliance.
- To support the implementation of national & professional guidelines e.g. NICE.
- To be a member of a relevant professional association, attending regional and national meetings/conferences as required.
- Ensure compliance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines for self and others, by taking action/alerting senior management team if practice appears to contravene policy, or if concerned about any aspect of patient care.
MANAGERIAL / LEADERSHIP
- To demonstrate appropriate time management and organisation skills.
- To contribute ideas to enable the development and implementation of service improvements.
- To contribute to the delivery of service objectives and designated projects.
- To contribute to relevant departmental meetings.
- Ensure a healthy, safe and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate documentation and reporting any concerns.
EDUCATION/LEARNING
- To contribute to the delivery of formal and informal training to patients and carers.
- To assist in the preparation of training materials and organisation of group sessions as required.
- Take responsibility for own learning and development by recognising and taking advantage of all opportunities to learn, including full participation in KSF/appraisal, supervision, action learning and by maintaining a professional/personal portfolio of learning.
This job description is an outline of the role and function. It is not intended to describe all specific tasks.
All staff at MCHFT have a responsibility to:
- Maintain active registration status.
- Always act in accordance with professional Codes of Conduct and guiding documents.
- Where applicable, always act in accordance with the Code of Conduct for NHS Managers.
- Maintain up to date skills and knowledge.
- Maintain an awareness of patient led service issues.
- Maintain a professional/personal portfolio.
- Adhere to all Trust policy, procedures and guidelines.
- Adhere to Trust standards of behaviour and expected performance
- Comply with Infection Prevention and Control (IP&C) policies and procedures as appropriate to their role and responsibilities in their individual work setting. Staff are required to be personally accountable for their actions and be responsible for their own compliance in relation to IP&C polices, protocols or advice.
- Ensure they work in accordance with local procedures and report any issues which they consider to be a risk to the health and safety of themselves and/or others.
- Act in accordance with the Trusts values and behaviours.
- Where applicable to participate in and provide data on the efficacy of treatment and specialties.
To work in a multidisciplinary community setting and rehab discharge to assess (D2A) beds to support the therapists in delivering high quality therapy interventions to the patients.
The successful applicant will provide therapy intervention across all discharge to assess sites across Cheshire East and Cheshire West.
To assist with delivering of therapy through home exercise programs and education.
To communicate with the therapist regarding patient progress and support the patient's functional recovery.
To support the service with ordering , maintaining stock and equipment.
To use excellent communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively.
To support patient treatment plans and achieving rehabilitation goals.
To support the wider trust in improving patient flow across the D2A sites.
To support the therapy team with home visits and environmental visits.
SERVICE DELIVERY
Clinical
- To carry out specified assessments, interventions and programmes under the direct supervision of a qualified clinician, in line with Trust competencies.
- 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 ensure patient safety and dignity at all times, 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.
- To ensure accurate, up-to-date clinical records are kept, ensuring their security and confidentiality at all times.
- 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, maintaining its security at all times and keeping accurate records as required.
- To be responsible for ordering and stock control of materials and equipment as required.
- To support administrative and housekeeping duties as required.
- To be an active member of a weekend rota or rostered 7 day service, dependant on service need.
GOVERNANCE
- To maintain an awareness of relevant new and current professional, Trust and developmental standards, policies, procedures and guidelines, ensuring compliance.
- To support the implementation of national & professional guidelines e.g. NICE.
- To be a member of a relevant professional association, attending regional and national meetings/conferences as required.
- Ensure compliance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines for self and others, by taking action/alerting senior management team if practice appears to contravene policy, or if concerned about any aspect of patient care.
MANAGERIAL / LEADERSHIP
- To demonstrate appropriate time management and organisation skills.
- To contribute ideas to enable the development and implementation of service improvements.
- To contribute to the delivery of service objectives and designated projects.
- To contribute to relevant departmental meetings.
- Ensure a healthy, safe and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate documentation and reporting any concerns.
EDUCATION/LEARNING
- To contribute to the delivery of formal and informal training to patients and carers.
- To assist in the preparation of training materials and organisation of group sessions as required.
- Take responsibility for own learning and development by recognising and taking advantage of all opportunities to learn, including full participation in KSF/appraisal, supervision, action learning and by maintaining a professional/personal portfolio of learning.
This job description is an outline of the role and function. It is not intended to describe all specific tasks.
All staff at MCHFT have a responsibility to:
- Maintain active registration status.
- Always act in accordance with professional Codes of Conduct and guiding documents.
- Where applicable, always act in accordance with the Code of Conduct for NHS Managers.
- Maintain up to date skills and knowledge.
- Maintain an awareness of patient led service issues.
- Maintain a professional/personal portfolio.
- Adhere to all Trust policy, procedures and guidelines.
- Adhere to Trust standards of behaviour and expected performance
- Comply with Infection Prevention and Control (IP&C) policies and procedures as appropriate to their role and responsibilities in their individual work setting. Staff are required to be personally accountable for their actions and be responsible for their own compliance in relation to IP&C polices, protocols or advice.
- Ensure they work in accordance with local procedures and report any issues which they consider to be a risk to the health and safety of themselves and/or others.
- Act in accordance with the Trusts values and behaviours.
- Where applicable to participate in and provide data on the efficacy of treatment and specialties.
To work in a multidisciplinary community setting and rehab discharge to assess (D2A) beds to support the therapists in delivering high quality therapy interventions to the patients.
The successful applicant will provide therapy intervention across all discharge to assess sites across Cheshire East and Cheshire West.
To assist with delivering of therapy through home exercise programs and education.
To communicate with the therapist regarding patient progress and support the patient's functional recovery.
To support the service with ordering , maintaining stock and equipment.
To use excellent communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively.
To support patient treatment plans and achieving rehabilitation goals.
To support the wider trust in improving patient flow across the D2A sites.
To support the therapy team with home visits and environmental visits.
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To work as a Community Therapy Assistant in the UK, you'll need a combination of skills, qualifications, and personal attributes. Here are some key skills and qualifications that are typically required or beneficial for this role:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills:
- Ability to build rapport and work well with diverse populations, showing empathy and understanding.
3. Organizational Skills:
- Good time management and organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and ensure proper documentation.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, social workers, and medical staff.
5. Observation Skills:
- Attention to detail to monitor clients' progress and recognize changes in their condition.
6. Problem-Solving Skills:
- Ability to think critically and develop solutions to challenges that may arise in client care.
7. Practical Skills:
- Competence in assisting with therapeutic exercises and activities. Basic knowledge of therapy techniques can be advantageous.
Qualifications:
1. Education:
- While specific formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification (such as a diploma or degree in health and social care, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, or a similar field) can be beneficial.
2. Health and Safety Certification:
- Understanding health and safety protocols, and possibly holding certifications related to health and social care can be an advantage.
3. First Aid/CPR Certification:
- Certification in first aid and CPR can be highly beneficial in this role.
Experience:
1. Previous Experience in Healthcare:
- Experience in a healthcare setting (e.g., care assistant, support worker) can be highly valuable.
2. Volunteering:
- Volunteering in community health settings can provide practical experience and improve employability.
Personal Attributes:
1. Compassion and Empathy:
- A genuine desire to help others and a compassionate approach to care.
2. Patience and Resilience:
- Ability to cope with challenging situations and remain calm under pressure.
3. Adaptability:
- Flexibility to adapt to evolving client needs and changes in the work environment.
Legal Requirements:
1. DBS Check:
- A valid Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will typically be required.
2. Registration:
- Some roles may necessitate registration with professional bodies, so it's important to check specific job requirements.
Continuous Professional Development:
1. Training:
- Engaging in continuous training and development opportunities to stay current with best practices in therapy and community health.
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