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Meaningful Impact, Work closely with patients facing life-limiting illnesses, providing therapies that enhance their quality of life.
Collaborative Environment, Be part of a multidisciplinary team, allowing for diverse interactions and shared learning among healthcare professionals.
Professional Development, Engage in continued professional development opportunities and contribute to the hospice's training programs.
Mentorship Role, Play a key role in training and mentoring volunteer therapists, fostering a community of support and knowledge.
Variety of Responsibilities, Manage a diverse caseload and adapt therapies to meet individual patient needs while efficiently prioritizing tasks.
Contribution to Service Development, Assist in developing and enhancing complementary therapy services, positively influencing how therapies are delivered.
Adhering to Best Practices, Ensure safe and effective therapy delivery while adhering to professional standards and care guidelines.
The role of Complementary Therapist at St Ann’s Hospice in Cheadle requires an experienced professional with a strong background in complementary therapies and an interest in palliative care. The successful candidate will play a key role in the cross-site rehabilitation team, providing therapies to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families. Responsibilities include assessing patients, developing therapy plans, managing referrals and caseloads, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards. Collaboration with other team members and mentoring of volunteers will be essential, as well as contributing to the hospice's training programs.
Candidates must demonstrate strong teamwork abilities, effective prioritisation skills, and a commitment to the values of St Ann's Hospice. The role involves both direct patient care and administrative responsibilities, such as managing resources and participating in professional development activities. Ultimately, the Complementary Therapist will be dedicated to enhancing the quality of care for patients and their loved ones through the provision of specialized services.
Candidates must demonstrate strong teamwork abilities, effective prioritisation skills, and a commitment to the values of St Ann's Hospice. The role involves both direct patient care and administrative responsibilities, such as managing resources and participating in professional development activities. Ultimately, the Complementary Therapist will be dedicated to enhancing the quality of care for patients and their loved ones through the provision of specialized services.
Have you got what it takes?
- Are you an experienced Complementary Therapist with interest or skills in Palliative Care?
- Can you demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member, managing competing priorities?
- You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
- Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann's Hospice.
- The complementary therapist will be an important member of the cross-site rehabilitation team, demonstrating a professional and proactive approach to providing complementary therapies to patients with life limiting illnesses and their carers/families.
- The complementary therapist will assist with delivering a service to both hospice sites and will need to be able to prioritise and work efficiently to ensure the needs of patients are met in a timely manner.
- The complementary therapist will assist with the recruitment, induction and mentoring of volunteers in the service.
- The complementary therapist will assist the team leader in developing services and will be a source of specialist advice for the organisation.
- The complementary therapist will contribute to the hospice internal training programme as well as informally train and support staff in relation to the role of complementary therapy.
- The complementary therapist will be aware of and assist with compliance with relevant standards and best practice in order to ensure that therapies are delivered safely and effectively.
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The Complementary Therapist will:
- Assess patients with complex needs and provide advice, developing therapy plans and recording clinical notes accurately.
- Adapt therapies as appropriate to patient needs and be accountable for their own practice.
- Work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide complimentary therapy advice and to ensure patients needs are met.
- Be responsible for managing the referrals to the complementary therapy service and appropriate allocation of these in conjunction with their peers.
- Manage the complementary therapy caseload with peers, ensuring patients are seen and reviewed in a timely manner.
- Organise, deliver and evaluate training in relation to complementary therapy at the hospice.
- Provide support and mentorship to volunteer therapists to ensure the needs of patients and their carers are met safely and effectively.
- Manage safe storage and stock levels of complementary therapy resources
- Act in accordance with hospice policies and guidelines.
- Actively participate in continued professional development and the hospice performance and development review programme.
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To work as a Complementary Therapist in the UK, you would typically need a combination of specific skills, education, and personal attributes. Here are some essential skills required for the role:
1. Therapeutic Techniques Knowledge: Familiarity with various complementary therapies such as aromatherapy, reflexology, acupuncture, massage therapy, herbal medicine, and others. It’s important to have a good understanding of how these therapies work and their benefits.
2. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills are crucial for effectively interacting with clients. You must be able to listen actively, understand client needs, and explain treatments clearly.
3. Empathy and Compassion: Being able to empathize with clients and understand their physical and emotional needs is vital in providing effective therapy.
4. Assessment Skills: The ability to assess clients’ conditions and tailor treatments to their specific needs is essential in developing personalized therapy plans.
5. Manual Dexterity: Many complementary therapies involve hands-on techniques, so good manual dexterity and coordination are important.
6. Attention to Detail: Careful attention to detail ensures that therapies are administered correctly and that clients feel well cared for.
7. Business Skills: If you plan to run your own practice, understanding basic business principles, marketing, and financial management will be beneficial.
8. Professionalism and Ethics: Adhering to ethical standards is critical. This includes maintaining client confidentiality, being honest about treatment outcomes, and ensuring informed consent.
9. Continued Professional Development: Being willing to engage in lifelong learning and staying updated on new treatments, techniques, and industry standards is essential.
10. Physical Fitness: Many therapy sessions can be physically demanding, so maintaining your own physical health and fitness is important.
Educational Requirements
- Relevant Qualifications: Most complementary therapists are required to have formal training in their chosen therapy, often leading to a diploma or certification. Many accredited courses are available across the UK.
- Regulatory Standards: Depending on the therapy, you may also need to meet specific standards set by professional bodies (e.g., the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) for certain practices).
Additional Considerations
- Insurance: Obtaining professional liability insurance may be a requirement to practice legally and safely.
- Networking: Building connections within the industry can help in finding job opportunities and growing your practice.
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