The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Acute Frailty Coordinator

The closing date is 26 August 2025

Job summary

Using a discharge to assess model, the aim of the frailty team assessment is to facilitate a same daydischarge or holistically tailor an efficient admission. These processes are supported by a MDT approach topatient care and promotes communication with other services both in the hospital and the community. Ourproactive front door culture is critical to achieving the right outcome for the Shropshire population livingwith frailty. This post will help ensure the coordination and completion of these assessments.

Main duties of the job

Manage a caseload of frail patients following the comprehensive geriatric assessment action plan.o Have excellent communication skills to liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary teams andliaise with next of kin.o Work as a key member of the MDT ensuring that patient experience is centric at every part of theirjourney.o Work across role boundaries to support the ward staff and frailty team to deliver outstanding careto frail patients.o Make referrals to our partners and work with external organisations to ensure smooth transfer ofcare.

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Details

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

223-AFC-608

Job locations

the Princess Royal Hospital

Appley Castle

Telford

TF1 6TF


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ/Apprenticeship in health and social care
  • Completed competencies in health care or therapy support worker

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a good understanding of trust clinical systems
  • Demonstrate experience of discharge processes
  • experience of working in the NHS or in a older person setting
  • Demonstrate continuing personal development

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to organise and prioritise workload
  • Evidence of MDT and Multi agency working
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ/Apprenticeship in health and social care
  • Completed competencies in health care or therapy support worker

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a good understanding of trust clinical systems
  • Demonstrate experience of discharge processes
  • experience of working in the NHS or in a older person setting
  • Demonstrate continuing personal development

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to organise and prioritise workload
  • Evidence of MDT and Multi agency working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

the Princess Royal Hospital

Appley Castle

Telford

TF1 6TF


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

the Princess Royal Hospital

Appley Castle

Telford

TF1 6TF


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Geriatrician

Oja Pathak

ojaswini.pathak@nhs.net

01743261000

Details

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

223-AFC-608

Job locations

the Princess Royal Hospital

Appley Castle

Telford

TF1 6TF


Supporting documents

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