Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Wheelchair Therapist

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Job summary

Salford's Wheelchair Service provides equipment to support the mobility needs of people of all ages and with a range of diagnoses. The service is dynamic and motivated to excel in the area of posture and mobility. The therapists within the service hold responsibility for assessment and provision to the highly complex cases within the service. The post involves supervision of staff and support of fieldwork education placements. The post also gives the opportunity for involvement in service development.

This post is open to both Occupational therapists and Physiotherapists.

Main duties of the job

You will work as a member of Salford Wheelchair Service under the direct and indirect supervision of theBand 7Clinical Lead.

The post will involve direct patient care in relation to provision of highly specialist intervention using evidence based, client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate.

You will be required to be highly motivated and able to motivate others, and be expected to work flexibly and respond to service requirements and be able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.

About us

Salford Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place with an outstanding reputation. Salford is the place which is taking bold, pioneering steps towards delivering a world class, fully integrated care system for adults. Twice rated Outstanding by the CQC, Salford Care Organisation is responsible for delivering a range of community and primary care services and specialist services to Greater Manchester and beyond.

Details

Date posted

03 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

236-SCO-SW042-23

Job locations

Burrows House

Unit 10, Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate

Swinton

M28 2LY


Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

  • Health Professions Council Registration

Desirable

  • Registration with professional body relevant to qualification i.e. BAOT, CPS

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy

Desirable

  • Speciality related post-graduation qualification
  • Accredited fieldwork educator
  • European Computer Driving Licence

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience

Essential

  • Extensive experience of working as a Physiotherapist/ OT providing a range of care
  • Specialist knowledge in anatomy and physiology to underpin relevant clinical skills
  • Good IT knowledge
  • Experience of prioritising own workload, acting on own initiative and working to deadlines
  • Experience of effective multi-disciplinary/inter-agency working
  • Knowledge of clinical governance including quality, audit, risk management
  • Able to communicate effectively complex and sensitive information, both verbally and in writing
  • Confident and organised approach to work including time management, effective delegation, prioritisation and ability to complete a task
  • Flexible and adaptable to change
  • Experience within a patient/public focussed environment
  • Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
  • Ability to work within a stressful environment
  • Ability to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
  • Use of a car or access to a means of mobility
  • Able to work as part of a team.
  • Time management skills

Desirable

  • Evidence of post graduate research experience
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and other drivers impacting on specialist field (e.g. current NSF etc)
  • Experience of occasionally dealing with demanding situations and aggressive patients/carers
  • Experience of management/supervision of junior staff
  • Advanced clinical reasoning (in specific clinical area)
  • BEST database experience
  • Knowledge linked to managing conditions in specialist area of posture and seating
Person Specification

Registration

Essential

  • Health Professions Council Registration

Desirable

  • Registration with professional body relevant to qualification i.e. BAOT, CPS

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy

Desirable

  • Speciality related post-graduation qualification
  • Accredited fieldwork educator
  • European Computer Driving Licence

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience

Essential

  • Extensive experience of working as a Physiotherapist/ OT providing a range of care
  • Specialist knowledge in anatomy and physiology to underpin relevant clinical skills
  • Good IT knowledge
  • Experience of prioritising own workload, acting on own initiative and working to deadlines
  • Experience of effective multi-disciplinary/inter-agency working
  • Knowledge of clinical governance including quality, audit, risk management
  • Able to communicate effectively complex and sensitive information, both verbally and in writing
  • Confident and organised approach to work including time management, effective delegation, prioritisation and ability to complete a task
  • Flexible and adaptable to change
  • Experience within a patient/public focussed environment
  • Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
  • Ability to work within a stressful environment
  • Ability to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
  • Use of a car or access to a means of mobility
  • Able to work as part of a team.
  • Time management skills

Desirable

  • Evidence of post graduate research experience
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and other drivers impacting on specialist field (e.g. current NSF etc)
  • Experience of occasionally dealing with demanding situations and aggressive patients/carers
  • Experience of management/supervision of junior staff
  • Advanced clinical reasoning (in specific clinical area)
  • BEST database experience
  • Knowledge linked to managing conditions in specialist area of posture and seating

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Burrows House

Unit 10, Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate

Swinton

M28 2LY


Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Burrows House

Unit 10, Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate

Swinton

M28 2LY


Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Lead OT - Wheelchair Service

Paula Moore

paula.moore@nca.nhs.uk

01612060403

Details

Date posted

03 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

236-SCO-SW042-23

Job locations

Burrows House

Unit 10, Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate

Swinton

M28 2LY


Supporting documents

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