Job summary
If you are a highly motivated person with stroke experience, you will not want to miss out on this exciting opportunity to join the Early Supported Discharge Team (ESDT) for stroke as a Band 4 Assistant Practioner working in the Liverpool Stroke Recovery Partnership (LSRP). We are looking to recruit a dynamic individual with a passion for high standards of care for our patients.
The LSRP is an integrated ESD service provided by Liverpool University Hospitals. This innovative team provides an equitable service across the city for stroke survivors and their families.
You will manage a caseload with the support of registered staff, assessing and developing treatment programs for Stroke patients, which will include patients with Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech and Language therapy needs. Patients are seen in the most appropriate environment to meet their need which is usually in the community.
We are looking for someone who has experience working with stroke/neurological patients. You will be well supported by a highly experienced multidisciplinary team that includes OT's, Physio's, Psychologists, Nurse, Speech Therapist, and therapy assistants.
Annex 21 Training Posts will be considered with support provided towards Foundation degree relevant to therapies (if required).
You will be required to have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Main duties of the job
-To undertake skilled support work independently, as identified by qualified Therapy staff.-To carry own caseload-To carry out stroke specific rehab using set treatment protocols across 3 disciplines; Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and LanguageTherapy, monitoring progression and making minor alterations as required.-Work both independently and within the multidisciplinary team setting, reporting back patient progress and informing Therapists of issues or concerns.-To be responsible for specific tasks within the overall treatment programme and care for patient, e.g. carry out treatment programmes, arrange the supply of assistive equipment, liaise with outside agencies such as GP's and social work team.
Offers of employment may be made for a band 4 training post under the Annex 21 AFC terms and conditions. As part of this training post we would support the successful candidate with the completion of a Foundation degree relevant to therapies (if required).
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.
The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.
To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be accountable for own clinical practice whilst undertaking the assessment and treatment/intervention of identified patient group within agreed parameters and defined protocols of care.
To participate in and contribute to audit and service development
Carry out stroke specific rehab care with patients in a manner that respects their patient centred goals, abilities, privacy, dignity and individuality.
Manage the rehabilitation of patients as delegated by the qualified Therapist, working without direct supervision and responsible for assessing the progress of patients,and reporting back to the MDT.
To be responsible for specific tasks within the overall treatment programme and care for patient, e.g. carry out treatment programmes, arrange the supply of assistive equipment, liaise with outside agencies such as GPs and social work team
To liaise regularly with the qualified therapist regarding treatment progression and ongoing care. Reporting to Therapist and the multidisciplinary team any lack of progression or negative changes in patients ability to undertake treatment session.
To undertake Home Visits/treatments at home considering lone working policies and risk assessments
To assess patients and carers safety in use and suitability of equipment within patients home environment and advise on environmental hazards in patients
Ensure equipment is clean and fit for its purpose for individual treatment sessions.
To travel between patients homes independently and adhering to infection control and PPE policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be accountable for own clinical practice whilst undertaking the assessment and treatment/intervention of identified patient group within agreed parameters and defined protocols of care.
To participate in and contribute to audit and service development
Carry out stroke specific rehab care with patients in a manner that respects their patient centred goals, abilities, privacy, dignity and individuality.
Manage the rehabilitation of patients as delegated by the qualified Therapist, working without direct supervision and responsible for assessing the progress of patients,and reporting back to the MDT.
To be responsible for specific tasks within the overall treatment programme and care for patient, e.g. carry out treatment programmes, arrange the supply of assistive equipment, liaise with outside agencies such as GPs and social work team
To liaise regularly with the qualified therapist regarding treatment progression and ongoing care. Reporting to Therapist and the multidisciplinary team any lack of progression or negative changes in patients ability to undertake treatment session.
To undertake Home Visits/treatments at home considering lone working policies and risk assessments
To assess patients and carers safety in use and suitability of equipment within patients home environment and advise on environmental hazards in patients
Ensure equipment is clean and fit for its purpose for individual treatment sessions.
To travel between patients homes independently and adhering to infection control and PPE policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree/equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of therapy work in a health care setting.
Desirable
- Experience of issuing and retrieving patient equipment.
- Experience of carrying out mobility and exercise programmes.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of care agencies and how to access them
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate awareness of current NHS issues
Skills
Essential
- Capable of working on own initiative
- Able to communicate written information clearly Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work flexibly and prioritise workload.
- Good level of admin/clerical skills
- Able to work as a team member
- Evidence of organisational abilities
Other
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree/equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of therapy work in a health care setting.
Desirable
- Experience of issuing and retrieving patient equipment.
- Experience of carrying out mobility and exercise programmes.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of care agencies and how to access them
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate awareness of current NHS issues
Skills
Essential
- Capable of working on own initiative
- Able to communicate written information clearly Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work flexibly and prioritise workload.
- Good level of admin/clerical skills
- Able to work as a team member
- Evidence of organisational abilities
Other
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly
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.
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).
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.
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).
