Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within the MY Therapy service to recruit an
experienced and highly motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist
in an emerging role to work in our virtual ward, Integrated care service and
Urgent Response Service.
MY Therapy service is a large and very busy MDT incorporating
Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and support staff. MY Therapy is part
of the Adult Community Services Division which allows us to work very closely
with our nursing colleagues in the community.
The successful candidate will work together with colleagues, partners,
patients and their families/carers in providing rehabilitation in the community
thereby preventing unnecessary admissions to hospital / residential settings
whilst also facilitating discharge. We encourage our senior staff to be
instrumental in service development and support and supervise junior staff and
our support staff. We offer opportunities for senior staff to develop
skills in clinical and non-clinical aspects of service provision.
MY Therapy also provide therapy to the Wakefield Intermediate Care unit
providing rehabilitation to patients prior to discharge into the community. We
also provide an urgent community response service and specialist neuro, cardiac
and respiratory and long covid services to patients in the community. We run an
internal rotation in the team with opportunities to gain experience in these
specialist areas.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the delivery of a
specialised Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy service utilising in-depth theoretical and clinical
skills.
To independently and effectively self manage a
caseload of patients with complex needs using evidence based, client centred
principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in order to
minimise disability and maximise independence for independent living.
To provide leadership, supervision, and
appraisal for junior and non-qualified staff and also students.
To participate in the planning, development and
evaluation of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Services, holding responsibility for defined
projects.
To be flexible in your approach and use of
treatment media in order to work across various locations and settings as
determined by the needs of the Therapy Service.
About us
We provide care and support to over million people in
Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our
three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of
innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our
workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful
and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid
Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.
We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm
irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and
gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation,
or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to
someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the
LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently
under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from
members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all
applicants are treated fairly and consistently.
We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable
guidance and feedback from those with lived experience.
We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If
you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our
patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be professionally and legally accountable for
all aspects of own practice, including the management of individuals in your
care.
To effectively self manage a complex, multiple
caseload within the Intermediate Care specialty.
To know the professional and personal scope of
own practice and make referrals to other agencies.
To demonstrate specialist knowledge and
understanding of the key concepts of biological, physical, social,
psychological and clinical sciences in relation to Physiotherapy and
Intermediate Care.
To
provide a rapid specialist assessment and comprehensive risk
assessment, using a high level of clinical reasoning skills to formulate an
appropriate care pathway to prevent unnecessary hospital admission or
facilitate safe and timely discharges.
To
be flexible to work in a variety of clinical settings i.e. Accident and
Emergency, Fracture Clinic, Medical Assessment unit, Residential/Nursing Home,
Resource Centres and in the community settings(patients home).
To
be flexible to cover for the co-ordinator of Intermediate Care Service in times
of absence to act as a gate keeper to the services.
To
provide a specialist opinion to the co-ordination team on the
suitability and appropriateness of potential patients/referrals to the
Intermediate Care service.
Following
a comprehensive specialist and risk assessment give accurate
feedback and advice to relevant staff i.e. GP, medical staff, nurses, co-ordination, Social Workers, Health Care Assistants and
family/carers.
To be responsible for the assessment,
prescription and evaluation of specialist equipment and adaptations for
patients with multiple and complex needs.
To demonstrate a detailed clinical knowledge of
a wide range of medical, respiratory, neurological, musculoskeletal, and
orthopaedic conditions.
To be able to use research, clinical reasoning
and problem solving skills to identify the therapeutic benefit of client
centred interventions and make professional judgements with individuals with
diverse or complex needs, or multiple problems according to outcome, changes in
patient needs and environmental influences.
To use specialist knowledge, training and experience
to plan and implement client centred individual and/or group treatment
programmes for people with complex physical, mental health and social needs.
To be able to formulate specific and appropriate
management plans including the setting of time scales to accurately prioritise
needs with individuals and the multi disciplinary team, in relation to
available resources and professional demands.
To monitor, analyse, evaluate and modify therapy intervention and treatment in order to measure progress and
ensure effectiveness.
Using highly specialised knowledge, carry out
and supervise a variety of physical interventions that require a high level of
physical and manual dexterity.
To apply a high level of knowledge of the effect
of disability and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and
adaptations to the individuals social and physical environment.
To work in a variety of environments, which may
include confined and unhygienic spaces that could present a risk to personal
health and safety.
When necessary, to be responsible for the
co-ordination of the individuals clinical care package.
To be a car driver and drive as required
throughout the day in all weather conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be professionally and legally accountable for
all aspects of own practice, including the management of individuals in your
care.
To effectively self manage a complex, multiple
caseload within the Intermediate Care specialty.
To know the professional and personal scope of
own practice and make referrals to other agencies.
To demonstrate specialist knowledge and
understanding of the key concepts of biological, physical, social,
psychological and clinical sciences in relation to Physiotherapy and
Intermediate Care.
To
provide a rapid specialist assessment and comprehensive risk
assessment, using a high level of clinical reasoning skills to formulate an
appropriate care pathway to prevent unnecessary hospital admission or
facilitate safe and timely discharges.
To
be flexible to work in a variety of clinical settings i.e. Accident and
Emergency, Fracture Clinic, Medical Assessment unit, Residential/Nursing Home,
Resource Centres and in the community settings(patients home).
To
be flexible to cover for the co-ordinator of Intermediate Care Service in times
of absence to act as a gate keeper to the services.
To
provide a specialist opinion to the co-ordination team on the
suitability and appropriateness of potential patients/referrals to the
Intermediate Care service.
Following
a comprehensive specialist and risk assessment give accurate
feedback and advice to relevant staff i.e. GP, medical staff, nurses, co-ordination, Social Workers, Health Care Assistants and
family/carers.
To be responsible for the assessment,
prescription and evaluation of specialist equipment and adaptations for
patients with multiple and complex needs.
To demonstrate a detailed clinical knowledge of
a wide range of medical, respiratory, neurological, musculoskeletal, and
orthopaedic conditions.
To be able to use research, clinical reasoning
and problem solving skills to identify the therapeutic benefit of client
centred interventions and make professional judgements with individuals with
diverse or complex needs, or multiple problems according to outcome, changes in
patient needs and environmental influences.
To use specialist knowledge, training and experience
to plan and implement client centred individual and/or group treatment
programmes for people with complex physical, mental health and social needs.
To be able to formulate specific and appropriate
management plans including the setting of time scales to accurately prioritise
needs with individuals and the multi disciplinary team, in relation to
available resources and professional demands.
To monitor, analyse, evaluate and modify therapy intervention and treatment in order to measure progress and
ensure effectiveness.
Using highly specialised knowledge, carry out
and supervise a variety of physical interventions that require a high level of
physical and manual dexterity.
To apply a high level of knowledge of the effect
of disability and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and
adaptations to the individuals social and physical environment.
To work in a variety of environments, which may
include confined and unhygienic spaces that could present a risk to personal
health and safety.
When necessary, to be responsible for the
co-ordination of the individuals clinical care package.
To be a car driver and drive as required
throughout the day in all weather conditions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Have completed a recognised professional practice educator course.
Experience
Essential
- Proven post-qualification experience
- Involvement in professional practice education.
- Experience of working in Community NHS setting, within Intermediate Care or related area.
- Supervision of junior and/or support staff.
Desirable
- Experience of a diverse range of clinical settings.
- Involvement in a relevant clinical special interest group.
- Experience of having a lead role for designated projects.
knowledge and awareness
Essential
- Know the key concepts of the biological, social, psychological and clinical sciences which are relevant to their profession -specific practice.
- Awareness of factors that can influence team working.
- Understand the need to establish and maintain a safe practice environment.
- Evidence of the use of reflective practice for personal development.
Desirable
- Involvement in research and audit.
- Evidence of post-graduate study.
- Awareness of the knowledge and skills framework.
skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to use complex communication skills in a variety of settings.
- Be able to use appropriate assessment techniques.
- Be able to analyse and evaluate the information collected and formulate appropriate recommendations.
- Ability to work autonomously and utilise supervision and formal appraisal systems.
- Be able to use research, reasoning and problem solving skills to determine appropriate actions.
- Be able to formulate specific and appropriate management plans including the setting of timescales
- Ability to develop, monitor and evaluate service provision
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently around the Wakefield District in all weather conditions in line with service requirements
Desirable
- Contributing to the development of students and other staff.
- Experience of using appropriate presentation skills.
- Experience of completion of leadership training e.g. LEO, ILM.
personal attributes
Essential
- A wide range of interpersonal skills including ability to prioritise, delegate, negotiate.
- Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to working practice to facilitate effective team working.
- Ability to adapt to fluctuating environments and complex situations.
- Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for specific tasks.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the impact of disability and its effect on lifestyle.
- Commitment to change management processes.
- Experience of using information technology.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Have completed a recognised professional practice educator course.
Experience
Essential
- Proven post-qualification experience
- Involvement in professional practice education.
- Experience of working in Community NHS setting, within Intermediate Care or related area.
- Supervision of junior and/or support staff.
Desirable
- Experience of a diverse range of clinical settings.
- Involvement in a relevant clinical special interest group.
- Experience of having a lead role for designated projects.
knowledge and awareness
Essential
- Know the key concepts of the biological, social, psychological and clinical sciences which are relevant to their profession -specific practice.
- Awareness of factors that can influence team working.
- Understand the need to establish and maintain a safe practice environment.
- Evidence of the use of reflective practice for personal development.
Desirable
- Involvement in research and audit.
- Evidence of post-graduate study.
- Awareness of the knowledge and skills framework.
skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to use complex communication skills in a variety of settings.
- Be able to use appropriate assessment techniques.
- Be able to analyse and evaluate the information collected and formulate appropriate recommendations.
- Ability to work autonomously and utilise supervision and formal appraisal systems.
- Be able to use research, reasoning and problem solving skills to determine appropriate actions.
- Be able to formulate specific and appropriate management plans including the setting of timescales
- Ability to develop, monitor and evaluate service provision
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently around the Wakefield District in all weather conditions in line with service requirements
Desirable
- Contributing to the development of students and other staff.
- Experience of using appropriate presentation skills.
- Experience of completion of leadership training e.g. LEO, ILM.
personal attributes
Essential
- A wide range of interpersonal skills including ability to prioritise, delegate, negotiate.
- Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to working practice to facilitate effective team working.
- Ability to adapt to fluctuating environments and complex situations.
- Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for specific tasks.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the impact of disability and its effect on lifestyle.
- Commitment to change management processes.
- Experience of using information technology.
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).
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.
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).
