Specialist Therapy Assistant
- Sheffield
- £27,485-30,162 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work as part of a specialist inter-disciplinary team providing patient-centred care and management to patients referred for ICSS care.
- Carry an independent clinical caseload, plan and prioritise own work and report back to qualified therapy staff regarding patient progress/outcomes in line with agreed local protocols and national targets.
- Ensure a clean and safe working environment in therapy facilities to comply with Health and Safety at Work Standards and the Trust Infection Control Guidelines. Actively consider all aspects of risk management whilst carrying out clinical and non-clinical duties. Report all accidents and untoward incidents to the Lead Therapist and complete on line datix in accordance with Trust policy.
- Lead on area stock control, keeping the Lead Therapist up to date on stock levels and taking action to replenish stock levels in line with ICSS procedures. Assist with recruitment and selection as an interview panel member.
- Communicate effectively and accurately in written and digital notes systems to convey information in a clear and concise manner. Communicate complex, sensitive, distressing and contentious information effectively with patients, carers, and staff in the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge, understanding and competency in stroke therapy protocols and stroke therapy practice.
- GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent in English and maths or equivalent qualification / relevant experience.
- NVQ/QCF level 3/4 in healthcare or equivalent relevant qualification / relevant experience
- Willingness to undertake additional training to gain knowledge and skills specific to stroke rehabilitation.
- Significant experience as a therapy technical instructor/ senior rehabilitation assistant (band 3)
- Recent experience of working within NHS rehabilitation teams
- Have knowledge of wheelchairs, assistive equipment and minor adaptations
- Experience working within the field of stroke/neurology
- Experience of working in an inpatient rehabilitation setting
- Experience of using outcome measures to record patient progress
- Experience of undertaking cognitive/mood screens
- Experience of managing own caseload
- Current knowledge & skills in therapy practice relevant to speciality
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
- Completion of further stroke/ neurology specific training/courses
- Comprehensive understanding of both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy practice
- Effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate with patients who have impaired communication abilities
- Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
- Ability to empathise with and motivate others
- Ability to act on own initiative, organise work and manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work within your scope of practice and seek help when required.
- Ability to maintain accurate written records.
- Ability to undertake moving and handling procedures
- Experience of using Information Technology
- Experience leading rehabilitation groups (e.g. exercise groups, breakfast clubs)
- Ability to co-ordinate access and home discharge visits
- Teaching skills/sharing knowledge with patients and colleagues.
- Experience of goal setting with patients
- Experience of positively contributing to the development and modernisation of a service
- Positive attitude to patient care and teamwork
- Willing to work flexibly as the service requires including weekend and Bank Holiday working.
- Willing to adhere to STHFT PROUD values
- GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent in English and maths or equivalent qualification / relevant experience.
- NVQ/QCF level 3/4 in healthcare or equivalent relevant qualification / relevant experience
- Willingness to undertake additional training to gain knowledge and skills specific to stroke rehabilitation.
- Significant experience as a therapy technical instructor/ senior rehabilitation assistant (band 3)
- Recent experience of working within NHS rehabilitation teams
- Have knowledge of wheelchairs, assistive equipment and minor adaptations
- Experience working within the field of stroke/neurology
- Experience of working in an inpatient rehabilitation setting
- Experience of using outcome measures to record patient progress
- Experience of undertaking cognitive/mood screens
- Experience of managing own caseload
- Current knowledge & skills in therapy practice relevant to speciality
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
- Completion of further stroke/ neurology specific training/courses
- Comprehensive understanding of both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy practice
- Effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate with patients who have impaired communication abilities
- Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
- Ability to empathise with and motivate others
- Ability to act on own initiative, organise work and manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work within your scope of practice and seek help when required.
- Ability to maintain accurate written records.
- Ability to undertake moving and handling procedures
- Experience of using Information Technology
- Experience leading rehabilitation groups (e.g. exercise groups, breakfast clubs)
- Ability to co-ordinate access and home discharge visits
- Teaching skills/sharing knowledge with patients and colleagues.
- Experience of goal setting with patients
- Experience of positively contributing to the development and modernisation of a service
- Positive attitude to patient care and teamwork
- Willing to work flexibly as the service requires including weekend and Bank Holiday working.
- Willing to adhere to STHFT PROUD values