Rehabilitation Assistant

Job summary The post holder will work primarily alongside the team's specialist Neuro Physiotherapist; but on occasion support with therapy interventions under the supervision of the occupational therapist, clinical psychologist, dietitian and speech & language therapist.
This post will allow candidates, who meet the person specification, to develop multi-disciplinary skills in the field of neuro-rehabilitation through gaining further knowledge and competencies.
Main duties of the job The role of the Assistant Practitioner is to deliver a high quality, caring andcompassionate patient care.
The post holder will be undertake assessment,implementation and evaluation of patient care needs for a defined group ofpatients under the indirect supervision of a registered professional in theirspecialist area.
The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of therapeutic care within South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.
About us Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC.
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.
In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county.
We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of values can be summed up in one sentence.
We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'.
Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work.
It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Job description Job responsibilities Professional Values To ensure Trust standards and values are maintained and monitored toimprove the quality of care to all who come into contact with the servicesprovided by South Warwickshire Foundation Trust Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, andmeets appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order tomaintain high morale and motivation within the department.
Promoting a professional and positive working environment To report any accidents or incidents via the DATIX incident reportingsystem and/or to an appropriate registered professional, ensuring an openand transparent culture.
To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearanceat all times.
To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage.
To ensure children and adults and protected from abuse and avoidableharm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trustpolicies and procedures.
Clinical Practice Take responsibility for care and welfare of a defined caseload ofpatients/clients within your area of work (Community Multiple Sclerosis) Continuously assess, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriateprogrammes / methods of care agreed by a registered professional.
To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause forconcern Never undertake anything beyond your own level of competency.
To ensure delivery of high quality care in accordance with Trust policies,procedures and guidelines.
To accurately document all care delivered to patients, maintainingconfidentiality at all times.
Participate in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectivenessof care in response to local and national policies and initiatives To adhere to Infection Prevention and Control policies relevant to the areaof work, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
To support relatives as required demonstrating compassion and empathy.
Provide supervision and support to junior staff as required Communications and Interpersonal Relationships Providing assistance, support and information where required, in patientsown homes, identifying individual needs and utilising a range of agreedcommunication mediums.
Always introduce yourself in line with the Trust privacy and dignity promisesand the principles of good customer service.
Communicate effectively and professionally with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned, coordinated and communicated.
Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient caremaintaining confidentiality at all times.
Use the Trust information support systems and other computer systems asrequired by the clinical area.
Team Working To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leadingby example to junior members of the team Support and cooperate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure that allstatutory and Trust regulations are complied with.
Participate in research and audit as required by the multidisciplinary teamto ensure standards of patient care are monitored and improved.
Education, Training and Personal Development To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions infection control,resuscitation and moving and handling training.
To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker Induction programme To successfully complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks ofcommencing employment To ensure maintenance and development of individual competenceknowledge and skill As a competent practitioner, teach and provide supervision to appropriatejunior staff.
To participate in and undertake appropriate training and developmentactivities including IT and clinical skills Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent Minimum Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent higher apprenticeship Experience Essential Significant experience in delivering care and working in a healthcare, people centred environment.
Experience working as part of a team.
Desirable Experience in supervising others at work Skills Essential Evidence of competence in patient assessment skills Evidence of specialist extended skills and competencies Evidence of regular updates and utilisation of specialist skills and competencies Able to implement and evaluate treatment Able to recognise when escalation to a registered professional is required Able to delegate work appropriately Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills Competent IT skills Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner Ability to organise and prioritise workload Able to work autonomously Ability to write accurate and legibly in patient notes Desirable Experience of supervising others Personal Qualities Essential Able to work as part of a team.
Compassionate and caring nature Empathetic Reliable Other Essential Passes pre-employment checks.
Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities Able, with appropriate support, to work in an emotionally demanding environment