Neuromuscular Care Advisor - East of England
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
This is an exciting opportunity to join a unique and specialist team in a largely Community based post, suitable for a Therapist (Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist) or Nurse, working with paediatric and adult patients across specialist and Community Care environments in the East of England, specifically including parts of mid and North Essex, as well as parts of Cambridgeshire.
The role supports the care of patients with genetic and acquired neuromuscular disorders such as muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy and other muscle wasting conditions. You will support the regional specialist Neuromuscular Clinics at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge as well as Neuromuscular Clinics in other hospitals / clinical settings in the region.
Neuromuscular conditions often require complex multidisciplinary care, working in multiple settings including Clinics, Inpatient Units, homes, schools / colleges and other Community settings.
You will provide coordination, advice and support for people living with a neuromuscular condition, their families and their carers.
The post is part time and makes up a regional service made up of three in a small and very effective team.
Main duties of the job
You will work directly and semi-autonomously supporting people living with neuromuscular conditions in the East of England and alongside the specialist Neuromuscular Teams at Addenbrooke's Hospital as well as Community based Paediatric, Neurology and Therapy teams.
The regional Neuromuscular Care Advisors are based at Addenbrooke's Hospital, but the nature of the work offers opportunity for highly flexible working, including work from home. Many aspects of the role are now successfully managed using virtual platforms.
Each Care Advisor covers a specific geographic area within the region and individuals interested in the role are encouraged to contact the service for further information on how this is currently set up and how caseloads are reviewed and shared out.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Paediatric or Adult Nurse (NMC), Occupational Therapist (HCPC) or Physiotherapist (HCPC)
* Evidence of continuous professional development
Experience
* Experience of delivering specialist advice and an understanding of the challenges faced relating to identification, assessment, treatment and ongoing management of a long-term condition
* Relevant post qualification NHS experience in Band 6 or equivalent role
* Experience of formal / informal teaching
* Experience of initiating change
* Experience of working in Primary Care and Community settings
Knowledge
* Understanding of evidence-based practice
Skills
* Commitment to multidisciplinary working
Additional Requirements
* The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
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.
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