Assistant Practitioner Critical Care - Maternity Cover
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
An opportunity has arisen to work within the Critical Care Therapy Team at RSH to cover maternity leave. We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person to join the team as a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner. The Critical Care Therapy Team comprises of a Band 7 and Band 5 Physiotherapist, a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, and 2 Band 4 Assistant Practitioners.
Main Duties of the Job
This role forms part of the Critical Care Therapy Team and will play a pivotal role in the rehabilitation and recovery of complex critically ill patients. These patients will be treated whilst on ITU and HDU, and the complex patients will also be followed up following discharge to the wards.
The role will assist in physical, functional, and psychological recovery and involve working closely with the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist.
The post holder will work within the MDT to ensure physical, functional, and psychological recovery from critical illness.
About Us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. We're on a mission to provide high-quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Job Responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* GCSEs in Maths and English (Grades 9-4/A-C)
* Evidence of knowledge and skills sufficient to demonstrate the ability and willingness to study and work at the level equivalent to a foundation degree.
* Previous Therapy Assistant experience
Knowledge
* Knowledge of therapy interventions acquired through training or experience within a healthcare setting
* Knowledge of the role of the Assistant Practitioner and the boundaries of the position
* Basic understanding of the patient condition and its impact on the therapy intervention
Skills
* Experience in liaising with other agencies
* Knowledge and experience of common conditions in the acute setting and the impact on therapy intervention
* Knowledge and experience in caring for patients with complex conditions
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.
Employer Name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
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