Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Secondment opportunity 12 months (maternity leave cover). An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Doncaster Community Stroke Rehabilitation Team which comprises of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Nursing staff and Rehabilitation Assistants. This service covers the Early Supported Discharge and Community Rehabilitation Service.
The Rehabilitation Assistant will support the qualified professionals and contribute to the assessment, implementation and delivery of care within patient's homes.
Main duties of the job
1. Undertake agreed activities with patients/service users under the direct supervision of the qualified staff. This will include:
* Provision of mobility equipment
* Supervision of patients whilst completing exercise programmes
1. Report progress of the patient and changes in condition to the appropriate person.
2. Ensure accurate documentation of care within the electronic record keeping programme.
3. Develop clinical competency and skills through the completion of competency-based training and maintain skills through regular re-assessment and training.
4. Demonstrate sensitivity to the patient and carer's needs by respecting privacy and dignity, whilst maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
5. Develop a rapport with patients/service users and encourage them to participate in the rehabilitation/healthcare programmes and activities.
6. Work using own initiative within the community with minimal supervision following a period of supervised practice.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Written, verbal and numeric skills to GCSE grade C or similar.
* NVQ - level 2.
* Evidence of learning from reflection.
* Basic internet and technology skills.
Experience
* Have previously worked with people in a health care setting.
* Have worked within a Multidisciplinary team.
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.
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Clinical Team Leader/Occupational Therapist
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