Job Title: Frailty Practitioner Band: Band 7 Locality: Adult Frailty and Specialist Services Base: Community Settings Responsible to: Integrated Operational Lead Job Purpose: The Frailty Practitioner leads on frailty care within community integrated teams. They use their expertise in physical and diagnostic assessments, medication reviews, and geriatric assessments (CGA) to help prevent hospital admissions and improve care for frail older adults. The role involves providing specialist advice, case management, and supporting multidisciplinary teams in comprehensive geriatric assessments. Departmental Position: The role reports to the Integrated Operational Lead for localities and works closely with various team leads in Adult Frailty and Specialist Services (AFSS). They play a key role in enhancing primary care and supporting service transformation for frailty services. Main Duties & Responsibilities: People Management: Plan and deliver frailty education programs for community team members, students, service users, and professionals. Manage staff tasks, including communication, appraisals, training, and performance management. Function as a clinical mentor and role model, supporting staff and students. Offer support in handling complaints and incidents, ensuring work is appropriately delegated to the multidisciplinary team (MDT). Financial & Physical Resources: Ensure efficient resource usage and assist with budget management, forecasting, and cost control. Provide support in developing business cases and monitor skill mix for the team. Manage the provision and safety of equipment in line with policies. Administration: Manage time effectively to balance patient care and non-clinical duties. Maintain accurate, confidential records, using paper or IT systems as specified in organizational policies. Participate in managing referrals and liaise with operational leads to support service delivery. People Using Our Services: Perform comprehensive geriatric assessments, collaborating with the MDT to support frail patients. Lead advanced care planning and ensure the proper documentation of care plans and treatment escalation. Provide clinical case management to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and readmissions. Policy & Service Development: Lead or participate in audits and service improvement activities. Develop and implement policies and protocols to improve patient care and outcomes. Comply with national standards and guidelines, supporting the organization in maintaining high-quality care and compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards. Other Responsibilities: Develop competencies toward becoming an Independent Prescriber if appropriate for the profession. Participate in the annual appraisal process, ensuring ongoing learning and development. Work within professional and organizational standards, ensuring evidence-based practice. Communications & Relationships: Maintain strong relationships with multidisciplinary professionals and non-professionals. Ensure effective communication through appropriate forums, respecting patient confidentiality. Communicate sensitive information to patients, carers, and colleagues in a professional and compassionate manner. Physical & Mental Demands: Physical Demands: Moderate physical effort is required, including moving furniture in patient homes and transporting equipment. Daily driving and potentially working in adverse weather conditions. Mental Effort: Regularly performing complex assessments and prioritising tasks in response to urgent care needs. Handling interruptions and managing time-sensitive situations. Working Conditions: Exposure to bodily fluids, poor hygiene, and potential exposure to communicable diseases. Potential for encountering verbal and physical aggression, particularly in home visits. Additional Information: The post holder must adhere to all organizational policies and participate in mandatory training, including safeguarding and infection control. The role may involve engagement in research or audits, supporting sustainability and climate change initiatives. The job description is subject to review at least annually and may be updated in consultation with the postholder. Risk Management, Health & Safety, and Safeguarding: The role includes active participation in risk management, adhering to safety policies, and safeguarding children and adults. Regular updates on health and safety practices, infection control, and safeguarding policies are required. Sustainability & Climate Change: Employees are encouraged to reduce carbon emissions and contribute to sustainability efforts within the organisation. Other: The position requires adherence to the Working Time Regulations, with no staff expected to work over 48 hours per week unless in exceptional cases. Compliance with the organisation's no smoking and no alcohol policies is mandatory