Job summary We are seeking to recruit a qualified, registered Clinician to join our integrated clinical team. You will be conducting assessments with our NHS Wheelchair users in various settings within the surrounding areas ensuring outstanding customer experience is maintained throughout. You will showcase an empathic and resilient approach when faced with challenging situations with the ability to work collaboratively with our customer service, logistics, and the wider clinical teams. You will be responsible for managing your own caseload of patients with a range of permanent wheelchair mobility, postural, and pressure relief needs. You will ensure best practice is maintained throughout whilst receiving professional guidance from the Clinical, Service Leads and other experienced members of the clinical team. Main duties of the job Hold, prioritise, plan and organiseyour own caseload of service users,some of whom will have complex needs Provide high quality, service user focused assessment and prescription of manual wheelchairs, powered wheelchairs, buggies and seating Work within professional standards and clinical guidelines, promoting best practice and undertaking all aspects of clinical duties Provide clinical advice to other members of the team; may act as lead for a specialism Havecompetence within the specialism of wheelchair services, underpinned by developed theoretical knowledge. Supervise and allocate work to rehabilitation assistants, rehabilitation engineering technicians. About us AJM Healthcare is a leading provider of wheelchair & community equipment services to the NHS and the Private Sector. We have over 35 years experience in these sectors and see ourselves as innovators helping increase independence, offering choice and personalisation, while delivering better outcomes. Our team provide a caring, user-centric and holistic approach that is tailored to each individual. Date posted 19 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number U0026-VA972 Job locations A J M Mead Lane Hertford SG13 7GX Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached the job description for the role of Clinician for further information about the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached the job description for the role of Clinician for further information about the role. Person Specification Skills and Knowledge Essential Sound clinical reasoning skills An understanding of clinical governance Strong verbal and written communication skills (in English) Strong interpersonal communication skills Strong time management and organisational skills Ability to use initiative and work independently without direct supervision Car driver with license valid for the UK Computer literate ability to use Microsoft packages such as Word, Outlook, Excel effectively. Desirable Knowledge of a range of neurological and musculoskeletal conditions Knowledge of pressure ulcer avoidance and management Use of electronic patient record systems Access to a private vehicle for work purposes Experience Essential Managing own caseload Desirable Supervising junior staffPost graduate experience relevant to the wheelchair service Writing and handover of prescriptions for wheelchairs and seating Measuring and monitoring own performance and that of others Working in the community Interdisciplinary working Working to targets Qualifications Essential BSc or diploma in occupational therapy, physiotherapy or engineering HCPC registration Desirable Post graduate qualification Member of relevant special interest group Personal competencies, attitudes and qualities Essential Ability to respond positively to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions Ability to remain calm and professional with service users who may be emotionally and physically distressed Self-motivated and keen to develop self and team Exhibits behaviours in line with AJM Values Desirable Assertive, credible and proactive with good problem solving skills Person Specification Skills and Knowledge Essential Sound clinical reasoning skills An understanding of clinical governance Strong verbal and written communication skills (in English) Strong interpersonal communication skills Strong time management and organisational skills Ability to use initiative and work independently without direct supervision Car driver with license valid for the UK Computer literate ability to use Microsoft packages such as Word, Outlook, Excel effectively. Desirable Knowledge of a range of neurological and musculoskeletal conditions Knowledge of pressure ulcer avoidance and management Use of electronic patient record systems Access to a private vehicle for work purposes Experience Essential Managing own caseload Desirable Supervising junior staffPost graduate experience relevant to the wheelchair service Writing and handover of prescriptions for wheelchairs and seating Measuring and monitoring own performance and that of others Working in the community Interdisciplinary working Working to targets Qualifications Essential BSc or diploma in occupational therapy, physiotherapy or engineering HCPC registration Desirable Post graduate qualification Member of relevant special interest group Personal competencies, attitudes and qualities Essential Ability to respond positively to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions Ability to remain calm and professional with service users who may be emotionally and physically distressed Self-motivated and keen to develop self and team Exhibits behaviours in line with AJM Values Desirable Assertive, credible and proactive with good problem solving skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name AJM Healthcare Address A J M Mead Lane Hertford SG13 7GX Employer's website https://www.ajmhealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)