Job summary BAND 4 SENIOR THERAPY TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR POST ELDERLY MEDICINE NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL - Full Time Are you looking to progress or take on a new career in health care? Do you have a special interest in working with the elderly population where there are often complex medical, physical, psychological and social situations to be aware of? Are you someone who would like to make a positive difference to this cohort of patients? We may have the job for you. The team consists of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Support Staff and you will be supported by the registered staff in the role and encouraged to develop your knowledge and skills. The successful candidate will work alongside the therapy staff and the wider multi-disciplinary team on the Elderly Medical wards at Northampton General Hospital. We are looking for someone who is empathetic, flexible, has a commitment to team working and has good written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills. They should have experience of working with people who are frail in both body and mind, including acute or long-term cognitive impairments. Recent experience of working in an acute, fast paced environment is desirable. Our service is currently moving from a 5-day service to 7 days per week. We are recruiting for a senior technical Instructor who shares our ambition and vision of being dedicated to excellence and has the drive to take us forward. Main duties of the job The post holder will: Actively provide therapy care for patients as part of the multi-disciplinary team at NGH Provide specific evidence-based assessments and treatments under the indirect supervision of registered therapist using a therapy framework. Provide technical skills to assist a registered Therapist in treating a variety of patients. Provide therapy care to in-patients Occasionally complete access visits to patients' homes to assess for suitability of equipment for discharge. Assist registered therapy staff when completing home visits with a patient Assess for and issue low level equipment Have access to, read and understand medical notes and information from the MDT to inform decision making regarding suitability for intervention Be able to interpret clinical observations and understand the implications of therapy interventions Represent Therapies at ward board rounds, gaining information to feedback to the registered Therapists and communicating any relevant Therapy updates relating to patients. To participate in 7 day working patterns, including bank holidays Provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision and values: Courage Accountability Compassion Integrity Respect About us Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values Compassion Accountability Respect Integrity Courage We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. We are a Defence positive trust, supporting our reservists, veterans, spouses and partners. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 265-6678909-A Job locations Northampton General Hospital Cliftonville Northampton NN1 5BD Job description Job responsibilities To be an integral member of a therapies team, to assist registered therapy staff in assessing and carrying out specific therapy interventions for clients with more complex needs. This will include clients who have difficulties understanding and communicating Review and implement treatment programmes making necessary modifications prior to reporting back to a registered therapist in line with the band 4 competency framework. Provide support and training to other registered and non-registered staff within the therapy team. Manage and prioritise own case load independently, carry out delegated duties and work flexibly in order to support the smooth running of the therapy department. Provision of clinical services: Demonstrate a good understanding of medical conditions within the area of speciality / clinical pathway and the impact of these on the patients function and rehabilitation. To have a holistic understanding of the patient and their condition, as well as the impact of psychosocial dynamics on their function. To enable patients to cooperate in their rehabilitation programme using encouragement, reassurance, tact and sensitivity; overcome barriers to understanding with patients whose understanding is impaired. To identify and implement correct treatment plans within known patient care pathways under the indirect supervision of a registered therapist. To assess, formulate and adapt treatment and discharge plans for patients in conjunction with registered therapy staff Be able to use functional tasks to assess a patients physical and/or cognitive abilities under indirect supervision of the registered therapist To identify patients that do not fall within care pathway / agreed framework and who need referral to registered staff Using protocols and set processes to assess patients mobility and functional abilities and assess for and issue appropriate low-level equipment. To provide advice to patients / carers on safe use and care of prescribed equipment. Within competencies, be able to provide therapy treatments to patients who have a history of falls To constantly assess patients stamina / understanding during treatment sessions and modify treatment as appropriate. To work in a flexible and responsive way when under pressure To provide and receive complex patient care information with the multi-professional team, patients and carers in board rounds, ward rounds, family meetings and discharge planning meetings and use this information to modify patient care. To provide advice to patients / carers on safe use and care of prescribed equipment. Maintain accurate and up to date records of clinical interventions, consistent with legal and organisational requirements. Be responsible for maintaining rehabilitation equipment in the department. Improving patient and visitor experiences: To be a point of contact for patients and relatives in the clinical area. To communicate factual and sometimes complex information to patients and relatives with patients consent. To contribute to the development and sharing of patient and carer information. Support with gathering and using patient feedback to help improve and develop services. Respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs. Be aware of ethical issues which impact on Therapy service provision and work under the guidance of Therapists in relation to this. Using audit, evaluation and research: Through guidance from the registered Therapists, be aware of and implement, evidence-based practice and outcome measures as appropriate to the clinical area. Support therapists to implement agreed action plans from both national and local strategies, benchmarking standards and clinical audits as appropriate. Participate in audit and research projects as required by service leads and collect data as required. Support therapists to foster a culture which allows innovation and practice development within the clinical area. Monitor outcomes of patient intervention using outcome measures under indirect supervision from registered therapist Collect and record accurate and timely data / information to contribute to department service standards and procedures. To identify training needs and facilitate professional development through active participation in supervision and appraisals. To recognise limitations of own scope of practice. To submit claim forms in a timely manner following the departments Health Roster Standard Operating Procedure. Please see job description for further details Job description Job responsibilities To be an integral member of a therapies team, to assist registered therapy staff in assessing and carrying out specific therapy interventions for clients with more complex needs. This will include clients who have difficulties understanding and communicating Review and implement treatment programmes making necessary modifications prior to reporting back to a registered therapist in line with the band 4 competency framework. Provide support and training to other registered and non-registered staff within the therapy team. Manage and prioritise own case load independently, carry out delegated duties and work flexibly in order to support the smooth running of the therapy department. Provision of clinical services: Demonstrate a good understanding of medical conditions within the area of speciality / clinical pathway and the impact of these on the patients function and rehabilitation. To have a holistic understanding of the patient and their condition, as well as the impact of psychosocial dynamics on their function. To enable patients to cooperate in their rehabilitation programme using encouragement, reassurance, tact and sensitivity; overcome barriers to understanding with patients whose understanding is impaired. To identify and implement correct treatment plans within known patient care pathways under the indirect supervision of a registered therapist. To assess, formulate and adapt treatment and discharge plans for patients in conjunction with registered therapy staff Be able to use functional tasks to assess a patients physical and/or cognitive abilities under indirect supervision of the registered therapist To identify patients that do not fall within care pathway / agreed framework and who need referral to registered staff Using protocols and set processes to assess patients mobility and functional abilities and assess for and issue appropriate low-level equipment. To provide advice to patients / carers on safe use and care of prescribed equipment. Within competencies, be able to provide therapy treatments to patients who have a history of falls To constantly assess patients stamina / understanding during treatment sessions and modify treatment as appropriate. To work in a flexible and responsive way when under pressure To provide and receive complex patient care information with the multi-professional team, patients and carers in board rounds, ward rounds, family meetings and discharge planning meetings and use this information to modify patient care. To provide advice to patients / carers on safe use and care of prescribed equipment. Maintain accurate and up to date records of clinical interventions, consistent with legal and organisational requirements. Be responsible for maintaining rehabilitation equipment in the department. Improving patient and visitor experiences: To be a point of contact for patients and relatives in the clinical area. To communicate factual and sometimes complex information to patients and relatives with patients consent. To contribute to the development and sharing of patient and carer information. Support with gathering and using patient feedback to help improve and develop services. Respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs. Be aware of ethical issues which impact on Therapy service provision and work under the guidance of Therapists in relation to this. Using audit, evaluation and research: Through guidance from the registered Therapists, be aware of and implement, evidence-based practice and outcome measures as appropriate to the clinical area. Support therapists to implement agreed action plans from both national and local strategies, benchmarking standards and clinical audits as appropriate. Participate in audit and research projects as required by service leads and collect data as required. Support therapists to foster a culture which allows innovation and practice development within the clinical area. Monitor outcomes of patient intervention using outcome measures under indirect supervision from registered therapist Collect and record accurate and timely data / information to contribute to department service standards and procedures. To identify training needs and facilitate professional development through active participation in supervision and appraisals. To recognise limitations of own scope of practice. To submit claim forms in a timely manner following the departments Health Roster Standard Operating Procedure. Please see job description for further details Person Specification Education, training and qualifications Essential Personal portfolio of evidence of work based learning in healthcare Or NVQ level 4 in care related topic or good standard of education equivalent to A level or BTec Desirable Foundation degree or equivalent in health related subject A combination of short relevant courses Knowledge and Experience Essential Worked as a band 3 within health care Experience of working with a broad range of medical conditions Knowledge and understanding of roles, responsibilities and working practices of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists Understanding of basic anatomy and physiology relevant to Therapy care including muscle groups, gait and skeletal anatomy. Knowledge of the psychosocial elements of healthcare Recognise boundaries of own scope of practice and duty of care, seeking assistance as appropriate Desirable Worked in an acute NHS healthcare environment Significant experience of working with the elderly Skills Essential Well-developed communication skills, including interpersonal skills, liaison, influencing and negotiation. Ability to work on own without immediate support. Ability to organise and prioritise own workload. Ability to use initiative in addressing own learning needs and appraise own performance Ability to problem solve. Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes Essential Flexible and confident manner with a positive approach and high levels of motivation Ability to manage work pressures to enable management of a caseload alongside involvement in non-clinical and professional activities Commitment to own personal and professional development Enthusiasm for contributing towards development of the Therapy services Personal resources to cope when dealing with patients with complex conditions, acute or terminal illnesses, traumatic injuries, mental impairment and challenging behaviours on a daily basis Desirable Ability to travel between hospital sites and patient homes Person Specification Education, training and qualifications Essential Personal portfolio of evidence of work based learning in healthcare Or NVQ level 4 in care related topic or good standard of education equivalent to A level or BTec Desirable Foundation degree or equivalent in health related subject A combination of short relevant courses Knowledge and Experience Essential Worked as a band 3 within health care Experience of working with a broad range of medical conditions Knowledge and understanding of roles, responsibilities and working practices of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists Understanding of basic anatomy and physiology relevant to Therapy care including muscle groups, gait and skeletal anatomy. Knowledge of the psychosocial elements of healthcare Recognise boundaries of own scope of practice and duty of care, seeking assistance as appropriate Desirable Worked in an acute NHS healthcare environment Significant experience of working with the elderly Skills Essential Well-developed communication skills, including interpersonal skills, liaison, influencing and negotiation. Ability to work on own without immediate support. Ability to organise and prioritise own workload. Ability to use initiative in addressing own learning needs and appraise own performance Ability to problem solve. Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes Essential Flexible and confident manner with a positive approach and high levels of motivation Ability to manage work pressures to enable management of a caseload alongside involvement in non-clinical and professional activities Commitment to own personal and professional development Enthusiasm for contributing towards development of the Therapy services Personal resources to cope when dealing with patients with complex conditions, acute or terminal illnesses, traumatic injuries, mental impairment and challenging behaviours on a daily basis Desirable Ability to travel between hospital sites and patient homes 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Northampton General Hospital Address Northampton General Hospital Cliftonville Northampton NN1 5BD Employer's website https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)