Job responsibilities 8. To enable clients to maintain and improve their independence by fitting prescribed equipment, demonstrate and educate safe use of equipment. 9. To teach the client mobility techniques with a variety of equipment including wheelchairs. 10. To maximize and maintain patient safety at all times. This may include continual improvements in care such as working to reduce falls and pressure areas. 11. To assist therapists in ordering appropriate equipment for clients. 12. To refer clients to other agencies, as advised by therapist. 13. To handle and move clients, as indicated, by using prescribed equipment and techniques as detailed in training and be familiar with, and utilise, the services and advice given by the Handling Advisor 14. To contribute to the protection of vulnerable adults from abuse by highlighting and monitoring for signs of abuse and reporting these to the therapist. 15. To respond any client questions constructively and to promptly pass on any questions you are unable to resolve, to appropriate professionals. 16. To manage your own caseload, time and appointments.