We are excited to offer a position within our Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service as part of the therapy team. This role provides a unique opportunity for proactive engagement and autonomy, supported by senior physiotherapists.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct assessments and provide treatment for service users referred to the Occupational Health Service, including those from Liverpool Hospitals and various NHS and private contracts.
• Deliver group sessions independently and in collaboration with OH, Psychology and Occupational Therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Promote health and wellbeing initiatives, actively participating in workplace visits to support self-management related to job requirements.
• Provide health promotion advice and engage in health and wellbeing events.
• Triage of physiotherapy referrals using established criteria to prioritise referrals based on urgency, severity of the condition, and the potential impact on the employee’s ability to work.
• The successful applicant will be based out of our OH service within Aintree but may also hold satellite clinics at our Broadgreen and Royal Sites.
As an integral part of our innovative therapy team, you will play a crucial role in fostering a proactive approach to the health and wellbeing of our employees. Join us in making a positive impact on organisational health which in turn improves health outcomes for our valued workforce.
Assessment and Diagnosis: Conducting thorough assessments of employees to identify musculoskeletal conditions and other health issues affecting their work performance.
Treatment Planning: Developing individualised treatment plans based on assessments, incorporating various physiotherapy techniques and interventions.
Rehabilitation: Implementing rehabilitation programs to aid recovery and improve functional capacity, often focusing on returning employees to work.
Education and Advice: Providing education on injury prevention, ergonomics, and lifestyle modifications to promote health and well-being in the workplace.
Collaboration: Working with multidisciplinary teams, including Occupational Health Practitioners, Occupational Therapists and Psychologists, to support employee health initiatives.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly reviewing and adjusting treatment plans based on progress and outcomes and keeping detailed records of interventions and results.
Health Promotion: Participating in workplace health promotion activities and initiatives to enhance overall employee health and reduce absenteeism.
Clinical Documentation: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care and compliance with legal requirements.
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women’s Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women’s, visit theircareers page.
Key responsibilities
Main Duties:
· Assessment and Diagnosis: Conducting thorough assessments of employees to identify musculoskeletal conditions and other health issues affecting their work performance.
· Treatment Planning: Developing individualised treatment plans based on assessments, incorporating various physiotherapy techniques and interventions.
· Rehabilitation: Implementing rehabilitation programs to aid recovery and improve functional capacity, often focusing on returning employees to work.
· Education and Advice: Providing education on injury prevention, ergonomics, and lifestyle modifications to promote health and well-being in the workplace.
· Collaboration: Working with multidisciplinary teams, including Occupational Health Practitioners, Occupational Therapists and Psychologists, to support employee health initiatives.
· Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly reviewing and adjusting treatment plans based on progress and outcomes and keeping detailed records of interventions and results.
· Health Promotion: Participating in workplace health promotion activities and initiatives to enhance overall employee health and reduce absenteeism.
· Training and Supervision: Offering guidance and support to junior staff and students, contributing to their professional development.
· Clinical Documentation: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care and compliance with legal requirements.
Reporting and Analysing:
· Patient Progress Reports: Documenting treatment outcomes and progress of individual patients, including response to interventions and any changes in function or pain levels.
· Data Collection: Gathering data on injury prevalence, types of conditions treated, and recovery times to identify trends and areas for improvement.
· Outcome Measures: Utilising standardised outcome measures (e.g., questionnaires) to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and track patient progress over time.
· Statistical Analysis: Analysing collected data to assess the impact of occupational health interventions on employee health, productivity, and absenteeism.
· Audit and Review: Participating in regular audits of service delivery, patient outcomes, and adherence to protocols to ensure quality standards are met.
· Activity and Outcome Reports: Contribute to the preparation of reports that summarise findings, highlight trends, and provide recommendations for workplace health initiatives.
· Risk Assessment Analysis: Reviewing workplace environments and practices to identify potential health risks and suggesting changes based on findings.
· Feedback Mechanisms: Implementing and analysing feedback from employees regarding physiotherapy services to improve the quality of care provided.
Communication and relationships.
Communication
· Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Communicating effectively with a range of professionals, including Occupational Health Practitioners, Occupational Therapists and Psychologists, Health and Safety Officers and Manual Handling Team, to facilitate workplace health initiatives.
· Employee Education: Providing clear and accessible information to employees regarding their conditions, treatment options, and self-management strategies.
· Feedback Channels: Establishing mechanisms for employees to provide feedback on services, which can inform practice improvements.
Relationships
· Building Trust: Developing strong rapport with employees to encourage openness and engagement in their health management.
· Networking: Collaborating with other health professionals within the organisation and in the community to share knowledge, best practices, and resources.
· Advocacy: Acting as an advocate for employee health and well-being within the workplace, promoting the importance of physiotherapy services and occupational health.
· Training and Support: As part of the MDT offering training sessions (Back on Track) for managers and staff on injury prevention, ergonomics, and wellness strategies to foster a supportive workplace culture.
These aspects of reporting, communication, and relationship-building are crucial for effective service delivery and promoting a healthy workplace environment.
Training
● Work with service users and key stakeholders to support the development and co-delivery of training programmes related to the health and wellbeing needs of the trust.
● Facilitate individual and group interventions e.g. using highly developed motivational skills to achieve improvement and overcome resistance.
Clinical Governance / Quality
The post holder plays a key role in clinical governance and quality assurance, contributing to the Occupational Health National Accreditation Scheme – SEQOHS (Safe, Effective, Quality Occupational Health Standards).
Clinical Governance
· Patient Safety: Ensuring the highest standards of care by adhering to clinical protocols, guidelines, and evidence-based practices to minimise risks and enhance patient safety.
· Quality Improvement: Participating in quality improvement initiatives, including audits and feedback mechanisms, to evaluate service delivery and patient outcomes.
· Continuing Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing professional development and training to stay updated with the latest practices and advancements in physiotherapy and occupational health.
· Risk Management: Identifying potential risks in service delivery and implementing strategies to mitigate these risks, ensuring compliance with organisational policies.
· Incident Reporting: Contributing to the reporting and analysis of incidents or adverse events to facilitate learning and improve service quality.
Contribution to SEQOHS
· Adherence to Standards: Actively working to meet the SEQOHS standards by participating in audits, providing evidence of quality service delivery, and contributing to the overall compliance of the occupational health service.
· Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintaining comprehensive and accurate clinical records in line with SEQOHS requirements, ensuring confidentiality and accessibility of patient information.
· Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including, to promote a culture of quality and safety in the workplace.
· Patient Feedback: Implementing and analysing feedback from employees regarding their experience of physiotherapy services to inform service improvement efforts.
· Training and Development: Participating in or providing training for colleagues on best practices in physiotherapy and occupational health, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
· Reporting Outcomes: Regularly reporting on clinical outcomes and quality metrics to management, contributing to strategic planning and resource allocation.
This advert closes on Monday 6 Jan 2025