Rehabilitation Assistant | Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 11 September 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £31,081 - £33,665 per annum inclusive of HCAS |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 October 2024 |
| Location: | Wembley, London, HA0 4UZ |
| Company: | Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6635851/824-ONW-6473023-A |
Summary
To deliver an effective and competent level of therapy programme, set up by therapists within the team, under the guidance and supervision of the therapy staff. This will be led by the client’s rehabilitation plan and will include supporting the work of the OTs, PTs and other team members.
· To carry out simple assessments of patients referred to the team in terms of equipment provision independently.
· To promptly report any therapy programme concerns to an appropriate professional as indicated by that professional’s “professional guidelines”
· To consistently deliver a client-focussed service which promotes optimum independence in the clients home
· To adhere to the in-house code of conduct and attend mandatory and in service training.
· To take a lead role in the induction of other Rehabilitation assistants
PLEASE NOTE- Vacancy will close early when capacity of applications received
1. To contribute to the initial and on-going assessment of a client by completing relevant paperwork and recording and reporting feedback to the therapist.
2. To prepare for, and assist with, clinical activities delivered by the therapist.
3. To adhere to universal precautions, including hand washing and disposal of waste, and ensure effective cleaning of equipment before and after the activity.
4. To undertake prescribed therapy activities and ADL assessments that you have previously been signed competent for, and report any variances or concerns back to relevant team members.
5. To assess safety of conditions and environment prior to in/outdoor rehabilitation activities.
6. To provide clear communication and explanations to patients and effectively respond to questions posed during interventions with no direct supervision.
7. To coach other support staff in undertaking prescribed therapeutic interventions, and in the use of specific equipment
8. To enable clients to maintain and improve their independence by fitting prescribed equipment, demonstrate and educate safe use of equipment.
PLEASE NOTE- Vacancy will close early when capacity of applications received
Just as we care about our patients’ wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
• Car lease scheme *T&C’s apply
• Flexible working options
• Annual travel card loan
• Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it’s like working for us please go here:https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Please refer to Job description and personal Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Sep 2024