Job summary
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 4 Therapy Technical Instructor to join the Acute Therapy team on a 9-month fixed-term contract.
As a therapy Technical Instructor you will work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists to ensure a high quality, patient centered approach. The role involves working closely with patients to optimise their ability to perform activities of daily living and to maximise independence. The role will also include non-clinical tasks such as record keeping, data collection, admin tasks and equipment maintenance.
The position can be physically demanding and requires excellent communication skills. You will be required to write directly into electronic medical notes, so a good standard of written work is essential. Due to the busy nature of the wards, you will also need to be resilient and organised.
Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate some understanding of the role of therapies and rehab in the acute setting. The ideal candidate will have experience working in as a therapy assistant in acute or community settings. No professional qualifications are required.
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Please see our recruitment video below:
Working as an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist at UCLH - YouTube
Main duties of the job
o Provide both clinical and administrative support to the Acute Therapy team across AMU and A&Eo Show initiative, motivation and excellent organisational ability when working closely with therapy staff to develop administrative support and systems for the therapy team.o To work without direct supervision, but under the direction of a qualified staff member, in the performance of specific tasks for an individual or group/class as part of the treatment and rehabilitation programme.o To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients and carers.o Post-holder will be expected, after appropriate training, to perform manual handling tasks.o Demonstrate time management & prioritisation skills.o Communicate to the therapists, and other members of the multi-professional team, changes in the patient's condition, response to intervention and relevant discharge plans.o To provide cover for other Support Staff across the service during periods of absence.o Required to work with their team on service development and quality assurance projects.o Participate in 7-day service rota where appropriate.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Broad general education
Desirable
- NVQ in Health and / or Social Care
Experience: Previous experience including:
Essential
- Working with the people
- Working in a team
- Working with older people or in inpatient rehabilitation
- Working in the NHS
- Working as a therapy assistant
Desirable
- Working in community care
- Working as a technical instructor
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Communication: Fluency in written and spoken English
- Personal Qualities and Skills: Ability to prioritise /organise own work
- Interest in developing new knowledge and skills
- A flexible approach to service delivery and needs
- Good numerate skills
- Good computer literacy and keyboard skills
- Excellent team working and communication skills
- Assessment & treatment planning: Experience with ADL and mobility equipment
Other requirements, including:
Essential
- Work Pattern: Able to participate in 7-day services.
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
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
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Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
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