DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Perform duties under the supervision of a registered AHP therapist in the palliative rehabilitation of patient using a range of specialist therapeutic treatments. Organise and deliver highly skilled therapy support work this will include individual or group treatments with patients and may be in a variety of settings including in patients own homes. Perform duties under the supervision of a registered AHP therapist in the palliative rehabilitation of patient using a range of specialist therapeutic treatments. Organise and deliver highly skilled therapy support work this will include individual or group treatments with patients and may be in a variety of settings including in patients own homes.
Perform duties under the supervision of a registered AHP therapist in the palliative rehabilitation of patient using a range of specialist therapeutic treatments. Organise and deliver highly skilled therapy support work this will include individual or group treatments with patients and may be in a variety of settings including in patients own homes. Perform duties under the supervision of a registered AHP therapist in the palliative rehabilitation of patient using a range of specialist therapeutic treatments. Organise and deliver highly skilled therapy support work this will include individual or group treatments with patients and may be in a variety of settings including in patients own homes.
To contribute within a multidisciplinary team setting. To take part in quality governance, audits and projects for the team/service To contribute to, and provide feedback about, possible developments in the team. To facilitate relevant professionals / carers to carry out therapy programmes / strategies / advise as instructed by the therapist. To adapt practice to meet individual patients / carers circumstances with due regard for cultural, linguistic differences (including the use of interpreting services) and / or learning and language difficulties.
To clean and maintain all such equipment loaned and report any broken or faulty equipment to the appropriate agencies involved, following Hospice guidelines. To move and handle clients, prepare work spaces and move equipment while observing correct manual handling techniques and following local procedures and guidelines. To organise timetable of therapy and appointments where required across a range of settings. Observe the general behaviour, ability and responses of patients/clients during treatment and to patients, members of the MD, families, carers and qualified AHP.
Gain valid informed consent and work within legal frameworks with patients. Develop rapport with patients/clients to encourage and motivate them towards improving and maintaining quality of life. This requires empathy, sensitivity and good interpersonal skills. To participate in the staff annual appraisal scheme.
Work as a lone practitioner (with telephone support from Senior Therapist) when working in community/domiciliary settings. Make referrals to other multidisciplinary teams/agencies. To receive and prioritise referrals to Therapy made from internal and external agencies in discussion with Supervising Therapist Attend and participate in departmental in-service training and relevant additional courses as required. Take responsibility for the daily use, care and maintenance of basic and highly specialised equipment.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Corporate Governance The post holder must, at all times, act honestly and openly and comply with relevant corporate governance requirements, employment legislation and standards of business conduct. Post holders are expected to be familiar with and comply with all polices and procedures published by Pilgrims Hospices in East Kent. Health and Safety Under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974), it is the responsibility of the post holder at every level to take care of his/her own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by his/her acts at work. Data Protection Ensure that all data is processed in a fair and lawful way for the specific identified purpose, in line with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), national data protection legislation and Pilgrims Hospices Data Protection Policy.
Data must not be disclosed in any manner which is incompatible with the purpose and to any unauthorised persons or organisations. Flexibility The post holder is expected to work flexibly to be able to meet the challenges and opportunities of working within Pilgrims Hospices in East Kent. This Job Description is not exhaustive. This job description is a reflection of the current position and the post holder is expected to view it as a guide rather than an exact description of all duties and responsibilities.
It may be subject to variation from time to time. The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties that may be required by the Line Manager, commensurate with the level of the post.