Senior Rapid Response Therapist (OT or Physio)
We are seeking a passionate Rapid Response Therapist who shares in our vision of the 'home first' approach. You will have the opportunity to work in a large MDT to deliver a 2-hour response as part of the National Urgent Community Response targets. Our aim is to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions and prevent avoidable Emergency Department attendances by an integrated multidisciplinary approach stabilising patients within the place they call home.
The OBI team is a generic therapy service providing assessment and treatment to complex patients. The role will be predominantly crisis response work within a patient's own home, however there will be some opportunity for short term rehab where required.
The post holder will be expected to travel independently to meet the demands of the role across the Dudley borough carrying large piece of equipment as required.
In order to be successful candidates will need evidence alongside person spec requirements how their current knowledge and skill is transferable to this role specifically.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be able to work autonomously and have post grad experience preferably with older adults and acute medicine/falls. You will have excellent communication skills, time management skills with the ability to prioritise and problem solve. Providing rapid response, senior therapy assessment & treatment of complex patients within the community.
You will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills by having responsibility for the supervision of junior staff and students.
This is a 7-day service including bank holidays and weekends. The shift patterns are 08:00 -16:00 and 11:00 - 19:00hrs which can change dependent on the service development/needs.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Qualifications & Education
* Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy
* HCPC registered
Knowledge and Training
* Good knowledge of current best practice of in rapid response, rehabilitation, falls and clinical guidelines
* Good knowledge of National guidance for Urgent Community Response Services
* Completed junior rotations in core areas or equivalent rehabilitation experience across a variety of clinical settings
* Computer literate, knowledge of using TEAMS/Outlook/Excel/Word etc
* Evidence of post graduate training
Experience
* Evidence of relevant post-graduate experience (including relevant short courses/direct patient experience with physically impaired patients)
* Experience of working with physically impaired patients
* Experience at a band 6 level
* Experience of working in the community
* Supervision of junior staff and students
Communication & Relationship Skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Able to communicate sensitive and diagnostic information showing empathy and reassurance.
* Experience of Multidisciplinary teamwork
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Demonstrate enthusiasm for the role
* Ability to pass on skills / knowledge to others
Analytical & Judgement Skills
* Ability to appropriately assess, diagnose, treat patients with deteriorating functional ability secondary to acute/chronic illness, and know when to delegate to assistant therapy practitioners for ongoing therapy.
* Ability to recognise risk and act accordingly
* Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
* Ability to manage own workload and determine priorities.
* Commitment to lifelong learning
* Ability to work independently and flexibly (by interpreting occupational policies as an autonomous practitioner making decisions within code of practice).
* Able to safely use and store expensive equipment
* Able to monitor and maintain stock control of equipment/resources
Planning & Organisational Skills
* Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
* Commitment to personal and team development
* Ability to carry out self-directed learning
* Able to manage own workload effectively and adjust patient care plans independently.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
* Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
* Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
* Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued
* Able to travel to meet the demands of the job - not all public transport will support all geographical locations.
* To independently conduct risk assessments for the physical moving & handling of complex, dependent patients. Able to engage in low level manual handing from floor.
* Able to use specialist falls equipment following training.
* Ability to concentrate during patient assessments and therapy
* To have specialist knowledge of moving and handling equipment and how to assess & use this appropriately
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.
Brierley Hill Health and Social Care Centre
Operational Lead for Community Rehab Services
£39,959 to £48,117 a year, Pro Rata, Per Annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
253-0526-8019157
Job locations
Brierley Hill Health and Social Care Centre
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