As part of the expansion of our Community services development, we are looking to recruit a Band 4 Community Rehab Practitioner to join the Intermediate care team in our Community hub in Guildford and Waverley. We would welcome applicants who are interested in developing their skills as part of a role development program.
Role summary
We are passionate about supporting patients at home, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions, and supporting people when they are discharged from hospital. You will become part of our team working with Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Nurses to provide short-term care and rehabilitation to patients in their own homes to help them regain their independence. You will deliver care to patients while also supporting their rehabilitation program as overseen by the registered staff. You will also work alongside the nursing lead for the team to assist with specific tasks as required.
The role also supports the allocation of patient visits and provides guidance for band 3 colleagues while out on visits in conjunction with the team lead.
You will be supported with training and career development opportunities, including a nationally recognized care certificate and local team competency program. You will have the opportunity to develop your expertise in a community setting with patients with a range of conditions.
We would love to hear from you if you are interested in becoming part of our caring team.
Main duties of the job
JOB PURPOSE
To work as part of the Intermediate Care team which provides short-term support to people being discharged from hospital or to keep them in their own home. The team works with our patients to enable them to achieve their optimum independence.
Patients will require support with personal care, mobility, medication administration, and exercise programs to achieve their individual recovery and rehabilitation goals. You will take on new patients on the Intermediate Care Team caseload and help with the planning of their care, supported by our nurses and therapists if required for complex clinical decision-making.
The post holder will be key to supporting the wider team and ensuring visits are all completed on the day, helping with allocation, scheduling, and adjustments throughout the day.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognizing that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere, and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development, as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trust's normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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Job responsibilities
* To provide therapy assessment and treatment of patients referred to the service designated by a qualified Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist or nurse.
* Assess and treat patients without direct supervision according to team/department standards and protocols.
* Ability to manage own caseload/prioritization.
* To act in a mentorship role for band 3 CRAs for Intermediate care.
* To complete patient new takes on the Intermediate care caseload and help with care planning, supported by registered staff for complex decisions.
* To complete patient visit allocations for the Intermediate care service.
* This may be a rotatory and flexible post working across Intermediate care and Urgent community response services. The main role will sit in intermediate care (D2A).
* Working flexibly within a 7-day service.
Hours: 7-day service - 8 am to 8 pm
If you would like to discuss this vacancy or for further information, please contact: Nicola Weber-Hall, Service Manager Intermediate care/AHP lead for Integrated Frailty
Person Specification
Knowledge
* Able to work on own initiative and recognize when to seek assistance.
* Broad experience of working as a Senior Community Rehabilitation Assistant with some experience supporting junior staff or relevant Carer experience.
* NHS experience within acute and/or community settings.
* Recent experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team, with an understanding of roles and responsibilities.
* Understanding of common medical conditions and terminology.
* Able to perform basic primary assessments according to guidelines.
Qualifications
* NVQ 3 or equivalent knowledge and experience.
* Portfolio evidence of relevant experience/CPD in the specialist field.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a disclosure check will be required.
£27,857 to £30,570 per annum (pro-rata) including HCAS
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