About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Band 4 Therapy Assistant to support Community Services, with a key focus on triage and clinical support functions. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient patient pathways and high-quality care delivery.
Key Responsibilities Support triage processes across community services Contact referrers to gather additional clinical information, clarify referrals, and support appropriate prioritisation Assist in the screening and processing of referrals to ensure timely allocation Support delivery of specific delegated clinical duties set by qualified therapists Assist with patient assessments, reviews, and rehabilitation plans Monitor patient progress and escalate concerns appropriately Contribute to safe and effective patient flow within community services Maintain clear, accurate clinical records in line with Trust policy Work collaboratively with therapists and the wider MDT Skills and Experience Experience in a healthcare or community setting Strong communication skills, including confidence in speaking with referrers and professionals Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively Understanding of patient-centred care and rehabilitation principles Ability to work both independently and within a team
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to support flow and appropriate allocation of referrals and task. Information gathering phone calls to referrer under guidance of B7 triage coordinator Supporting with admin tasks on S1 Preparing and sending triage letters to patient, referrer, care home etc. Fielding queries to CCC Supporting community teams with accessing patient info when out on visits To maintain patient records using appropriate documentation for intervention carried out. To promote and facilitate access to community resources. Identify, act and minimise risk to patients and clients. Exchange information with patients/clients requiring support, tact and reassurance. Form professional relationships with staff/patients/clients and communicate and cooperates with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture. Constructively manage barriers to effective communication and works cooperatively with patients and team members. Work without direct supervision of the registered practitioner in the implementation of programmes/reviews/triage tasks appropriate to the community and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and feedback appropriately. Prioritise own tasks under the appropriate delegation of the registered practitioner. Liaise with other providers regarding care provision.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential. Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks. If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling. Benefits
27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service. Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay. Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits. £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus. Work that wraps around your needs
Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details on the main responsibilities
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Range of experiences in different therapy areas across physio and or Occupational therapy Experience of using IT and EPR systems Working independently and managing directed workload
other Essential
access to car and driving licence
Attributes Essential
Able to adapt and flex to needs of the service Able to show initiative but also recognise limitations
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 Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address St Margaret's Hospital
Epping
CM16 6TN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)