About this role
Job summary
What is a Rehabilitation Technician?
A "Rehabilitation Technician" is a specialist "Therapy Assistant" who works within a team of therapy professionals and is delegated rehabilitation tasks and activities to do either on their own or alongside a registered therapist with a patient. They will work flexibly alongside peers and several different therapists and can be delegated work from any registered therapist who works in the team. This might be Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Dietitians and Psychologists.
Are you a caring person who wants to help to make a difference to peoples quality of life?
Are you someone who understands the importance of patient rehabilitation and the effects this could have?
Do you want to empower and enable patients to live a meaningful life?
Are you keen to support people to develop their independence, do you want to help people and their loved ones in adapting to and recovering from a life changing event?
Are you interested in working with a supportive team of therapists and learning how you can support people living with a neurological condition?
If you have answered yes to any of the above, please read on and consider applying for this post.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main duties of the job
The Community Integrated Neuro and Stroke Service (CINSS) is dedicated community rehabilitation services based in Coventry. They support people to be discharged home from hospital, when safe to do so, following a diagnosis of a stroke or other neurological condition and offer them rehabilitation at home.
The team consists of Psychology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Dietetics, Assistant Practitioners and Rehabilitation Technicians.
You will work closely with all members of the Interdisciplinary Team and Clinical Lead. The team has strong leadership with experienced qualified therapy staff that will support your development through value based appraisal, work based competencies, peer and individual supervision.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the role and requirements.
Skills we are looking for:-
You will be able to demonstrate and embody the trust visions and values of seeking excellence, working together, respect for everyone and compassion in action. You will have excellent communication skills and experience of communicating with those who may need support to understand or express themselves. You will have experience of people moving and handling, either using techniques and / or equipment to move people safely who have a physical impairment. You will have experience of working with and supporting people who have cognitive (memory and thinking skills) impairments or behaviour that challenges. You will have experience of supporting people who are emotionally distressed at a difficult and challenging time in their life. You will thrive working in a team and supporting my peers as well as my colleagues You will be committed to working through my own development and attend regular training and assessment of work based competencies in this role to develop my self and strengthen the service the team can offer. You will be able to prioritise your workload and manage your time effectively. You will be flexible and adaptable to changes in your working day and respond to meet patients and services needs on a priority basis. You will have experience of and a passion to work in a community rehabilitation setting, supporting people to live well with a neurological illness or injury.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description
Please be advised that the interviews for this post will take place on 23rd and 24th November.
A full UK driving license is essential for this post. Please note that an international driving license is not accepted.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
oQCF 3/NVQ3 in health and social or therapeutic care (or already commenced work towards or is interested in working towards a level 3) or oIllustrate ability to achieve commensurate qualification with willingness to work towards a QCF 3/NVQ3 in health and social or therapeutic care.
Desirable
oFor Bands 1-4 clinical oCare Certificate or willingness to complete Care Certificate within 12 weeks.
Experience Essential
oExperience of working with people within a rehabilitation setting/ long term neurological conditions. oManual handling of patients oAwareness of equal opportunities
Desirable
oCaring in a formal or informal setting oMeeting and dealing with people from a variety of backgrounds, cultures and beliefs.
Knowledge Essential
oGood interpersonal skills oGood verbal and written communication oListening skills oMaintenance of legible, accurate and relevant records oAble to problem solve oAble to interact well with others / team working oAble to prioritise oAn awareness and understanding of different therapists and their roles. oConfident and competent in Basic IT skills oAble to manage own time and prioritise workload efficiently and effectively oWorks with initiative oAble to deal with stressful and sensitive health issues oWork as an interdisciplinary team member oAwareness and understanding of different therapists and their roles oFull Valid UK driving License. oAccess to a car which can be used for business use.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)
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 University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address Newfield House
Kingfield Road
Coventry
CV1 4NZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)