Orthopaedic Therapy Technician Portsmouth, South East England, England
Job description
Job Summary: To undertake specific skilled physiotherapy and occupational therapy support work to aid the rehabilitation of patients in preparation for discharge. To accept patients referred by an OT or physiotherapist and carry as own patient caseload. To implement treatment programmes, monitoring patient progression and make minor alteration to patient treatment programmes as required according to set treatment protocols. Work unsupervised reporting back patient progress and informing the referring therapist of any problems.
Be responsible for non-professional duties in the provision of therapy (PT & OT) services within a designated clinical team. Order and issue non-complex OT equipment and issue simple mobility aids and splints. Key Responsibilities: To provide therapy intervention as part of a specific patient treatment plan agreed and documented following an assessment by an OT or physiotherapist. Working without direct supervision by a therapist.
To assist the therapist in the provision of treatment programmes to patients within a designated clinical area. Receives instruction on a daily basis but can work independently. E.g. patients home, clinics/outpatients or on the ward.
Instruct patients and carers providing direction and guidance on a range of physical therapy, functional and mobility activities, as part of own clinical work or as directed by the physiotherapist. To order, issue and instruct patients in the use of simple OT equipment as directed by a registered OT. To issue and instruct patients in the use of simple mobility aids & splints as directed by a registered Physiotherapist. Use skills of tact, diplomacy, and gentle persuasion to enhance patients compliance in treatment programmes.
This may involve treating patients with speech impediments, deafness, and other disabilities or where English is not the first language. Manage own workload programme. Have confidence with Information Technology. Make accurate records of work undertaken to comply with Trust and Service requirements for documentation and activity monitoring.
Compile any statistical data concerning patients on a data base if required. Ensuring patient confidentiality at all times. To assist in simple administrative procedures as required by the therapists as part of everyday activities. Have the ability to handle patients with mobility problems, in an enabling way.
This may include the use of hoists, wheelchairs, walking aids etc. To prepare and maintain apparatus and equipment identifying defects, hazards and equipment failure and notifying relevant manager. To maintain the safety of designated clinical environment according to local policy, COSHH and Health and Safety regulations. To watch for patient emergencies and know how to summon help.
To liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team referring to other disciplines as appropriate. To actively participate in the delivery of In-service training newly appointed physiotherapy assistants in basic elements of patient care, safety and induction into the department. Contribute to development of patient care by attending relevant team, departmental or other appropriate meetings and comment on recommended changes to clinical care or service provision. Take part in trust IPR process and PDP, identifying any training needs and developing a programe for CPD.
To comply with Trust/departmental policies regarding incident reporting. To read, understand and adhere to Trust and departmental policies. To collect and submit data as required for the service. Weekend working/Shift patterns/relevant TOIL.
Adherence to relevant Lone Working Policy.
