Campaign Reference: RQ565Closing Date 12 pm , Friday 5th of August 2022Proposed Interview: Week of 8th AugustTaking Up Appointment: N/ALocation of Post: Peamount, Newcastle, Co. Dublin.Job Type: permanent /Full Time and Temporary - Full -TimeContact: Michelle Fitzgerald, Physiotherapy Manageremail: mfitzgerald@peamount.ie phone:016010359Purpose of the Post:The Physiotherapy Assistant will be a member of the Physiotherapy team. She/he will:· Work under the supervision and direction of a qualified Physiotherapist to provide a high quality and efficient physiotherapy service for service users in rehabilitation and residential settings.· Undertake general departmental duties such as cleaning, stock management, collation of statistical information and ordering equipment.· Undertake clerical and household tasks as necessary to maintain the smooth running of the department. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications & ExperienceCandidates must on the last date for receipt of applications, possess:· Possess the Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support with Physiotherapy Assistant modules 1 and 2 at Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) maintained by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI).· Possess a relevant healthcare qualification at not less than Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) maintained by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and give an undertaking to participate in the appropriate Physiotherapy Assistant training modules 1 and 2 within 1 year of taking up duty.· Are currently employed as a Physiotherapy Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Attendant, Multi-Task Attendant or in a comparable role for at least 1 year and give an undertaking to acquire the appropriate Level 5 or Physiotherapy Assistant training programme within 1 year of taking up duty.AND· Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role.· Have knowledge of the role of Physiotherapy.· Have excellent communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal and teamwork skills.· Have excellent organisational/administrative skills. Desirable:· Experience working as a Physiotherapy Assistant· Experience working in a rehabilitation healthcare setting · Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Skills, Competencies and KnowledgeKnowledge:· Demonstrates good understanding of the philosophy and role of Physiotherapy.· Demonstrates knowledge of the Physiotherapy service in Peamount Healthcare.· Demonstrates knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and standards and application in work situations e.g. Infection Prevention and Control Standards, Moving and Handling techniques.· Demonstrate competent computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Power Point.Communication and Interpersonal skills:· Good communication skills. Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, particularly in listening, giving explanations/directions and reporting back on observations.· Demonstrates a positive attitude and ability to empathise and treat service users, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect.· Demonstrates evidence of enthusiasm and interest in working with people to carry out meaningful self-care and leisure goals.· Demonstrates ability and knowledge of working with and motivating people in individual and group situations.· Demonstrates literacy skills and proficiency in the English language (both verbal and written) to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role.Teamwork:· Demonstrates ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.· Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with all grades of staff and professions.· Demonstrates evidence of being able to work collaboratively with other staff in carrying out work tasks.· Demonstrates ability to take direction/instruction from multiple Physiotherapist and follow through on work plans.· Demonstrates flexibility in the role including rotation to different areas within the Physiotherapy service.Planning and Organising:· Demonstrates good time management skills in carrying out both clinical and administrative duties.· Demonstrates good organisational skills with practical competence with regard to work/activity preparation, preparing and following timetables, ordering resources and manage self in a busy work environment.· Demonstrates ability to follow through independently on work tasks as instructed by a Physiotherapist.· Demonstrate consistency, reliability, and flexibility.Quality and Patient Focus:· Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning, training and development within the role.· Demonstrates the required skills to maintain a tidy and welcoming environment that is in line with Health and Safety standards.· Demonstrates the ability to ensure that all service users are treated with dignity and respect and ensures that the wellbeing of the service user is a key consideration at all times.· Demonstrates the ability to maintain and respect confidentiality.· Demonstrates the ability to use sound practical judgement and decision making.· Demonstrate ability to utilise supervision effectively.· Demonstrate motivation and commitment to the provision of a quality and person-centred service.Principal Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe Physiotherapy Assistant will provide assistance to Physiotherapists working in the designated clinical area to manage the day-to-day provision of Physiotherapy services. This role includes supervised or directed service user contact as well as assisting in the day-to-day organisation and running of the Physiotherapy service.The Physiotherapy Assistant will:o Have knowledge of the role of the Physiotherapy Assistant and understand the responsibilities and accountability of that role within the team.o Recognise the importance of a good working relationship with frequent communication between the Assistant and the supervising Therapist(s)o Communicate effectively and appropriately with a range of different service users and providerso Observe confidentiality when handling the clients/organisations informationo Document his/her intervention with the client as outlined by local policy.o Maintain order, cleanliness and tidiness of treatment areas and equipment in accordance with local departmental guidelineso Clean and maintain therapy equipment such as wheelchairs, ice machine, hot pack machine, exercise equipment, CPM machines & linings on a regular basis.o Perform such other duties appropriate to the role as may be assigned by the physiotherapy managero To engage in support/professional supervision with assigned Physiotherapist/Physiotherapy manager and participate in performance review.o Commitment to own personal development and learningClinical Duties:Patient care is carried out under the direction and supervision of the Physiotherapy Staff. Duties include the following:o Assist the Therapist(s) in the assessment of clients and the implementation of treatment interventions as directed by the Therapist(s).o Prepare the client and the environment for assessment and/or treatment as directed by the Therapist(s), including assisting with transporting clients to and from physiotherapy sessionso Carry out one to one/ group interventions under the direction of the Therapist(s).o Organise and supervise therapeutic activities, with individual clients and/or groups, as directed by the Therapist(s).o Apply therapeutic modalities as appropriate as directed by the therapist(s).o Use equipment during therapeutic intervention as directed by the Therapist(s).o Progress patient treatment within established protocols and guidelines.o Observe general behaviour, ability, and response of the client to a therapeutic intervention and reports the observations to the Therapist(s).o Uses knowledge and understanding of clients’ needs to involve and motivate the client in the therapeutic process.o Participate in moving and handling of service users, when necessary, during therapeutic interventions in accordance with moving and handling techniques and Peamount Healthcare’s Moving and Handling Policy.o Attend to/supervise service users personal care needs, including toileting, when in therapy in a manner that respects their dignity and independence and in accordance with moving and handling techniques and Peamount Healthcare’s Moving and Handling Policy.Administrative related:· Record accurate service user statistics and other administrative records in a timely manner and in accordance with the Physiotherapy department’s guidelines and procedures.· Maintain professional standards in relation to consent, confidentiality, ethics and legislation.· Complete assigned administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, scanning, faxing, formatting forms/service user materials.· Use of computer programmes as required including developing and ensuring department resources are kept up to date.· Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration.· Handle telephone queries appropriately and record messages in department diary.· Carry out departmental stock control, ordering and receiving supplies, monitoring equipment, and reporting faulty equipment as outlined by local departmental policies and procedures.· Assist with obtaining information and quotes for purchase of equipment.· Assist with equipment delivery and storage.· Assist with retrieval of stock items from storage.· Assist with the induction of new staff / students and orientation of visitors.· Notify Physiotherapy Manager/supervising therapist of sick leave/annual leave in accordance with the department’s guidelines/organisation policies.· Engage in support/supervision, personal development planning and performance review with assigned Senior Physiotherapist/Physiotherapy Manager.· Participate in continuing professional development e.g. journal clubs, in-services, courses relevant to role.Information Technology· Assist in the integration of application software to support the operational and management systems· Ensure that staff make the most effective and efficient use of developments in information technology for both patient care and administrative support in a manner which integrates well with systems throughout the organisation.Health and Safety:· Be responsible for the day-to-day security of Physiotherapy department and other work areas to which assigned, with awareness of fire regulations and security arrangements.· Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and others.· Not undertake any duty related to service user care for which he/she is not trained.· Participate in mandatory training programmes.· Implement agreed policies, procedures, and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations, and standards.· Comply with all relevant statutory, local, and service regulation and policies, guidelines, procedures, standards relevant to your area e.g. Health, Safety and Welfare at Work Act, 2005, HIQA standards.· Ensure the maintenance of environments and equipment used in Physiotherapy in conjunction with the Physiotherapy Manager.· Report any equipment or stock item which requires maintenance or repair. Document appropriately and report any near misses, hazards and accidents and bring them to the attention of the relevant person(s).· Be aware of risk management issues, identifying risks and take appropriate action.· Document accurately any adverse incidents, near misses, hazards, and accidents in accordance with organisational guidelines and bring them to the attention of the relevant person(s).· Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) standards as they apply to the role, for example, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections.Hygiene/Infection Control: · All employees have responsibility for Hygiene awareness. Hygiene is defined as “The practice that serves to keep people and environments clean and prevent infection.”· All employees also have a responsibility under their terms of employment to prevent transmission of infection and to follow the hospital infection control policies and guidelines as outlined in the Infection Control Manual.· All employees must be aware that they work in an area where there is potential for transmission of infection.· All employees have a responsibility to follow hand hygiene guidelines as this is the single most important intervention to prevent the transmission of infectionQuality, Safety and Risk Management · Support the delivery of the Quality, Safety and Risk Management Programme, including the appropriate identification and management of risks and incidents throughout the hospital.· Have a commitment towards providing a quality serviceThe above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him / her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.Campaign Specific Selection PostA ranking and or short-listing exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your CV. The criteria for ranking and or short listing are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirementsFailure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection processThose successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview depending on the service needs of the organisation.Code of PracticePeamount will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principles basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of Code of Practice. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.hse/ie/eng/staff/jobs
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