Trainee Integrated Therapist

The training programme is fully funded for 12 months, consisting of 15 hours, per week Monday - Friday (Including satellites). The bespoke training programme will be run locally with in the CH&W team, combining both academic and work-based learning in the physical, psychological and public health aspects of care, specifically related to oncology. The programme is structured around a number of clinical learning environments which will include: 1. Supporting patients who are anxious receiving Chemotherapy/Radiotherapy/Trial Medications 2. Supporting patients struggling to cope with procedures (Cannulation/Scans/Moulds/Drains/Surgery etc) 3. Supporting patient's complex symptoms related to their disease or treatment. 4. Offering virtual/telephone support to Patient, Carers and Staff, Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of the IT (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting Health and Wellbeing Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the personal needs of the individual. Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a IT or other registered care professionals dependent on setting Work with a supervisor and assessor to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace, while in learning environments Develop the ability to work without direct supervision, through structured progression to delivering care independently, in line with the service users defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the TInT role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed. By the end of the TInT Training Programme, this will involve a caseload of up to five patients. Have attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS and Trust Values Provide feedback to assist in the evaluation of the Trainee Integrative Therapist (TInT) programme Clinical Support: The following list is indicative as tasks and responsibilities will vary depending on the care setting the trainee TInT is working in. The content will be reviewed in the light of the evaluation of the TInT programme. The Trainee will: Develop understanding of all elements of the CH&W protocols and be able to assist the IT in the on-going assessment, planning, support and evaluation of care Support individuals providing person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate. Record clinical assessments using the SBAR framework Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the IT or other registered care professionals as appropriate + Report back and share information with the Clincla lead (CL)/Deputy Clincal lead (DCL) or Integrative Therapists (IT's) on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals + Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals + Assist in the assessment of and contribute of risk factors across several areas within the environment where care is being administered + Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers + Assist in the delivery of supporting complex case loads + Develop understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities + Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff + Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcomes + Develop a working knowledge of other providers' resources and referral systems to ensure individual's needs are met, within parameters of practice + Engage in reflective practice including management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions and reflecting on answers given + Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking care procedures/therapies + Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the IT or registered care professional as required + Communicate well within the team at all times. Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good team working relationship. + Proactively help patients and carers to take an active role in wellbeing. 2. Policy and service development The trainee will: + Promote health and safety maintaining best practice in health, safety and security + Share ideas with colleagues to improve care and suggest areas for innovation + Participate in audit activities being undertaken in area of practice + Contribute to the improvement of service by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of others + Adhere to legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines both local and national Regularly attend workplace and staff engagement meetings and contribute positively to discussions about the improvement of care 3. Planning & Organisation The trainee will: + Plan and manage competing demands of the job role, study and learning environment activities + Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care for an allocated group of individuals + Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the IT or registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans 4. Communication & relationships The trainee will: + Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services + Demonstrate those inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust + Contribute to team success and challenge others constructively + Communicate with individuals, carers and other visitors in a courteous and helpful manner, whilst being mindful that there may be barriers to understanding + Report to appropriate registered care professional information received from the individuals, carers and members of the team + Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and adhere to the principals of confidentiality at all times + Report any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy + Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records and all communication is maintained in relation to care delivered adhering to local and national guidance + Ensure ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to protect access (ID, passwords, swipe cards) 5. Analytical & Judgmental skills The trainee will: + Exercise personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a TInT role + Exercise judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using analysis of a range of possible factors + Ensure that only those activities for which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision and that recognition is given to the impact and consequences of practising outside capability 6. Financial and physical resources The trainee will: + Exercise personal duty of care in the safe use and storage of equipment + Be environmentally aware and prudent in use of resources and energy 7. Human resources The trainee will: + Act in ways which support equality and value diversity + Demonstrate own duties to new or less experienced staff 8. Information resources The trainee will: + Develop skills to maintain professional standards of record keeping + Follow all information governance guidance and policies + Maintain confidentiality as outlined within data protection policies 9. Freedom to Act The trainee will: + Work to standard operating procedures with IT professionals available for reference + Work within the organisational policy, procedures and guidelines + Work within the TInT parameters of practice + Be responsible and accountable for own practice, working within limits of competence and within professional boundaries + Raises any concerns to a registered care professional or appropriate person 10. Mental and Emotional effort The trainee will: + Frequently use concentration and experience work patterns which are unpredictable with regular interruptions, some requiring immediate response + Maintain a professional approach while working in challenging, distressing situations or dealing with challenging behaviour + Support individuals, their families and carers when faced with unwelcome news and life changing diagnoses 11. Teaching and Training The trainee will: + Be proactive in seeking opportunities to develop own knowledge and skills, achieving clinical competencies. Seeks support / guidance in timely manner if any difficulties are encountered. + Work in partnership with manager to develop and deliver on Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound (SMART) objectives at annual appraisal and personal development planning meeting. + Take responsibility for organising and attending statutory / mandatory updates in accordance with organisational requirements. + Act as an excellent role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace. Recognising and either directly challenging or seeks support to challenge any poor practice observed. This job description is not intended to be exhaustive but reflects the main responsibilities of the post holder. Other duties may be required from time to time, which are commensurate with the grade of the post. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification. The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants. We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect. The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels. In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit. We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure. By applying for this post you are agreeing to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful. The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer. Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website. You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work.

We are looking for an enthusiastic therapist with a minimum of 1 year massage experience who wants to develop knowledge and experience in the field of oncology. As a trainee B4, you will be supported to complete the training programme, developing a knowledge and skillset to support patient who are struggling with chemotherapy, radiotherapy, procedures or symptoms related to disease/treatments. By the end of the training, you will provide a range of therapies, triage priority caseloads, making assessments and key decisions regarding service users' needs and treatment. The CH&W have a passion for teaching others our skills and evaluating the therapies we provide. The successful candidate will be confident and competent in using the required skills to fulfil the role, together with a genuine interest to develop complementary therapy skills and the ability to uphold our team's and trust values. Education and support are seen as a priority in this service, making it an excellent opportunity for developing advanced skills in oncology. On completion of the of training, you will have the flexibility of joining the CH&W bank as a B5, apply for a B5 IT post (

• if we are actively recruiting), or have gained the knowledge and experience to create your own private practice.
• Interviews are planned following a recruitment event in January 2025.
  
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The Complementary Health & Wellbeing team is Innovative, Passionate and Caring. It has won various awards throughout the years for the service it provides to service users. You will be working in a supportive and engaged team environment, with a management team who will enable you to broaden your experience and develop a wide range of skills. The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.