This role has been developed to contribute to timely flow within the acute pathway, focusing on planning and implementation of appropriate assessments, well informed quality care-plans and equipment to best meet the service-users needs contributing to a parity of esteem across the service line. The role is aimed to support admission and patient safety in relation to physical health management. The role will aim to help troubleshoot barriers to discharge that are related to on-going physical health needs and support. The role includes embedding a standardised process for information sharing and supporting both the Acute care admission teams and Physical health hub.
The role will focus on improving standards and processes around acquiring equipment to meet service users need both during their admission and upon discharge. The role includes training and empowering the Occupational therapist to deliver effective care in relation to physical health needs. The post holder will link in with other agencies and share resources as appropriate to best meet individual needs. There is an expectation that this role will have additional prescribing responsibilities beyond the usual Trusted assessor role, taking a lead in prescribing equipment but also providing follow-up where necessary in the community

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