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If you are interested in this volunteering opportunity please contact us
- By emailing volunteering@boltoncvs.org.uk
- By calling us on 01204 546060
- By using this online form to send us a message
If you are interested in this volunteering opportunity please contact us
- By emailing volunteering@boltoncvs.org.uk
- By calling us on 01204 546060
- By using this online form to send us a message
Organisation Name: Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Opportunity Name: Volunteer - Local Dialysis unit
Districts:
Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment
Time Of Day:
Where Is The Opportunity Located?: Outdoor
Opportunity Role Type:
Requirements:
Wheelchair Access?: No
Full Description: Our local dialysis unit is part of a network with unique experience of providing complementary therapy to patients whilst they are receiving their dialysis treatment. You will responsible for assessing, planning, organising and providing therapies that creates a caring and safe environment, addressing the comfort needs of our patients, and positively impacting on the patients’ wellbeing.
We are now seeking to recruit volunteers with a minimum Level 3 or working towards Level 3 in delivering complementary therapy to join our friendly and committed teams at units situated in Wigan, Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale or Salford, helping people have a better experience during their treatment on dialysis. You will receive full training on healthcare associated safety issues and how to approach complementary therapy whilst people are attached to the dialysis machine.
• To work within the framework of the Renal Unit in its provision of Dialysis Care and supportive care by supporting the team in ensuring that the aims and objectives of the organisation are met.
• To provide Complementary Therapies/massage therapies adhering to the organisational policy guidelines referring to complementary therapy. Clinical
• To assess patients to determine suitability for his/her chosen therapy.
• To continually review progress with the patient adapting treatment as necessary.
• To maintain appropriate records and liaise with key workers regarding patient issues.
• To record information identified by the organisation for statistical reports. Professional
• To act in accordance with the Units policies and guidelines.
• Work in a professional manner and in accordance with directives from the appropriate professional bodies and in line with the best clinical practice standards.
• To maintain professional development to facilitate the provision of evidence based service.
What are you looking for?
Previous experience of delivering complimentary therapy qualified to Level 3 or working towards a level 3.
We are looking for enthusiastic, caring, friendly people with a can-do attitude and able to take their own initiative.
Reliable and be able to commit 2-3+ hours per week, Monday - Saturday 08:00-18:00 acceptable.
Practical considerations
Bolton Dialysis Unit
The dialysis is for 4 hours at a time, 3 times a week. Our patients are unable to move so incur a lot of cramps, aches and pains, anxiety , stress just to name a few. This is such a boring and unpleasant time for them. We encourage the best quality of care we can give to improve our patients’ quality of life. It’s not just a lovely treatment. Research has shown that therapies are effective and helps with a number of psychological and physiological complaints.
Phone: Janet Cairnie
Lead Complementary Therapy Practitioner & Trainer
Email: Janet.cairnie@nca.nhs.uk
Places Available within 5 dialysis units within North West
Where - Bolton Dialysis Unit, BL4 0JR
This is a rollover project.
We are now seeking to recruit volunteers with a minimum Level 3 or working towards Level 3 in delivering complementary therapy to join our friendly and committed teams at units situated in Wigan, Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale or Salford, helping people have a better experience during their treatment on dialysis. You will receive full training on healthcare associated safety issues and how to approach complementary therapy whilst people are attached to the dialysis machine.
• To work within the framework of the Renal Unit in its provision of Dialysis Care and supportive care by supporting the team in ensuring that the aims and objectives of the organisation are met.
• To provide Complementary Therapies/massage therapies adhering to the organisational policy guidelines referring to complementary therapy. Clinical
• To assess patients to determine suitability for his/her chosen therapy.
• To continually review progress with the patient adapting treatment as necessary.
• To maintain appropriate records and liaise with key workers regarding patient issues.
• To record information identified by the organisation for statistical reports. Professional
• To act in accordance with the Units policies and guidelines.
• Work in a professional manner and in accordance with directives from the appropriate professional bodies and in line with the best clinical practice standards.
• To maintain professional development to facilitate the provision of evidence based service.
What are you looking for?
Previous experience of delivering complimentary therapy qualified to Level 3 or working towards a level 3.
We are looking for enthusiastic, caring, friendly people with a can-do attitude and able to take their own initiative.
Reliable and be able to commit 2-3+ hours per week, Monday - Saturday 08:00-18:00 acceptable.
Practical considerations
Bolton Dialysis Unit
The dialysis is for 4 hours at a time, 3 times a week. Our patients are unable to move so incur a lot of cramps, aches and pains, anxiety , stress just to name a few. This is such a boring and unpleasant time for them. We encourage the best quality of care we can give to improve our patients’ quality of life. It’s not just a lovely treatment. Research has shown that therapies are effective and helps with a number of psychological and physiological complaints.
Phone: Janet Cairnie
Lead Complementary Therapy Practitioner & Trainer
Email: Janet.cairnie@nca.nhs.uk
Places Available within 5 dialysis units within North West
Where - Bolton Dialysis Unit, BL4 0JR
This is a rollover project.