Manual Handling And Ergonomic Advisor

• Plan, develop, deliver, and evaluate manual handling and ergonomics training programmes across the Health Board.
• Produce training materials, presentations, lesson plans, and assessment resources.
• Ensure training records are maintained and mandatory training requirements are achieved.
• Provide expert advice on manual handling, people handling, ergonomics, and Display Screen Equipment (DSE).
• Undertake complex ergonomic and manual handling risk assessments for staff and patients.
• Advise on the selection and safe use of equipment and recommend workplace adaptations.
• Support managers with safe systems of work and compliance with legislation and Health Board policies.
• Investigate manual handling and ergonomic incidents, identifying root causes and recommending preventative actions.
• Analyse incident, accident, sickness absence, and audit data to identify trends and risks.
• Conduct manual handling and ergonomics audits across clinical and non-clinical settings.
• Produce audit reports and support managers in implementing action plans.
• Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of manual handling policies and procedures.
• Supervise and provide line management support to Manual Handling Trainers .

Essential

• Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent, and/or equivalent extensive relevant experience
• Post Graduate Diploma in Post Compulsory Education and Training (PcET) or equivalent
• Have or be working towards accredited and bespoke manual handling courses specific to healthcare and patient handling, or be willing to undertake.
• Good level of IT skills including Word, Power-point Spreadsheet, Publisher and Databases
• Extensive experience of working in a healthcare environment.
• Excellent presentation, verbal, written and demonstration skills.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and the risk assessment process and their application to manual and patient handling in the workplace.
• Knowledge of the Health Board's Manual Handling Policy and procedures, and any other relevant policies and procedures e.g. sickness / absence policy, incident reporting policy etc.

Desirable

• Qualified / registered healthcare professional e.g. nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, radiographer, ergonomist etc.
• Recognised Teaching or training qualification e.g. FETC, PGCE.
• Patient handling trainers course which meets the requirements of the National Back Exchange inter-professional framework and standards for training.
• Relevant health & safety course e.g. IOSH or NEBOSH
• European Computer Driving Licence or similar qualification.
• Recognised Ergonomics Qualification/Training

Essential

• Good time-management with an ability to keep a training session on schedule .
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to gain the confidence of staff at all levels.
• Self -confident and resilient, with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Proficient at maintaining records and statistical information and converting information into required format for reports.
• Motivated, enthusiastic person with a practical problem -solving approach, capable of working as part of a team.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well with ward and department managers and their teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and balance competing priorities.
• Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office and Presentation technologies.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to write reports.
• Able to apply creative thought to problem solving, including seeking low cost solutions where possible.
• Shows empathy and compassion towards others - a natural disposition to put yourself in someone else's shoes. Sees and treats others as individuals (patient, families, and colleagues) and treats people with dignity and respect.
• Shows resilience, adaptability and flexible approach as situations arise and positivity when times are tough.
• Shows respect for others' views and appreciate others' inputs and encourages colleagues to display the values and behaviours of the Health Board.
• Motivated to use initiative to recognise problems and seek solutions whilst understanding the importance of empowering and enabling others (patients, families, colleagues).
• Friendly and helpful disposition, awareness of how our own and others' behaviours impact on people's experiences and the organisation's reputation.
• Willing to seek out learning, give and accept constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement.