Job summary
We are looking to Appoint two Band 5 Occupational Therapists into our inpatient Medical and
Surgical OT team at Sunderland Royal Hospital on a fixed-term basis (until 31.03.26) to cover
winter pressures. The Team is based in a
large, busy and friendly department where there are opportunities to develop
your clinical skills and knowledge with a varied patient group, with a wide
range of conditions, who require your input to help maximise independence and
safety in preparation for discharge from hospital.
Main duties of the job
You will need to have
a variety of placement experience which must include an acute physical hospital
setting or have relevant post-graduate experience as an OT. You will need to be able to work effectively
as part of a team and also as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team and be
able to prioritise and manage your time effectively. Within the Team you will hold your own
caseload of patients and will be supported by a senior OT to work with both
straight forward and more complex cases in order to develop your skills and
knowledge. We have a pro-active and
supportive Band 5 group who plan their own agenda and seek out group CPD activities
and we take a department-wide approach to sharing skills and knowledge between
clinical teams. We also have very good links with our community partners and
take a city-wide approach to providing learning opportunities to increase the
knowledge and awareness of all staff to all work better together for the people
of Sunderland, South Tyneside and surrounding areas. The Post is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to
Friday, and will include bank holiday working as part of a rota. Due to the need to visit patients homes as
part of your assessment process, you must be able to drive the Department
vehicles or have the ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.
About us
Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.
One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,
and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we
may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a therapy practitioner using clinical reasoning skills to provide therapy
assessment, treatment and advice to a caseload which will incorporate a range of
presentation of conditions.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a therapy practitioner using clinical reasoning skills to provide therapy
assessment, treatment and advice to a caseload which will incorporate a range of
presentation of conditions.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Person Specification
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to engage in physical activity throughout the day and undertake moving and handling assessments with and without the use of equipment.
- Ability to sit at a workstation as necessary to complete administrative aspects of the Post.
- Ability to work in restricted spaces where there is a requirement to bend, or kneel down.
- Ability to lift and carry equipment ie. toilet or bathing equipment used for assessments.
- Ability to drive department vehicles for the purpose of carrying-out community visits or ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.
Other
Desirable
- Please provide contact telephone number.
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a student Occupational Therapist in a physical acute hospital setting.
- Acute physical OT hospital discharge assessment and planning.
Desirable
- Experience of working, either paid or voluntary, within a care or therapy setting.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven written communication skills including report writing and maintaining patient records.
- Able to demonstrate analytical & judgmental skills.
- Skills to prioritise workload and make judgements on priorities when there are several competing demands.
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Basic IT skills.
- Presentational skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction & achievements.
- Basic knowledge of adaptive aids and equipment used to facilitate functional independence.
- Knowledge of current legislation and guidelines which underpin practice.
Desirable
- Knowledge of community and local authority services relevant to Sunderland, South Tyneside and surrounding areas.
- Intermediate IT skills.
- Knowledge of standard wheelchairs and the indications for safe use.
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy (completed or pending completion for new graduates).
- HCPC registration (application pending for new graduates on confirmation of passing Degree).
Desirable
- Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
Person Specification
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to engage in physical activity throughout the day and undertake moving and handling assessments with and without the use of equipment.
- Ability to sit at a workstation as necessary to complete administrative aspects of the Post.
- Ability to work in restricted spaces where there is a requirement to bend, or kneel down.
- Ability to lift and carry equipment ie. toilet or bathing equipment used for assessments.
- Ability to drive department vehicles for the purpose of carrying-out community visits or ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.
Other
Desirable
- Please provide contact telephone number.
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a student Occupational Therapist in a physical acute hospital setting.
- Acute physical OT hospital discharge assessment and planning.
Desirable
- Experience of working, either paid or voluntary, within a care or therapy setting.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven written communication skills including report writing and maintaining patient records.
- Able to demonstrate analytical & judgmental skills.
- Skills to prioritise workload and make judgements on priorities when there are several competing demands.
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Basic IT skills.
- Presentational skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction & achievements.
- Basic knowledge of adaptive aids and equipment used to facilitate functional independence.
- Knowledge of current legislation and guidelines which underpin practice.
Desirable
- Knowledge of community and local authority services relevant to Sunderland, South Tyneside and surrounding areas.
- Intermediate IT skills.
- Knowledge of standard wheelchairs and the indications for safe use.
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy (completed or pending completion for new graduates).
- HCPC registration (application pending for new graduates on confirmation of passing Degree).
Desirable
- Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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