Job summary
This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.
This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We are looking for an enthusiastic person who will be able to lead the friendly and hardworking OT team at Marie Therese House Neuro Rehab Unit for 12 months whilst covering a maternity leave. This post will be ideal for someone who will model positive relationships and has a strong work ethic. The post holder must have well developed neuro clinical skills, be able to work with the Therapy lead for Stroke and Neurology to support the team operationally and must show a commitment to supporting the well being of all team members.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high standard Occupational Therapy service.
To maintain an agreed case load within in the clinical specialism, performing advanced assessment of patients including those with highly complex presentations. To formulate diagnoses and treatment plans, as an autonomous practitioner.
To undertake line manager duties for the team.
To work alongside the Inpatient Therapy Manager, Therapy Lead for Stroke and Neurology, and the Occupational Therapy Professional Lead, in planning, co-coordinating, delivering and evaluating the service.
To be instrumental in the on-going development of services and practices that provide high quality care and interventions.
To carry out any special duties associated with the post (see section below).
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with
visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registered
Desirable
- Member of BAOT or Clinical Interest group
- Evidence of further formal study e.g. Postgraduate qualifications, (Postgraduate certificate/Diploma, Masters modules, or equivalent management qualification
Skills
Essential
- Highly developed clinical skills in neurology
- Comprehensive experience of delivering Occupational Therapy services to neurology patients in the acute setting
- Ability to demonstrate well developed leadership skills
- Able to work and lead under externally applied pressures e.g. deadlines, competing demands and priorities
- Highly developed communication and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate contentious or complex information effectively
- Commitment to and understanding of teams and team working
- Ability to problem solve and use initiative
- Demonstrates evidence of Trust values and behaviours
Desirable
- Awareness of National Agendas and have good working knowledge of national and local legislation policies and procedures
Experience
Essential
- Significant post qualification experience in stroke / neuro
- experience of leading a team / team members
- Comprehensive experience as a clinical educator of undergraduate students
- Experience of working as part of an Interdisciplinary team
Desirable
- Proven experience of managing a service or change process
- Experience in audit and research
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registered
Desirable
- Member of BAOT or Clinical Interest group
- Evidence of further formal study e.g. Postgraduate qualifications, (Postgraduate certificate/Diploma, Masters modules, or equivalent management qualification
Skills
Essential
- Highly developed clinical skills in neurology
- Comprehensive experience of delivering Occupational Therapy services to neurology patients in the acute setting
- Ability to demonstrate well developed leadership skills
- Able to work and lead under externally applied pressures e.g. deadlines, competing demands and priorities
- Highly developed communication and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate contentious or complex information effectively
- Commitment to and understanding of teams and team working
- Ability to problem solve and use initiative
- Demonstrates evidence of Trust values and behaviours
Desirable
- Awareness of National Agendas and have good working knowledge of national and local legislation policies and procedures
Experience
Essential
- Significant post qualification experience in stroke / neuro
- experience of leading a team / team members
- Comprehensive experience as a clinical educator of undergraduate students
- Experience of working as part of an Interdisciplinary team
Desirable
- Proven experience of managing a service or change process
- Experience in audit and research
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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