Job summary
The Walton Centre are seeking a highly motivated registered occupational therapist to join our therapy service on a permanent, full-time basis as part of our Band 5 rotation. As a member of the Walton Centre therapy service you will be part of our exceptional multidisciplinary team providing specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation programmes for adults. Rotating within the fields of acute neurology, acute neurosurgery and neuro-rehabilitation, you will receive training, support and appraisal from highly skilled specialist occupational therapy staff as well as regular shared learning opportunities across the MDT. Applicants will have excellent communication and organisational skills and will be strong team players with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. The Walton Centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery NHS Foundation Trust is a world-renowned centre of excellence in neurological care with a strong emphasis on education, research and development. Due to the specialist nature of the hospital, this role would ideally suit occupational therapists with post-qualification experience in a general/acute hospital setting. For further information please contact acute team leads Amanda Chesterton (0151 556 3278) or rehab lead Claire O'Callaghan (0151 556 3203) to discuss your application or to arrange an informal visit.
Main duties of the job
To assess and treat routine patients putting into practice clinical reasoning and clinical skills with guidance and supervision from Occupational Therapy Team Leaders / ESP's / Clinical Specialists. Guided by professional standards and guidelines. Accountable for own professional actions
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.
With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To undertake occupational therapy assessment, clinically diagnose and implement agreed treatment plans in a manner that respects peoples privacy, dignity and individuality
2. To rotate at agreed regular intervals as part of the Band 5 rotation programme.
3. To work flexibly across a 7 day week according to service need
4. To be a member of the multidisciplinary team and actively participate in M.D.T. meetings.
5. To ensure effective internal and external two-way communication with patients, carers and all other Health and Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. Providing and receiving complex information which requires empathy and reassurance. Communicating where there may be barriers to understanding
6. To maintain accurate professional documentation in line with Royal College of Occupational Therapy (RCOT) standards and local policies and procedures. Contributing to documentation monitoring as required.
7. To liaise regularly with Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy Team Leaders / ESPs / Clinical Specialists regarding caseloads, treatment progression and on-going care.
8. To assist where necessary in the provision of cover for the service as a whole in times of annual leave / sickness etc.
9. To undertake occupational therapy home assessments in line with health and safety policy and RCOT Home Visit Standards for Practice Guidelines.
10. To assess for, prescribe and authorise requests for minor adaptations and specialist equipment in a safe and competent manner. Paying due attention to risk, safety, choice, independence and use of resources.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To undertake occupational therapy assessment, clinically diagnose and implement agreed treatment plans in a manner that respects peoples privacy, dignity and individuality
2. To rotate at agreed regular intervals as part of the Band 5 rotation programme.
3. To work flexibly across a 7 day week according to service need
4. To be a member of the multidisciplinary team and actively participate in M.D.T. meetings.
5. To ensure effective internal and external two-way communication with patients, carers and all other Health and Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. Providing and receiving complex information which requires empathy and reassurance. Communicating where there may be barriers to understanding
6. To maintain accurate professional documentation in line with Royal College of Occupational Therapy (RCOT) standards and local policies and procedures. Contributing to documentation monitoring as required.
7. To liaise regularly with Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy Team Leaders / ESPs / Clinical Specialists regarding caseloads, treatment progression and on-going care.
8. To assist where necessary in the provision of cover for the service as a whole in times of annual leave / sickness etc.
9. To undertake occupational therapy home assessments in line with health and safety policy and RCOT Home Visit Standards for Practice Guidelines.
10. To assess for, prescribe and authorise requests for minor adaptations and specialist equipment in a safe and competent manner. Paying due attention to risk, safety, choice, independence and use of resources.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
- Health Professions Council Registered Occupational Therapist
Desirable
- Member of college of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)
- Member of the RCOT - Specialist Section - Neurological Practice (SSNP)
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in the acute hospital setting.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the role of occupational therapy within acute neurology, neurosurgery and rehabilitation.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of MDT working and the role of the occupational therapist within the team.
- Ability to think quickly, assess clinical situations and take decisions upon that information.
- Well-developed problem solving and activity analysis skills
- Well organised and good time management skills.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of team/group dynamics and the role of the occupational therapist within a team.
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate awareness of the current NHS issues.
- To have knowledge of audit tools and awareness of organisational and clinical standards in occupational therapy.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Must be able to work independently or as part of a team
- Good communication skills and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Must be able to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Ability to liaise effectively within the multi-disciplinary team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
- Health Professions Council Registered Occupational Therapist
Desirable
- Member of college of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)
- Member of the RCOT - Specialist Section - Neurological Practice (SSNP)
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in the acute hospital setting.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the role of occupational therapy within acute neurology, neurosurgery and rehabilitation.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of MDT working and the role of the occupational therapist within the team.
- Ability to think quickly, assess clinical situations and take decisions upon that information.
- Well-developed problem solving and activity analysis skills
- Well organised and good time management skills.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of team/group dynamics and the role of the occupational therapist within a team.
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate awareness of the current NHS issues.
- To have knowledge of audit tools and awareness of organisational and clinical standards in occupational therapy.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Must be able to work independently or as part of a team
- Good communication skills and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Must be able to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Ability to liaise effectively within the multi-disciplinary team.
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).
