Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant - Orthopaedics

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Occupational Therapy assistant to join the therapy team working in the Accredited Elective Hub, providing weekend and twilight service to orthopaedic patients from Friday to Monday.

We are an integrated team of therapists including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and therapy assistants who see a variety of elective surgery patients including joint replacements. A flexible working style and recent experience as a therapy assistant in an inpatient setting will be essential.

This post would suit a therapy assistant who enjoys acute healthcare and can demonstrate excellent communication and team working skills. The focus within BHRUT is on early intervention and discharge planning and we are therefore seeking somebody who can demonstrate rapid, appropriate and confident decision making. Experience of working with early discharge services such as HomeFirst would be an advantage.

We strongly support Continuing Professional Development and you will be supported in your role by qualified Occupational Therapists within the team.

If you have therapy experience and the skills outlined above and want a rewarding opportunity where you will be encouraged to influence and develop services whilst being valued and supported, then apply today

Please contact Jenny Smith on 01708 435000 DECT phone 6888 or 6704 (jenny.smith1@nhs.net) or Laura Salter on 01708 435000 DECT 6047 (laura.salter2@nhs.net) if you require further information.

Main duties of the job

To provide skilled routine, and non-routine, clinical and non-clinical support to the Occupational Therapy team and any other professional such as Physiotherapists and clerical staff associated with the team

To accept patients allocated by the Occupational Therapist, assess and treat according to protocols and guidelines. To monitor patient progression, and make alternations to intervention as required

To work independently, with access to direct supervision as required. To maintain close communication with the Occupational Therapist/team to facilitate patient care

To organise and participate in the Occupational Therapy Assistant and team/departmental induction and in-service training programmes. To contribute to in-service training to Occupational Therapy team colleagues.

About us

Under the leadership of our Chair Jacqui Smith and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive, we provide care for the residents of three of the most diverse London boroughs. More than half of our 7,500 strong workforce are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and most live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.

Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals, operating from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London.

As we recover from Covid-19, we're proud to be leading the way nationally in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The pandemic provided the drive forour teams to innovate and change.

We know we have more work to do to improve waiting times for urgent and emergency care, and our performance against the four-hour emergency access standard remains challenged, in comparison to many other London trusts.

We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also pleased to be part of the NEL Cancer Alliance.

Date posted

29 September 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£29,460 to £31,909 a year Per annum inclusive of outer London HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

162-5168-RH-A

Job locations

KGH Therapies

Ilford

IG3 8YB

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Rebecca Hills, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5937. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

oEducated to G.C.S.E level or equivalent
oEvidence of recent relevant further education E.g. NVQ level III

Desirable

oWillingness to follow a training programme which may involve course work

Experience

Essential

oMinimum 3 years' experience working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant of equivalent

Desirable

oPrevious experience in the delivery of healthcare

Skills

Desirable

oComputer and clerical skills

Person Specification

Education

Essential

oEducated to G.C.S.E level or equivalent
oEvidence of recent relevant further education E.g. NVQ level III

Desirable

oWillingness to follow a training programme which may involve course work

Experience

Essential

oMinimum 3 years' experience working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant of equivalent

Desirable

oPrevious experience in the delivery of healthcare

Skills

Desirable

oComputer and clerical skills

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

KGH Therapies

Ilford

IG3 8YB

Employer's website

https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

KGH Therapies

Ilford

IG3 8YB

Employer's website

https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)