Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our medical team. The post holder will work in a dedicated OT team alongside a supportive MDT, to deliver occupational therapy as part of a seven-day service. The role provides opportunity to work with patients across a range of medical specialities, assessing functional abilities and contributing to safe discharge planning.
The team are committed to delivering high standards of care across the patient pathway.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking applications from individuals with a passion for working in the acute setting. You will need to demonstrate time management skills and the ability to be flexible, to be able to manage a caseload in a busy setting. Excellent communication skills will be key, as you will be working with patients and their families in stressful and complex situations. The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate good interpersonal skills and be committed to team working both within OT and the wider MDT.
Applicants will be supported to develop problem solving and specialist clinical skills essential for meeting the demands of this setting. Regular supervision will be provided, and a staff appraisal system is in operation.
We are commissioned to provide a seven-day service so flexibility to work weekends may be required.
About us
As a trust we offer
onsite parking,
wellbeing hub
o counselling,
o onsite exercise classes,
o the royal mile (one mile circuit around the hospital grounds),
a number of refreshment outlets,
onsite post office
cash machines,
fruit and vegetable stall that visits throughout the week
outdoor seating areas to facilitate staff breaks.
As a department we offer:
apprenticeship schemes,
departmental emotional support,
regular catch ups with head of department
regular supervision
yearly appraisal
in-service training programmes
formal and informal support
wellbeing champion
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions.
We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager
The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, youll be able to make a huge difference.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions.
We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager
The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, youll be able to make a huge difference.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oDiploma or degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
- H.C.P.C. registered (or pending qualification results).
Desirable
- oFieldwork Educators qualification
Experience
Essential
- oBroad understanding of OT process and frameworks.
- oBroad understanding of OT role in acute physical setting.
Desirable
- oExperience in acute physical setting
- oExperience in acute medical setting
- oExperience of rehabilitation practice and ethos
- oCommunity experience
skills and knowledge
Essential
- oAbility to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines.
- oAble to work independently and as part of a team
- oExcellent communication skills (verbal & written)
- oEvidence of CPD
- oDelegation skills
Desirable
- oExperience of supervising other staff/students
- oExperience of supervision / appraisal
- oUnderstanding of audit service review/development
Personal Atributes
Essential
- oTeam worker
- oDemonstrates a specific interest in the post applied for
Demonstrates Proud to CARE Vaulues
Desirable
- Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oDiploma or degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
- H.C.P.C. registered (or pending qualification results).
Desirable
- oFieldwork Educators qualification
Experience
Essential
- oBroad understanding of OT process and frameworks.
- oBroad understanding of OT role in acute physical setting.
Desirable
- oExperience in acute physical setting
- oExperience in acute medical setting
- oExperience of rehabilitation practice and ethos
- oCommunity experience
skills and knowledge
Essential
- oAbility to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines.
- oAble to work independently and as part of a team
- oExcellent communication skills (verbal & written)
- oEvidence of CPD
- oDelegation skills
Desirable
- oExperience of supervising other staff/students
- oExperience of supervision / appraisal
- oUnderstanding of audit service review/development
Personal Atributes
Essential
- oTeam worker
- oDemonstrates a specific interest in the post applied for
Demonstrates Proud to CARE Vaulues
Desirable
- Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement
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).
