Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced Occupational Therapist to work for up to one year (maternity leave cover) within Wandsworth Community Neuro Team, a well-established and respected team in SW London.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of adults with a variety of neurological conditions. The service also covers Early Supported Discharge (ESD) for stroke patients, groups, upper limb/splint clinic and vocational rehabilitation. There is a strong emphasis on multi-disciplinary working especially within service development and team learning. The MD team include occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, dietician, clinical neuropsychologist, clinical nurse specialist, psychology, admin and therapy assistants.
As a skilled therapist the post holder will have a lead role in the development of the Occupational Therapy service , and will also have a key role in the overall neuro rehab service development, and will also be responsible for line managing and clinically supervising Band 6 Occupational Therapists.
Continuing professional development is actively supported via clinical supervision, annual Personal Development Plans, post-graduate and in-service training from a uni-professional and multi-disciplinary point of view. Supervision of students is actively encouraged. All our staff are fully supported by the Clinical and Operational Lead.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the management of a caseload of adults with a wide range of neurological disorders offering specialist community and out-patient rehabilitation.
To assess own caseload of patients including those with a complex and highly complex social, psychological, communication, and cognitive presentation, make a diagnosis, and to develop and deliver individualised Occupational Therapy treatment programmes using evidence based practice, working towards client's goals. This often involves working as a lone clinician.
To be responsible for line managing and clinically supervising a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, as well as providing clinical education to students on placement.
To take a key role in the future development of the multi disciplinary service.
To work as an autonomous practitioner within the standards of professional practice laid down by the College of Occupational Therapy and Health Professions Council, and be developing increasing responsibility for leading others and the Service, whilst themselves participating in regular supervision.
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Graduate Diploma / BSc/ Post Graduate Degree in Occupational Therapy/MSc
- Registered with Healthcare Professions Council
- Evidence of relevant in depth postgraduate study or qualification
- Member of SNiP
Desirable
- Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists
- Training in management and leadership skills
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in neuro rehab
- Experience in working in any of the following areas: general medicine, acute, in-patient or community neuro-rehab, older people's rehab
- Experience of developing junior occupational therapy and other staff through CPD / PDP/ clinical supervision
- Experience of working as part of an occupational therapy team and/or multi disciplinary team
- Experience of working with support workers
- Experience of audit
- Supervision of Students
Skills
Essential
- Required to work at masters level or equivalent in terms of knowledge, training and experience
- Competent splinting skills
- Ability to teach specific occupational therapy treatment packages to patients / carers / others
- Effective communication skills in a multi-disciplinary setting
- Good organisation and time-management skills
- Ability to lead, develop, and motivate others
- Drive and enthusiasm for clinical excellence using EBP and clinical networks
- Able to manage own time and caseload, balance management and clinical work
- Able to delegate tasks
- Excellent computer skills e.g. Microsoft office (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook)
- Effective written and spoken communication
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of community neuro-rehab
- Knowledge of Equality Act 2010
- Understanding of return to work process
- Comprehensive knowledge of equipment and minor adaptations
- Understanding of community issues and services available
- Wheelchair prescription
- To be competent in handling the mental, emotional and psycho-social aspects of working in Community Neuro-rehab
- To be familiar with relevant legislation relating to the care of clients with neurological conditions.
Desirable
- Appreciation of changes in health and social care provision
- Understanding of primary care agenda
Other
Essential
- To demonstrate use of initiative
- Highly motivated
- Flexible and able to cope with change
- Sensitive to the needs of others
- Evidence of own self development through PDP, CPD and portfolio
- Able to work harmoniously with a diverse workforce and to deliver a quality service to people from different backgrounds, by including and embracing their varied needs.
Desirable
- To have a full driving licence and own transport and be a car owner or have own transport (bicycle, moped, motor bike)
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Graduate Diploma / BSc/ Post Graduate Degree in Occupational Therapy/MSc
- Registered with Healthcare Professions Council
- Evidence of relevant in depth postgraduate study or qualification
- Member of SNiP
Desirable
- Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists
- Training in management and leadership skills
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in neuro rehab
- Experience in working in any of the following areas: general medicine, acute, in-patient or community neuro-rehab, older people's rehab
- Experience of developing junior occupational therapy and other staff through CPD / PDP/ clinical supervision
- Experience of working as part of an occupational therapy team and/or multi disciplinary team
- Experience of working with support workers
- Experience of audit
- Supervision of Students
Skills
Essential
- Required to work at masters level or equivalent in terms of knowledge, training and experience
- Competent splinting skills
- Ability to teach specific occupational therapy treatment packages to patients / carers / others
- Effective communication skills in a multi-disciplinary setting
- Good organisation and time-management skills
- Ability to lead, develop, and motivate others
- Drive and enthusiasm for clinical excellence using EBP and clinical networks
- Able to manage own time and caseload, balance management and clinical work
- Able to delegate tasks
- Excellent computer skills e.g. Microsoft office (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook)
- Effective written and spoken communication
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of community neuro-rehab
- Knowledge of Equality Act 2010
- Understanding of return to work process
- Comprehensive knowledge of equipment and minor adaptations
- Understanding of community issues and services available
- Wheelchair prescription
- To be competent in handling the mental, emotional and psycho-social aspects of working in Community Neuro-rehab
- To be familiar with relevant legislation relating to the care of clients with neurological conditions.
Desirable
- Appreciation of changes in health and social care provision
- Understanding of primary care agenda
Other
Essential
- To demonstrate use of initiative
- Highly motivated
- Flexible and able to cope with change
- Sensitive to the needs of others
- Evidence of own self development through PDP, CPD and portfolio
- Able to work harmoniously with a diverse workforce and to deliver a quality service to people from different backgrounds, by including and embracing their varied needs.
Desirable
- To have a full driving licence and own transport and be a car owner or have own transport (bicycle, moped, motor bike)
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
