Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.** ARE YOU AN EXPERIENCED OR RECENTLY QUALIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST OR PHYSIOTHERAPIST, WITH A PASSION FOR WORKING WITH AND IMPROVING THE LIVES OF OUR PATIENTS? DO YOU HAVE AN INTEREST IN HAND THERAPY? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced or recently qualified Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join our friendly Hand Therapy Team in East Cheshire. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with an interest in the assessment and treatment in this specialist area. About the service: We are an exciting, friendly team, offering specialist assessment and treatment to patients across the hospital including clinic patients and inpatients. We treat both trauma and elective patients, from the very acute stage, through to longer term rehabilitation. We work closely with our Orthopaedic Consultants, Trauma coordinators, and Orthopaedic clinic staff - including Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Plaster Technicians. We offer a comprehensive training programme, designed to build skills and confidence in a fast-paced specialist area. Hours per week: 37.5
Main duties of the job
We are a dynamic and friendly team that work in the Orthoapedic Department, providing Hand Therapy assessment and treatment for both elective and trauma patients.
We provide bespoke splinting and fracture bracing for patients who are under the care of the Orthopaedic Consultant teams.We are mainly an out patient service but when required do see in patients. This is a fast paced service where we see patients directly from fracture clinics to provide acute management of hand fractures when appropriate.
As a valued member of our team, you will be supported by our Advanced Clinical Specialist and Clinical Specialists to enable you to develop your skills within this area. We work as a multidisciplinary team and are supported by the Consultant Hand Surgeon and other Consultant Upper Limb surgeons. There is a very strong team ethic within the Orthopaedic MDT which values therapy at its core.
We would love to hear from you, if you are interested in developing your skills in this specialism
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Relevant professional degree / diploma
- Clinical educators training
- Attendance at degree level post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area e.g. communication, CBT, dementia or working towards this or be prepared to study at this level
Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area and evidenced by CPD
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations
- Awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area
Desirable
- Knowledge of the service / trust values & objectives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
- Advanced communication and listening skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Audit skills
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
- IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, some of which is in a relevant setting / associated area
- Experience of completing and contributing to audit / research
- Experience of contributing to the teaching and mentoring of staff & members of the MDT
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Prior experience working in the NHS - with a broad range of NHS physical rotations Proven ability to manage complex rehabilitation issues including dementia and ensure safe and timely discharge of patients
- Proven ability to manage complex rehabilitation issues, utilising CBT and relaxation techniques
- Demonstrate ability for appropriate discharge of patients
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Relevant professional degree / diploma
- Clinical educators training
- Attendance at degree level post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area e.g. communication, CBT, dementia or working towards this or be prepared to study at this level
Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area and evidenced by CPD
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations
- Awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area
Desirable
- Knowledge of the service / trust values & objectives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
- Advanced communication and listening skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Audit skills
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
- IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, some of which is in a relevant setting / associated area
- Experience of completing and contributing to audit / research
- Experience of contributing to the teaching and mentoring of staff & members of the MDT
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Prior experience working in the NHS - with a broad range of NHS physical rotations Proven ability to manage complex rehabilitation issues including dementia and ensure safe and timely discharge of patients
- Proven ability to manage complex rehabilitation issues, utilising CBT and relaxation techniques
- Demonstrate ability for appropriate discharge of patients
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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).
