Job summary
Are you a passionate Hand Therapist looking to elevate your career in a renowned healthcare institution? Would you like to lead on the development and provision of services related to the rehabilitation of patients with hand conditions? UCLH Hand Therapy team is seeking a motivated, skilled professional to join our team and embark on a journey of growth and excellence in hand therapy.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, dynamic and suitably qualified OT or PT Hand Therapist to have a pivotal role within the Musculoskeletal (MSK) Outpatient Therapy Service at UCLH. Youwill have the chance to work alongside the wider Orthopaedic Hand and Rheumatology multi-disciplinary team to help contribute to and shape the delivery of a high quality, efficient and effective Hand Therapy Service.
Main duties of the job
We are a thriving department in the centre of London that boasts of fantastic development and educational opportunities. We have good links with our medical and surgical colleagues. UCLH offers excellent opportunities to develop as a leader through coaching and mentoring as well as formal teaching. You will be provided funding for CPD courses. The Hand Therapy team at UCLH has a very diverse caseload. The team works closely with orthopaedic hand surgeons running hand trauma clinics and treating post op patients. Most other referrals come from rheumatology, for patients with arthritis and hypermobility. We also receive neurology referrals from National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN), Queen Square, which is the UK's largest dedicated neurological and neurosurgical hospital. There are regular hand therapy Team and MDT meetings and teaching. The Hand therapist are also actively involved in clinical audits and research.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be working alongside other senior clinicians in Hand therapy to help deliver, co-ordinate and evaluate the Hand Therapy service with opportunities to advance and progress service development. You will work to the highest standards to facilitate evidence-informed patient care, playing a key role in supporting and sharing knowledge with other staff members to facilitate and develop hand therapy best practice in line with local and national guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Excellence:
- Provide expert hand therapy services to patients, ensuring the highest standard of care.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Leadership and Mentorship:
- Take a leadership role in guiding and mentoring junior hand therapists.
- Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and best practices.
- Continuous Learning:
- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay at the forefront of hand therapy advancements.
- Lead and participate in educational initiatives within the hospital.
- Research and Innovation:
- Contribute to research projects and initiatives related to hand therapy.
- Implement innovative approaches to enhance patient care and treatment modalities.
Requirements:
- Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy
- Extensive experience as Hand Therapist, demonstrating a commitment to clinical excellence.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- A passion for continuous learning and professional development.
Why University College Hospital London?
- A culture of excellence and innovation in healthcare.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
- State-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career or looking for a change and contribute to the advancement of Hand therapy services, University College London welcomes your application.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be working alongside other senior clinicians in Hand therapy to help deliver, co-ordinate and evaluate the Hand Therapy service with opportunities to advance and progress service development. You will work to the highest standards to facilitate evidence-informed patient care, playing a key role in supporting and sharing knowledge with other staff members to facilitate and develop hand therapy best practice in line with local and national guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Excellence:
- Provide expert hand therapy services to patients, ensuring the highest standard of care.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Leadership and Mentorship:
- Take a leadership role in guiding and mentoring junior hand therapists.
- Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and best practices.
- Continuous Learning:
- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay at the forefront of hand therapy advancements.
- Lead and participate in educational initiatives within the hospital.
- Research and Innovation:
- Contribute to research projects and initiatives related to hand therapy.
- Implement innovative approaches to enhance patient care and treatment modalities.
Requirements:
- Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy
- Extensive experience as Hand Therapist, demonstrating a commitment to clinical excellence.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- A passion for continuous learning and professional development.
Why University College Hospital London?
- A culture of excellence and innovation in healthcare.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
- State-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career or looking for a change and contribute to the advancement of Hand therapy services, University College London welcomes your application.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational/Physiotherapy or equivalent
- HPC registration
- Member of CSP/BOAT or equivalent
- Evidence of commitment to advanced clinical & non-clinical CPD within the musculoskeletal field e.g. post registration training, management competencies & evidence of detailed portfolio
Desirable
- Member of a special interest group e.g. BAHT
- Completion of post-registration courses in Hand Therapy
- Completion of post-registration course in management training course
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 4-5 years post -registration experience as an occupational/physiotherapist
- 1-3 years' experience of working as a Hand Therapist with competent splinting skills
- Minimum of 2 years working as a Band 6 Therapist
- Experience and ability of working in an acute hospital setting
- Experience of teaching both uni- and multi-disciplinary staff with experience of high quality presentations
- Experience of supervision and clinical education of a broad range of clinicians and students
- Experience of teaching and supervising students
- Experience of clinical and managerial leadership, including undertaking staff appraisal
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Band 7 therapist
Communication
Essential
- Demonstrates effective communication skills
- Professionally fluent in written & oral English
Personal & people development
Essential
- Commitment to the professional development of staff and others
Information management
Essential
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational/Physiotherapy or equivalent
- HPC registration
- Member of CSP/BOAT or equivalent
- Evidence of commitment to advanced clinical & non-clinical CPD within the musculoskeletal field e.g. post registration training, management competencies & evidence of detailed portfolio
Desirable
- Member of a special interest group e.g. BAHT
- Completion of post-registration courses in Hand Therapy
- Completion of post-registration course in management training course
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 4-5 years post -registration experience as an occupational/physiotherapist
- 1-3 years' experience of working as a Hand Therapist with competent splinting skills
- Minimum of 2 years working as a Band 6 Therapist
- Experience and ability of working in an acute hospital setting
- Experience of teaching both uni- and multi-disciplinary staff with experience of high quality presentations
- Experience of supervision and clinical education of a broad range of clinicians and students
- Experience of teaching and supervising students
- Experience of clinical and managerial leadership, including undertaking staff appraisal
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Band 7 therapist
Communication
Essential
- Demonstrates effective communication skills
- Professionally fluent in written & oral English
Personal & people development
Essential
- Commitment to the professional development of staff and others
Information management
Essential
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).
