Job summary
AHP - Integrated Discharge Team (IDT)Band 8a or Band 7 Trainee AP (progression to 8a)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Practitioner to join the IDT at Conquest Hospital. We welcome experienced AHPs at Band 8a, or Band 7 clinicians seeking development through a structured Trainee AP pathway, progressing to Band 8a upon completion of competencies.
This key role is ideal for Physio or Occupational Therapists with a passion for innovation, transformation and integrated working across acute and community settings. Working closely with MDT therapy teams, ward staff, community partners and discharge colleagues, you will use advanced skills, leadership and expert decision-making to support complex cases, improve patient flow and enhance rehab across ESHT
Main duties of the job
What makes this role unique?o Lead pathway redesign to modernise therapy input and streamline dischargeo Embed new "Art of the Possible" investments supporting enhanced rehab and improved flowo Work flexibly across pathways with a strong Home First focuso Champion patient and family involvement in care planning and transitionso Provide advanced clinical leadership, supporting MDT decision-making and staff development
Who we're looking for:o HCPC-registered Physio or Occupational Therapisto Band 8a experienced advanced-level cliniciano Band 7 motivated clinician committed to AP developmento Experience in acute, community, IDT or integrated careo Strong leadership, communication and QI skillso Commitment to Home First and flexible working
What we offer:o Supportive, forward-thinking IDT and therapy environmento Clear Band 7 -> 8a development pathwayo Advanced CPD and leadership opportunitieso Direct influence on ESHT rehabilitation services
About us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC active Registration
- Degree in Specialist Practice or other appropriate health related pathway and working towards MSC qualification
- Leadership and/or management qualification
Desirable
- Advanced Clinical Practice qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant amount of post registration experience of which 3 years
- Evidence of teaching in a variety of environments
- Evidence of on-going CPD and revalidation
- Evidence of dissemination of knowledge in wider healthcare organisations
Desirable
- Evidence of system working
- Evidence of leadership in policy and practice change and transformation
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD
- Evidence of involvement in the development of programmes of care, protocols and policy
- Highly developed effective communication / negotiation skills
- Excellent clinical reasoning/clinical decision making
Desirable
- Evidence of specific positive demonstrable outcomes following quality improvement initiatives and projects
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to perform in stressful and complex situations and show personal resilience
Desirable
- Able to articulate the concept of political awareness and emotional intelligence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC active Registration
- Degree in Specialist Practice or other appropriate health related pathway and working towards MSC qualification
- Leadership and/or management qualification
Desirable
- Advanced Clinical Practice qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant amount of post registration experience of which 3 years
- Evidence of teaching in a variety of environments
- Evidence of on-going CPD and revalidation
- Evidence of dissemination of knowledge in wider healthcare organisations
Desirable
- Evidence of system working
- Evidence of leadership in policy and practice change and transformation
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD
- Evidence of involvement in the development of programmes of care, protocols and policy
- Highly developed effective communication / negotiation skills
- Excellent clinical reasoning/clinical decision making
Desirable
- Evidence of specific positive demonstrable outcomes following quality improvement initiatives and projects
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to perform in stressful and complex situations and show personal resilience
Desirable
- Able to articulate the concept of political awareness and emotional intelligence
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).
