Job summary
Occupational Therapist Clinical Specialist - Hospital Outreach Support Team (HOST)
Are you an experience Occupational Therapist looking for a new challenge?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our innovative and highly respected Hospital Outreach Support Team (HOST) We are searching for a dynamic and adaptable therapist to support individuals in achieving their functional goals at home following their discharge from hospital.
What we're looking for:o Clinical skills within this specialist fieldo A flexible, dynamic, and forward thinking approach.o Strong knowledge across a variety of clinical specialties.o Exceptional communication, time management and interpersonal skillso Supervisory experience to guide and develop less experienced staff, student and rotational staff
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a passionate team and make a lasting impact. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you
Main duties of the job
You will work alongside a supportive and skilled team of therapist, managing your own caseload while delivering outstanding patient care. This is a chance to make a real difference in people's lives by providing flexible, forward-thinking support across a range of clinical specialties.
Joining HOST means being part of a team that truly values your professional and personal growth. We provide:o Professional and personal developmento In-service training and clinical supervisiono Flexible workingo Peer support groupso Dedicated CPD time and a firm commitment to learning and developmento Participation in student training and supervision
This role includes some weekend and bank holiday working.
For further information, an informal visit/chat please contact:
Caroline Tucker HOST OT
Team lead Suzanne Ward - Head Occupational Therapist, or
Isla Pavey - Deputy Head Occupational Therapist
on 01483 571122 Ext 4766 or via e-mail:
caroline.tucker3@nhs.net, suzanneward@ nhs.net , isla.pavey@nhs.net
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder assists in the development, administration and provision of a specialist Occupational Therapy service; carries a varied caseload of recently discharged patients. Managing complex assessment, with predominantly physical conditions and with regard to the physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual and social aspects of their care.
Directly responsible for the management of own caseload of patients referred for HOST assessment, rehabilitation and management within the multi-disciplinary team/community.
Assists in the management of the specialist team providing, developing and planning a Occupational Therapy service to patients for this client group.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder assists in the development, administration and provision of a specialist Occupational Therapy service; carries a varied caseload of recently discharged patients. Managing complex assessment, with predominantly physical conditions and with regard to the physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual and social aspects of their care.
Directly responsible for the management of own caseload of patients referred for HOST assessment, rehabilitation and management within the multi-disciplinary team/community.
Assists in the management of the specialist team providing, developing and planning a Occupational Therapy service to patients for this client group.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in OT by recognised awarding body e.g. Royal College of Occupational therapists.
- Must satisfy the criteria for full membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Further qualifications/Study
Desirable
- An approved Occupational Therapy supervisor for OT/PT degree students
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the role of Occupational Therapy for people with a wide range of physical dysfunction.
- Able to assess for and fit basic equipment to facilitate safe discharge
- Previous experience relating to specialist area
- Experience of working in an acute hospital setting
- Knowledge of relevant NHS and SS legislation
- Able to assess for and fit complex equipment and teach patient/carer in the safe use of these
- Experience with community/mental health conditions
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in OT by recognised awarding body e.g. Royal College of Occupational therapists.
- Must satisfy the criteria for full membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Further qualifications/Study
Desirable
- An approved Occupational Therapy supervisor for OT/PT degree students
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the role of Occupational Therapy for people with a wide range of physical dysfunction.
- Able to assess for and fit basic equipment to facilitate safe discharge
- Previous experience relating to specialist area
- Experience of working in an acute hospital setting
- Knowledge of relevant NHS and SS legislation
- Able to assess for and fit complex equipment and teach patient/carer in the safe use of these
- Experience with community/mental health conditions
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).
