Job summary
Are you a band 6 looking for a static position in an established team? Are you looking to specialise in Oncology and Palliative care? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our department to backfill maternity leave.
This position is for an experienced Occupational Therapist within our small, but well respected Oncology Occupational Therapy team. The team covers a 54 bed acute oncology and haematology ward. As a band 6 Occupational Therapist you will work under the lead of a band 7 OT. Working as a valued member of the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team your role will include assessment and treatment of patients, prevention of de-conditioning, facilitation of timely and effective patient discharge, and on-going referrals to other agencies. Your caseload will include supporting patients on active treatment, those who are receiving palliative treatment and those nearing the end of their life. You will also have the opportunity to supervise Occupational Therapy Students on placement, as well as contribute to our service development.
The post holder will work Monday to Friday and be expected to work some bank holidays over the year to support both the Oncology and Medical/Surgery OT service. Use of own car for business use is essential.
Main duties of the job
The post holder assists in the development, administration and provision of a specialist Occupational Therapy Oncology service; carries a varied caseload of patients. Managing complex assessment, with predominantly physical conditions and with regard to the physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual and social aspects of their care.
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.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Directly responsible for the management of own caseload of Oncology patients with diverse presentation and complex physical and psychological conditions, referred for Occupational Therapy assessment, rehabilitation, treatment planning and discharge management.Assists in the management of the specialist team providing, developing and planning an Occupational Therapy service to patients for this client group. The post holder will act as a source of expertise, demonstrating and maintaining knowledge, skills and experience in this specialist role.
As a department we are a friendly bunch of therapists who all work together to provide a dynamic and pro-active service to our patients. We have a range of experience and specialisms ranging from Assistants to Highly Specialist Occupational Therapists providing clinical support, and formal and informal training, and the department benefits from being managed by an Occupational Therapist who provides a strong professional lead. We have a strong commitment to clinical supervision and Continuing Professional Development; you will be regularly supervised by a senior therapist and attend the band 6 Occupational Therapy support groups. You will be supported to engage in service development and encouraged to put forward suggestions as to how we can enhance and grow the services we offer. We have a well-structured In-Service Training Programme which the successful applicant will be able to learn from as well as the opportunity to lead sessions with support from your team. We benefit from a well-stocked gym which can be used by staff either before or after working hours.
We offer Opportunities for professional & personal development In-service training & post graduate education Clinical Supervision Flexible Working Multidisciplinary working Welcoming department
Essential requirements Acute NHS experience Current HCPC registration Own car for business use
The Royal Surrey Foundation Trust is a District General Hospital and regional cancer centre with links to a range of related services providing excellent opportunities for multidisciplinary working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Directly responsible for the management of own caseload of Oncology patients with diverse presentation and complex physical and psychological conditions, referred for Occupational Therapy assessment, rehabilitation, treatment planning and discharge management.Assists in the management of the specialist team providing, developing and planning an Occupational Therapy service to patients for this client group. The post holder will act as a source of expertise, demonstrating and maintaining knowledge, skills and experience in this specialist role.
As a department we are a friendly bunch of therapists who all work together to provide a dynamic and pro-active service to our patients. We have a range of experience and specialisms ranging from Assistants to Highly Specialist Occupational Therapists providing clinical support, and formal and informal training, and the department benefits from being managed by an Occupational Therapist who provides a strong professional lead. We have a strong commitment to clinical supervision and Continuing Professional Development; you will be regularly supervised by a senior therapist and attend the band 6 Occupational Therapy support groups. You will be supported to engage in service development and encouraged to put forward suggestions as to how we can enhance and grow the services we offer. We have a well-structured In-Service Training Programme which the successful applicant will be able to learn from as well as the opportunity to lead sessions with support from your team. We benefit from a well-stocked gym which can be used by staff either before or after working hours.
We offer Opportunities for professional & personal development In-service training & post graduate education Clinical Supervision Flexible Working Multidisciplinary working Welcoming department
Essential requirements Acute NHS experience Current HCPC registration Own car for business use
The Royal Surrey Foundation Trust is a District General Hospital and regional cancer centre with links to a range of related services providing excellent opportunities for multidisciplinary working.
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).
