Job summary
Closing Date:17.03.25 (this may change dependent on response)
Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 18.03.25
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 24.03.25
Join our dynamic team as a Specialist Occupational Therapist! We're seeking a motivated individual to work in our orthopaedic therapy team at BRI
You'll tackle a diverse caseload providing care across clinical areas including but not exclusive to Elective and Trauma Orthopaedics, Major trauma, Early Supported discharge and supporting H-fast Discharge to Assess models. With structured supervision, CPD opportunities, and a chance to shape service development, you'll thrive in our supportive, integrated Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy team.
We're looking for someone with experience in an acute NHS or social care setting. We would also welcome interest from Band 5's seeking the opportunity to work towards a B6 role as part of a development post. The post holder should have excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving positive change. A British driving license and access to a car are essential.
Main duties of the job
The department and team offers a wide range of experience. You will be encouraged and supported to develop your clinical, teaching, and leadership skills as well as contribute towards service development and service evaluation. The department has a strong commitment to CPD, a comprehensive IST programme and dedicated time for your ongoing professional development
You will be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care.
You are expected undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multi pathologies; use clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition. To plan, prioritise and deliver clinical case work.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached to this advert for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached to this advert for more information.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-graduate experience, including recent experience in an acute NHS or social care setting.
- Some experience of student supervision
- Previous experience of assessment, treatment and discharge planning across acute to community pathways.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Competent in core areas of Occupational Therapy practise
- Competent IT skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of current evidence based best practice for orthopaedic and trauma patients
- Knowledge of general medical and acute conditions.
Desirable
- Attendance on external post-graduate courses
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy Studies
- HCPC Registered
- Evidence of post graduate learning
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-graduate experience, including recent experience in an acute NHS or social care setting.
- Some experience of student supervision
- Previous experience of assessment, treatment and discharge planning across acute to community pathways.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Competent in core areas of Occupational Therapy practise
- Competent IT skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of current evidence based best practice for orthopaedic and trauma patients
- Knowledge of general medical and acute conditions.
Desirable
- Attendance on external post-graduate courses
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy Studies
- HCPC Registered
- Evidence of post graduate learning
Desirable
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).
