Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to for a Rotational band 6 Occupational therapist within the Orthopaedic Therapy team. The rotation includes the Trauma & Orthopaedic wards at Barnet Hospital and the Elective Orthopaedic Centre at Chase Farm Hospital. We are looking for a dynamic therapist to join our friendly and supportive team, consisting of experienced Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy Support Workers.
This post offers a varied role for the successful candidate offering the opportunity to further develop their knowledge and skills as an Occupational Therapist alongside supporting the OT Team Lead in service improvement tasks. The therapy team is integral to the ward, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to assess and treat patients throughout their hospital stay.
Within the Elective Orthopaedic Therapy service the post will involve working within the newly developed Hip & Knee Arthroplasty Ambulatory pathway, including a vital role within the pre-operative assessment service for this patient group. The post offers a varied caseload of Elective procedures including Spinal, Shoulder and foot and ankle surgeries. In the Trauma & Orthopaedic team at Barnet, you will assist patients to return home safely following traumatic injuries including upper limb, lower limb and spinal fractures. You will provide essential rehabilitation to improve patients' function post-operatively to be able to regain their baseline independence and quality of life.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Manage and prioritise your own caseload effectively, by utilising a high level of clinical reasoning, organisational and prioritisation skills, with support from the Team Lead OT.
- Carry out comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments, including complex standardised assessments and risk assessments.
- Plan and carry out individual Occupational Therapy treatment programmes which reflect the patient's needs and goals.
- Evaluate treatment and use reflective practice to improve patient care.
- Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning skills and apply these when considering the use of equipment and adaptations to maximise independence
- Be flexible to fluctuating priorities and enjoy working in a fast paced environment.
- To demonstrate effective and efficient discharge planning skills.
- Apply excellent communication skills with patients, carers and MDT colleagues, including attending daily board rounds, MDT and other meetings.
- Teach, supervise and appraise junior staff and students, whilst being supported by highly skilled and experiences senior staff.
- To have an active role in developing the Orthopaedic service including quality improvement and service development.
This is a permanent, full time (37.5 hour) position. The post holder will also be required to work bank holidays and weekends, in line with the department's 7-day working policy.
About us
The Therapy Service is passionate about developing and delivering world class care, and will provide training and development opportunities, including supervision and appraisal, to ensure you are supported in your role. There is a strong education ethos with various in-service training programs and frequent opportunities to learn from other disciplines both formally and informally. Applicants with a commitment to lifelong learning will be fully supported and given ample opportunity to take part in quality improvement and finding ways to improve staff satisfaction and patient outcomes. The post holder will uphold the Royal Free World Class Values when interacting with service users, staff, colleagues, clients, and patients alike so that everyone within the trust can feel:
Welcome all of the time
Confident because we are clearly communicating
Respected and cared for
Reassured that they are always in safe hands
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, and we are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them. Enthusiasm for advancing equality for LGBTQ+, BME and people with disabilities is essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details of the job duties/responsibilities can be found in the attached job description document and are summarised below:
- The Band 6 Occupational therapist will undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner and work in accordance with the standards, policies, and procedures established within the trust.
- To manage a defined caseload, using evidence based/patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate occupational therapy interventions.
- To provide an advanced standard of therapy assessment and treatment of a specialist caseload within the area of Elective Orthopaedics and Trauma and Orthopaedics to patients, carers and families without direct supervision. Access to advice and support from team leads is available when required.
- Effectively communicate with other professionals, such as doctors, physiotherapists, social workers, equipment suppliers as well as patients' families, carers and employers.
- To supervise, teach and appraise Band 5 therapists and support workers.
- To supervise occupational therapy students on practice placements.
- To take an active role in and contribute to service improvement projects that will enhance the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details of the job duties/responsibilities can be found in the attached job description document and are summarised below:
- The Band 6 Occupational therapist will undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner and work in accordance with the standards, policies, and procedures established within the trust.
- To manage a defined caseload, using evidence based/patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate occupational therapy interventions.
- To provide an advanced standard of therapy assessment and treatment of a specialist caseload within the area of Elective Orthopaedics and Trauma and Orthopaedics to patients, carers and families without direct supervision. Access to advice and support from team leads is available when required.
- Effectively communicate with other professionals, such as doctors, physiotherapists, social workers, equipment suppliers as well as patients' families, carers and employers.
- To supervise, teach and appraise Band 5 therapists and support workers.
- To supervise occupational therapy students on practice placements.
- To take an active role in and contribute to service improvement projects that will enhance the service.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values.
Education & Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Current HCPC Registration.
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Demonstration of commitment to life long learning.
Desirable
- UK driving license.
- Fieldwork Education Certificate.
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience relevant to clinical area including work in an acute health setting and discharge planning.
- Evidence of CPD in relevant areas of practice.
Desirable
- Experience in supervising/teaching staff/student/volunteer.
- Relevant other associated work experience.
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to relate clinical knowledge to practice.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Good organisational skills.
- Ability to use supervision constructively.
- Ability to problem solve and use clinical reasoning.
- Ability to manage own workload, prioritise and delegate.
Desirable
- Computer skills.
- Group facilitation skills.
Personal Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Understanding of needs of client group.
- Evidence of up to date knowledge.
- Knowledge of principles of clinical governance.
- Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance.
- Understanding of risks involved in working in clinical settings relevant to the post.
Desirable
- Member of a Special Interest Group.
- Knowledge of current NHS and local issues.
- Knowledge of research process.
- Evidence of audit.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values.
Education & Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Current HCPC Registration.
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Demonstration of commitment to life long learning.
Desirable
- UK driving license.
- Fieldwork Education Certificate.
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience relevant to clinical area including work in an acute health setting and discharge planning.
- Evidence of CPD in relevant areas of practice.
Desirable
- Experience in supervising/teaching staff/student/volunteer.
- Relevant other associated work experience.
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to relate clinical knowledge to practice.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Good organisational skills.
- Ability to use supervision constructively.
- Ability to problem solve and use clinical reasoning.
- Ability to manage own workload, prioritise and delegate.
Desirable
- Computer skills.
- Group facilitation skills.
Personal Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Understanding of needs of client group.
- Evidence of up to date knowledge.
- Knowledge of principles of clinical governance.
- Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance.
- Understanding of risks involved in working in clinical settings relevant to the post.
Desirable
- Member of a Special Interest Group.
- Knowledge of current NHS and local issues.
- Knowledge of research process.
- Evidence of audit.
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).
