Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 Community Occupational Therapist to join our supportive Therapy team in Norwich!
Based at Norwich Community hospital, the successful applicant will visit patients in their own homes, including housing with care and care homes. They will work alongside their Physiotherapy and assistant colleagues to provide treatment plans to increase the independence of those living at home with both physical and cognitive difficulties above the age of 18.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will complete a holistic assessment of the individual, prepare and carry out a treatment plan, and collaborate with other Professionals including Physiotherapists, Nursing staff, Social workers, unplanned services, and many more.
Community working requires a car driver with access to a vehicle to travel to patient's homes. A laptop will be provided so that documentation can be completed at the time of the visit.
About us
The successful applicant will be provided with a comprehensive induction plan, and will ultimately work independently. Supervision is provided with a band 6 Occupational Therapist once a month and we have both Therapy team meetings and also Occupational Therapy peer supervision sessions.
The Clinical Leads are proactive in providing training opportunities to enhance skills and abilities in the team.
The Occupational Therapy Team in Norwich work with the Social Services Occupational Therapists and have a joint triage and Occupational Therapy waiting list.
Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments of patients including those with a complex presentation, using investigative, analytical and clinical reasoning skills, and inform the development of a differential diagnosis.
Formulate and execute individualised occupational therapy treatment plans of patients including those with a complex presentation, in collaboration with the integrated team, other agencies and the patient, utilising a range of treatment skills.
Assess patients holistic needs, communicating complex and sensitive information to patients and carers as to their assessment, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments of patients including those with a complex presentation, using investigative, analytical and clinical reasoning skills, and inform the development of a differential diagnosis.
Formulate and execute individualised occupational therapy treatment plans of patients including those with a complex presentation, in collaboration with the integrated team, other agencies and the patient, utilising a range of treatment skills.
Assess patients holistic needs, communicating complex and sensitive information to patients and carers as to their assessment, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapist
- Current HPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Good observational and reporting skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Concentrate when undertaking patient care & inputting data/patient records
- Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
- Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills
Desirable
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Highly motivated
Communication
Essential
- Tact & diplomacy
- Empathy & sensitivity
- Ability to use own initiative
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- A team player
Personal Attributes / Behaviours
Essential
- Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
Other
Essential
- Professional appearance be able to:
- Kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments.
- Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
- Manoeuvre patients using handling aids
- Be reliable
- Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
- Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapist
- Current HPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Good observational and reporting skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Concentrate when undertaking patient care & inputting data/patient records
- Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
- Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills
Desirable
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Highly motivated
Communication
Essential
- Tact & diplomacy
- Empathy & sensitivity
- Ability to use own initiative
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- A team player
Personal Attributes / Behaviours
Essential
- Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
Other
Essential
- Professional appearance be able to:
- Kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments.
- Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
- Manoeuvre patients using handling aids
- Be reliable
- Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
- Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language
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).
