Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist

Oxford Health NHS Trust; Bicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Health NHS Trust seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to lead their Therapy Team at City & Bicester Community Hospitals. The ideal candidate will enhance the rehabilitation of older people, working closely with multidisciplinary teams while managing their own clinical responsibilities. This role offers significant opportunities for professional development and comes with a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS Discount across shops and retailers

Competitive pension scheme

Lease car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Staff accommodation (waiting lists apply)

Support groups for Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Qualifications

• Must have current UK professional registration.
• Understanding of safeguarding, MCA and continuing care criteria.
• Experience supervising staff alongside own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Act as a central contact for the MDT, patients, and families.
• Ensure timely discharge and excellent rehabilitation service.
• Manage team operations and support staff development.

Skills

Clinical expertise in adult care/rehabilitation

Management & leadership

Time management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Professional Qualification (Degree or equivalent)

Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio

Post graduate education (e.g. master's modules)

Job description

Job summary

Are you an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist, who is pro-active, enthusiastic, flexible and above all an amazing communicator? Are you able to work in a fast-paced demanding environment contributing to the Rehabilitation of Older People within a Community Hospital Setting? Then call us to find out more about this role.

We are looking for an experienced clinician to join us, to Clinically lead our fantastic Therapy Team within the City & BicesterCommunity Hospitals.

Main duties of the job

Building effective relationships is essential as you will act as a central point of contact for expert knowledge and information for our MDT, patients, their families, and carers. Working closely with the MDT, acute, community and social care partners to ensure that barriers are removed, and problems solved, which allow us to provide an excellent Rehabilitation service and safe and timely discharge of patients.

Whichever profession you are from, you will work within your professional function, receiving appropriate supervision and using your unique skills to support both our patients and MDTs progressing our patients' rehabilitation journey through to discharge.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will have an up to date, working knowledge of current processes and awareness of the challenges faced in this area. An understanding of safeguarding, MCA and continuing care criteria is essential in addition to a range of clinical knowledge to support you in this varied and rewarding role.

You will be also responsible for the operational management of your team and supporting their professional and clinical development.

Job description
Job responsibilities

You will have an up to date, working knowledge of current processes and awareness of the challenges faced in this area. An understanding of safeguarding, MCA and continuing care criteria is essential in addition to a range of clinical knowledge to support you in this varied and rewarding role.

You will be also responsible for the operational management of your team and supporting their professional and clinical development.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Qualification (Degree or equivalent)
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio

Desirable

• Post graduate education specifically relating to client group including master's level modules

Experience

Essential

• Experience and knowledge of management & leadership
• Previous experience as a Band 6 or equivalent
• Experience of working within an interdisciplinary team

Desirable

• Previous team management experience

Further training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and clinical expertise in adult care/rehabilitation
• Ability to prioritise and manage own time effectively.
• Experience of supervising other staff alongside your own case load

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Qualification (Degree or equivalent)
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio

Desirable

• Post graduate education specifically relating to client group including master's level modules

Experience

Essential

• Experience and knowledge of management & leadership
• Previous experience as a Band 6 or equivalent
• Experience of working within an interdisciplinary team

Desirable

• Previous team management experience

Further training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and clinical expertise in adult care/rehabilitation
• Ability to prioritise and manage own time effectively.
• Experience of supervising other staff alongside your own case load

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.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address

City & Bicester Community Hospitals

Oxford / Bicester

OX3 7JU

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