Front Door Therapist

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Worthing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is launching a new 7-day service in Worthing Hospital, seeking a skilled Therapist (OT/PT) to join their Front Door Therapy Team. This role involves independent practice, providing patient assessments and interventions in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. The position offers opportunities for professional development, working collaboratively to enhance patient care and safety.

Benefits

Regular supervision and CPD opportunities

Supportive and dynamic team environment

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• To work independently as an autonomous practitioner providing specialist assessment and intervention.
• Experience in evidence-based and person-centered approach is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively in challenging circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments and interventions to individuals with physical and cognitive impairments.
• Work closely with the Front Door Therapy Team and wider multi-disciplinary team.
• Participate in planning and development of the service.

Skills

Assessment

Rehabilitation

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy

Job description

Worthing Hospital is launching an exciting new 7-day front door service. We are looking for a skilled Therapist (OT/PT) to expand the current team. The service will run 8am -6pm covering patients in the A&E Department and the Emergency Floor. The team provides rapid and comprehensive assessment, working within an integrated therapy model creating a seamless service across Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, enabling an efficient journey for the patients.

The Front Door Therapy Team consists of Occupational therapists, Physiotherapists and non-registered staff. There is a strong multidisciplinary approach on the acute floor with collaborative working across wider professions.

We Are

• A supportive and friendly dynamic team and have a strong commitment to staff development providing regular supervision and CPD opportunities.
• Committed to providing various opportunities for learning and development of both clinical and leadership skills to ensure continuing development the service including clinical audits
• Passionate about the development and success of this new 7-day service and there will be the opportunity to support the AHP Team Leads as the service evolves
  
  

Please note, in addition we are looking for bank staff- please apply if interested in bank hours.

We will consider a development role from a B5 to B6 for an appropriately experienced candidate.

• To work independently as an autonomous practitioner by providing specialist assessment and intervention to individuals presenting with a range of physical and cognitive impairments which impact on their functional ability and safety to return to their home environment, using an evidence based and person-centred approach.
• To ensure a proactive approach to rehabilitation to maintain and improve function and to facilitate timely discharges always thinking ‘Home First’.
• To work closely with the Front Door Therapy Team (FDTT) members, as well as the wider multi-disciplinary team. This will involve providing both formal and informal clinical support where necessary.
• To work within a generic therapy role.
• To effectively communicate your clinical reasoning, adapting accordingly, with patients, relatives and MDT members, in sometimes challenging circumstances
• To provide supervision and leadership for relevant junior and senior members of staff and students on practice placement.
• To participate in the planning, development, and evaluation of the service
• To participate in a 7-day rota including shifts, weekend and bank holiday cover between the hours of 8am – 6pm.
  
  

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jo Findlay Job title: Physiotherapy Operational Manager Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01903 205111

For further information please contact Ext: 85591 or please contact Dawn Miller - Therapy and Dietetic Site Lead for Worthing and Southlands 01903 285023 or email: [e-mail]