Rotational Occupational Therapist

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a dynamic rotation across various medical departments. The ideal candidate should be registered with HCPC or nearing qualification, possess a degree in Occupational Therapy, and have a driver's license for community work. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary ranging from £31,049 to £37,796.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible working options

NHS benefits including annual leave and pension

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC or about to qualify.
• Must have a degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Access to a car for community settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat own patient caseload within a clinical team.
• Develop problem lists and treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Communicate effectively with team members and patients.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical knowledge

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current registration with Health Professions Council

Job description

You will join our very interesting and varied rotation - See what we have to offer!

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Community acute rehabilitation at Amersham Hospital and Aylesbury

Rapid Response and Intermediate care team too!

We have senior Occupational Therapists in each team for ongoing support and we are very friendly, supportive and dynamic services with comprehensive induction, integrated individual supervision, appraisal, in-service and training opportunities.You should currently be registered with HCPC or be about to qualify and have a degree in Occupational Therapy and have access to a car if possible for the Aylesbury and High Wycombe community settings.

Main duties of the job

• To provide patient assessment, treatment, intervention and evaluation of outcome, of own patient caseload, within a clinical team or group setting.
• To use professional knowledge to formulate problem list and subsequent treatment with goal plans and appropriate documentation in-line with departmental policy.
• To assist Senior Occupational Therapy staff in the development of new procedures and evidence-based practice.
• To follow advice and expertise of Senior Therapy staff to develop clinical skills and knowledge in managing own caseload.
• To maintain comprehensive, accurate and evaluative records of patient care, in accordance with professional, legal, departmental and Trust requirements.
• To communicate patient related information effectively and efficiently to patients, relevant team members, relatives, and other relevant service providers; through written documentation and verbal communication, in line with professional, legal, departmental and Trust requirements.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

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Person Specification

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

• Physical ability and endurance to work in the physical environment of the clinical area of all rotations within this post
• Ability to work at weekends
• Access to a car for working in the community

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

• Awareness of limitations of own professional abilities
• Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure records and reports are accurate and in legible manner (in English)
• Ability to integrate, participate and contribute as an effective member of a team
• Ability to self-direct towards the attainment of clear goals
• Ability to prioritise tasks and functions against well-reasoned standards
• Ability to plan, manage and organise required tasks within available resources (including time)
• Use of and/or knowledge of POMR (problem orientated medical records) record keeping
• Knowledge of Current related legislation (H&S, Data P. Act, etc)

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• Intended or current registration with Health Professions Council
• Diploma /Degree in Occupational Therapy or about to gain this
• BAOT Membership

EXPERIENCE

• Work Experience within the NHS
• Ability to work and interact effectively within an interdisciplinary team
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Knowledge and application of evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning
• Comprehensive Student placements (covering - Community and Physical rehab)
• Establish and maintain CPD Portfolio
• Participation in audit and research activities

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.

£31,049 to £37,796 a yearper annum pro rata