Specialist Occupational Therapist

Sussexcommunity; Guildford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join the Orthopaedic/Surgical Unit. You will be part of a dynamic team, responsible for patient assessment, treatment, and supervision. The role supports professional development and offers a chance to work within a compassionate and collaborative environment at a renowned health trust.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellbeing program

Professional development opportunities

Supportive recruitment process

Qualifications

• Must have a diploma or degree in OT from a recognized body.
• Must satisfy Health and Care Professions Council membership criteria.
• Driving license required for work purposes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of patients with complex conditions.
• Assist in the development and administration of Occupational Therapy services.
• Supervise and educate Occupational Therapy students.

Skills

Knowledge of Occupational Therapy

Team management

Communication

Clinical supervision experience

Education

Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy

Full membership of HCPC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you looking to specialise in Orthopaedics and Surgery? Are you a Band 6 looking for a position in a vibrant and dynamic team? Or an experienced Band 5 looking for promotion to Band 6?

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen in Orthopaedic/Surgical Unit for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated department. We are passionate about patient centred care, support our clinicians to lead and deliver excellent and compassionate services.

As a Band 6 Occupational Therapist you will work within an Occupational Therapy team comprising of three support workers, one junior band 5s and three other Band 6 Occupational Therapists under the lead of two experienced Band 7 Team Leads.

Working as a valued member of the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team your role will include assessment and treatment of patients, prevention of de-conditioning, facilitation of timely and effective patient discharge, and on-going referrals to other agencies. You will also take on the responsibility of supervising band 5s. As the opportunity arises, you will be expected to take on the supervision and education of Occupational Therapy Students on placement.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you would benefit from additional support--such as meeting the recruiting manager or visiting the interview environment in advance--please let us know when applying.

Main duties of the job

The post holder assists in the development, administration and provision of a specialist Occupational Therapy service; carries a varied caseload of patients. Managing complex assessment, with predominantly physical conditions and with regard to the physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual and social aspects of their care.

About us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo

Job responsibilities

Directly responsible for the management of own caseload of patients with diverse presentation and complex physical and psychological conditions, referred for Occupational Therapy assessment, rehabilitation, treatment planning and discharge management.

Assists in the management of the specialist team providing, developing and planning an Occupational Therapy service to patients for this client group. The post holder will act as a source of expertise, demonstrating and maintaining knowledge, skills and experience in this specialist role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in OT by recognised awarding body e.g. Royal College of Occupational therapists.
• Must satisfy the criteria for full membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Further qualifications/study
• Driving licence (and use of own car for work purposes).
• An approved Occupational Therapy supervisor for OT/PT degree students

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the role of Occupational Therapy for people with a wide range of physical dysfunction.
• Previous experience relating to specialist area.
• Experience of working in an acute hospital setting.
• Knowledge of relevant NHS and SS legislation.
• Experience with community/mental health conditions.
• Used to working in a busy environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and any other relevant It systems applicable to the applicant.
• Experience of undertaking clinical supervision.
• Experience of managing and motivating a team and reviewing performance of the individuals.
• Thorough knowledge of the Inclusion (equality and diversity) agenda.
• Experience of delivering teaching and training sessions.

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.

£39,205 to £47,084 a year(per annum) pro-rata - includes high cost area supplements (HCAS)