Specialist Occupational Therapist - AHP

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Development opportunities

Flexible working options

Annual leave and holidays

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking an Occupational Therapist to develop the OT role within critical care at Glasgow Royal Infirmary on a fixed-term 8-month contract. You will manage a complex caseload autonomously and work closely with the multidisciplinary team to maximise functional independence.

The post requires HCPC registration, PVG clearance, and post-graduate experience in acute care. The role is full-time (36 hours) with Monday–Friday shifts.

Qualifications

• BSc / Diploma in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration are required.
• PVG membership and Occupational Health clearance.
• Significant post-graduate experience, preferably in acute care.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Computer literacy including MS Office and clinical systems.
• Supervisory experience in developing staff.
• Commitment to the field of occupational therapy.
• Ability to work in a busy, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Is professionally and legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of own work, including direct and indirect patient care, within scope of practice, as per HCPC guidelines
• Assess capacity, gain valid consent and has the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent.
• Using available evidence base, act independently to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, treat and progress patient care, to maximise functional independence and rehabilitation potential including decision making regarding discharge from care.
• Manages own identified complex caseload of patients effectively and efficiently.
• Works as a key member of a multi-professional team to ensure effective communication and delivery of care.
• Maintains documentation, records and accurate statistical information to reflect care provided and meet professional standards, including computerised systems, where applicable, in accordance with RCOT and Service standards.
• Develops a robust framework to monitor and evaluate standards of care and clinical outcomes – benchmarking with similar services.
• Identifies gaps and service pressures within the OT/PT team, discusses, identifies and implements remedial actions with the Team Leader.
• Actively promotes and markets the OT Service.
• Identifies and actively leads areas within quality improvement, such as audits, journal clubs and projects as directed by AHP Team Lead, Clinical Specialist and Professional Lead.
• To attend staff and service meetings.
• Any other duties within grade as deemed appropriate by the AHP Team Lead
• Please refer to the job description for further details.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Autonomous practitioner

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

BSc / Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

PVG Membership

Occupational Health Clearance

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of the surgical and critical care AHP team at Glasgow Royal Infirmary for a fixed-term period of 8 months. We are looking for a forward-thinking and motivated Occupational Therapist to help develop the emerging role for Occupational Therapy within critical care. The Occupational Therapy staff work very closely with physiotherapy colleagues to provide comprehensive, patient-centred interventions

The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner in managing a complex clinical caseload, and as an effective and efficient partner in the multi-disciplinary team. They will share responsibility for day-to-day operational issues within the Occupational Therapy Team, and be involved in service improvement, staff development, supervision, clinical effectiveness and student education.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate sound clinical reasoning and core Occupational Therapy skills and be able to apply these in treatment of patients recovering from critical illness and surgery. They will be able to prioritise and work in a busy and fast-paced environment, and demonstrate a self-motivating and dynamic approach.

The successful candidate will have a diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy and postgraduate experience. The post requires PVG scheme membership/Disclosure Scotland check and HCPC registration

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Please see below for more details:

Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Location based in Glasgow Royal Infirmary
• Fixed-Term Contract for 8 months
• Full-time position (36 hours per week)
• Shift pattern for this post are Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00

Key responsibilities:

• Is professionally and legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of own work, including direct and indirect patient care, within scope of practice, as per HCPC guidelines
• Assess capacity, gain valid consent and has the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent.
• Using available evidence base, act independently to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, treat and progress patient care, to maximise functional independence and rehabilitation potential including decision making regarding discharge from care.
• Manages own identified complex caseload of patients effectively and efficiently.
• Works as a key member of a multi-professional team to ensure effective communication and delivery of care.
• Maintains documentation, records and accurate statistical information to reflect care provided and meet professional standards, including computerised systems, where applicable, in accordance with RCOT and Service standards.
• Develops a robust framework to monitor and evaluate standards of care and clinical outcomes – benchmarking with similar services.
• Identifies gaps and service pressures within the OT/PT team, discusses, identifies and implements remedial actions with the Team Leader.
• Actively promotes and markets the OT Service.
• Identifies and actively leads areas within quality improvement, such as audits, journal clubs and projects as directed by AHP Team Lead, Clinical Specialist and Professional Lead.
• To attend staff and service meetings.
• Any other duties within grade as deemed appropriate by the AHP Team Lead
• Please refer to the job description for further details.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

Essential

• BSc / Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with HCPC
• Occupational Health Clearance
• PVG Membership
• Significant post-graduate experience, with previous experience in acute care
• Computer literate including use of e-mail, Microsoft Office and relevant clinical programmes
• Evidence of experience in clinical effectiveness - audit / systematic reviews, research proposals
• Supervisory skill in developing and supporting staff
• Excellent communication skills
• Committed to speciality
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Evidence of further educational qualifications
• Experience of participation in change / service redesign
• Experience of practice education / completion of relevant practice education training
• Decision making
• Leadership qualities
• Teaching and presentation skills

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Greig Morrison

AHP Team Lead

[e-mail]

0141 211 8522

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