Staff Nurse (Band 6) Teenage Cancer Trust Unit

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Staff Nurse (Band 6) Teenage Cancer Trust Unit, Sutton

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Client:

The Royal Marsden

Location:

Sutton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job overview

This is an essential permanently funded clinical post. The band 5 Occupational Therapist (OT) is part of a team of 5 OTs for adult services in Chelsea. It involves managing a complex clinical caseload across wards and outpatients, with responsibilities including clinical input, case load management, service development, education, and supervision of Therapy Assistants. The role also deputizes for the band 6 OT during her absence and is crucial during maternity leave coverage.

Main duties of the job

The Band 5 Occupational Therapist delivers a high-quality, cost-effective occupational therapy service for cancer patients. They serve as a knowledge resource for patients, relatives, and colleagues, organizing therapy activities and collaborating with the multi-professional team to provide educational programs.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Perform complex clinical assessments under supervision, addressing biomechanical, sensory, psychological, cognitive, perceptual, and interpersonal deficits in cancer patients and their families.
• Develop and implement individualized therapeutic rehabilitation programs based on activity analysis and client-centered approaches.
• Organize and lead therapeutic and educational groups for patients and carers.

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy recognized by UK College of Occupational Therapists.
• State Registration with Health & Care Professions Council.

Experience

• Experience working with oncology patients and their families/carers.
• Experience in clinical supervision and appraisal.
• Knowledge of audit, outcomes measurement, and clinical governance principles.
• Completed approved fieldwork supervisor course.
• Accredited wheelchair course.

Skills Abilities/knowledge

• Knowledge of assessment and treatment techniques for oncology and palliative care patients, including physical, cognitive, psychosocial assessments, and symptom management.
• Risk assessment skills for patient and staff safety, including manual handling and discharge planning.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, especially in sensitive situations like delivering bad news.
• Ability to produce professional reports, care plans, assessments, and correspondence.
• Teamwork and teaching abilities, including delivering presentations and education sessions.
• Risk assessment for lone working, responsibility for safety reporting.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to prioritize effectively.
• Supervisory skills for undergraduate students.
• Proficiency in data entry, report writing, and multimedia presentations.

The Royal Marsden values diversity and encourages applications from minority groups, LGBTQ+ candidates, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where all staff can reach their full potential.

Note: Due to high application volumes, the advert may close early once sufficient applications are received. Early submission is advised.

Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff

All patient-facing staff are expected to have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge, to protect our immunocompromised patients.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicants must have appropriate UK professional registration. The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, requiring Disclosure and Barring Service checks.