This is an exciting opportunity for experienced bands 5 OT looking to progress their career or an established Band 6 looking for a new role to further develop their skills and knowledge. The team is forward thinking, and is led by experienced Band 7 Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Team Leads. There are 2 posts of which will be based at Magnolia Inpatient rehabilitation unit under the Multi Pathology Rehabilitation team and Capetown / Canterbury rehabilitation wards based at Chase Farm Hospital.
Our rehabilitation services provide inpatient rehabilitation for mainly older adults presenting with a variety of clinical conditions including post-operative orthopaedic surgery, decreased mobility after a fall, exacerbation of a long-term condition, recovery from acute medical problems and deconditioning following an extended hospital stay. Many of our patients have multiple pathologies and complex needs that require comprehensive assessment by the multi-disciplinary team. You will work closely with Physiotherapists, Speech and language therapists, Dietician Nurses, and medical colleagues to plan and provide effective rehabilitation and supported discharge planning.
Our services are supported by a Unit Manager / Integrated Therapy Lead. This is an exciting time to join our services, as we are in the process of developing the rehabilitation services across North London to provide a streamlined patient pathway across our rehabilitation services.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 6 OT you will carry a caseload, which will include the completion of initial and standardised OT assessments, formulating client centred goals and treatment plans for each patient on your caseload. We endeavour to support your learning and development formally through a robust appraisal process and regular supervision and also through informal teaching and training. You will also develop staff management skills with the opportunity to supervise and develop junior therapy staff, support workers and be part of the teaching / training programme within the wider MDT.
Job responsibilities
Job Summary To assist the Band 7 Team Leader for ensuring the provision of an exceptional standard of Occupational Therapy service, in conjunction with the multi-professional team, to meet the needs of the patients within our inpatient rehabilitation services.
* To assist and take responsibility in the absence of the Band 7 OT Team Leader for the effective and efficient day to day running of Occupational Therapy Service.
* You will work closely with the Band 7 OT Team Leader, to provide occupational therapy input to patients and assist in the professional development of occupational therapy staff and students.
* As a member of the Occupational Therapy Team, you will provide an accessible presence within the Unit to whom patients, their families and staff can turn to for assistance advice and support.
* You will be responsive and supportive to the physical, social, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing of each patient within the unit and lead by example.
Person Specification
* Relevant professional degree in Occupational Therapy
* HCPC Registration
* Royal College of OT membership
* Masters or equivalent course
Skills and Abilities
* High level clinical assessment and treatment skills using OT techniques / interventions
* An ability to prioritise and organise own workload
* Ability to problem solve and use clinical reasoning for a complex caseload
* To cope with a range of complex Patient presentation and analysing / plan holistic management including discharge planning
* Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance
* Ability to delegate and support / supervise junior staff including teaching and training
* Ability to use supervision constructively.
Experience
* Understanding of risks involved in working in clinical settings relevant to the post
* High knowledge of the O.T. process
* Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance
* Evidence of up to date knowledge relating to the clinical setting and ability to apply to practice
* Experience of team/service development
* Experience facilitating patient focused group work
* Demonstrate enthusiasm for the specialist area.
* Demonstrate a professional attitude.
* An ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Good organisational skills
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* Build resilience and positive proactive approach
Other essential requirements
* UK driving license and access to a car for work
* Ability to work within a 7 day service
* Ability to work across sites
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.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
391-NMUH-1404-F
Job locations
Magnolia Unit st Michaels site, Capetown ward
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