Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to pilot a new AHP-led cancer service consisting of physio, dietetics, OT and SaLT provision across all pathways in the trust. York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals receive around 33,000 suspected cancer referrals per year and diagnose around 5,000 patients with cancer annually.
This role will be pivotal in developing and implementing a new AHP one-stop clinic model which is aimed to support cancer patients holistically during and post the acute treatment phase. The Trust has received pump prime funds from the Humber & North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance in 25/26 to deliver this and a draft outline proposal has been developed. The role would work alongside an AHP Clinical Lead, Dietitian, Physiotherapist, and SaLT to take this proposal to implementation and delivery, and be responsible for supporting the AHP Clinical Lead to develop the service specification, quality indicators, and evaluation framework required to ensure high quality services. The roles would also support the AHP Clinical Lead in the development of a business case for the future provision of the service once the pump prime funds cease.
The role would have the opportunity to provide a specialist clinic and support to patients diagnosed with cancer with a wide range of needs and improve patient experience by delivering a high quality service.
Cross site working required
If you are applying on a secondment basis you must seek approval from your current line manager
Main duties of the job
1. To assess, treat and provide specialist Occupational Therapy for a range of patients with complex conditions in the oncology setting, during and post the acute cancer treatment phase.
2. To determine patient-centred clinical need and deliver interventions as indicated.
3. To collaborate with colleagues in caseload management, balancing the demands of clinical and organisational priorities.
4. To work as an autonomous practitioner, holding responsibility for own caseload of patients with complex physical, psychological, cognitive, behavioural, and social difficulties.
5. Take responsibility for delivery of evidence-based practice.
6. To provide support, leadership, specialist advice and tailored training, and supervision and mentorship to less experienced members of staff, students, and apprentices.
7. To deputise for more senior colleagues, which may include taking responsibility for elements of day-to-day operational management.
8. To act as a resource within the department and Trust providing specialist information and advice support to service users, colleagues and any other relevant parties.
9. To be responsible for a defined area of service working without direct supervision; clinical work will be evaluated in line with Trust and service objectives.
Working for our organisation
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
10. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
11. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
12. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
13. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
14. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
15. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
16. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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Person specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
17. Experience in a relevant junior role, including the management of a range of conditions, with evidence of additional knowledge acquired through formal and informal clinical supervision
18. Developed / specialist clinical skills within relevant area
19. Delivery of relevant audit and service improvement
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
20. Degree in Occupational Therapy
21. HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist
22. Evidence of specialist postgraduate CPD activities
23. Evidence of postgraduate training within specialist area