Overview
Are you ready to launch or progress your career as a Band 5 OT? Are you a new graduate and looking for a place to launch a new and exciting career? Then join the dynamic & forward-thinking Royal Surrey & gain exposure to a wide variety of clinical settings, cutting-edge treatments, & multidisciplinary teams while developing specialised skills that set you apart in the field of OT.
Why choose Royal Surrey?
* Comprehensive Rotational Experience: Fast-track your development with six-month rotations that offer hands-on exposure to multiple specialties
* Dedicated Practice Development Role: our specialist Practice Development OT will provide support throughout your induction & preceptorship to build the skills & competencies
* Career Growth & Development: we are committed to your professional journey with opportunities for clinical supervision, CPD & formal training
* Work-Life Balance: enjoy a range of benefits on offer including a fully equipped gym, access to accommodation & social club
* Be Part of a Friendly, Dynamic Team: collaboration & support are at the heart of what we do
Rotations
1. Ortho: Hands-on experience in trauma and electives, including Fast Track joint replacements. Focus on post-op care, patient assessments, and discharge planning while collaborating with the MDT for optimal recovery.
2. A&E: Thrive in the fast-paced emergency dept., gaining skills in rapid assessments and early interventions. Work with medical teams to manage diverse conditions, ensuring timely and efficient care to minimise admissions.
3. Older Persons: Enhance your skills in treating frail older adults with complex needs. The OPU offers insights into rehab, frailty management, and discharge planning to improve quality of life and independence.
4. Stroke/Neuro: Immerse yourself in neuro rehab, assisting patients recovering from strokes and brain injuries. Develop rehab programs while focusing on upper limb management and cognitive assessments.
5. Medicine: Gain an understanding of acute care, treating patients with respiratory, cardio, gastroenterology, and diabetes management. Work with specialists to enhance quality of life.
6. HOST (Hospital Outreach Support Team): Support the transition from hospital to home, collaborating with GPs and community services to prevent readmissions. Gain experience in problem-solving to help patients regain independence.
7. Milford Hospital (Sub-Acute Rehab): Support patients needing extended care after acute hospitalisation. Become proficient in discharge planning and rehab techniques.
About Royal Surrey
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
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Suzanne Ward
Job title: Appointing Manager
Email address: suzanneward@nhs.net
For More Information Or An Informal Visit, Please Contact
Suzanne Ward, Head Occupational Therapist at suzanneward@nhs.net
Or
Isla Pavey, Deputy Head Occupational Therapist at isla.pavey@nhs.net
Phone: 01483 571122 extension 4766
Apply now and take the next step in your rewarding career with the Royal Surrey Hospital!
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