What's involved with this role: QAD 1701/1804 Role: Occupational Therapist Contract Length: Anticipated 4 months Hours: Full-time or Part-time hours considered Location: Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, Croydon CR7 7YE Pay Rate: £21.80 per hour PAYE Summary: Competencies; Adapts written, verbal and non-verbal communication to the patient and practice context Uses culturally responsive, safe and relevant tools and strategies Communicate effectively to manage people’s expectations Obtains informed consent for practice and information sharing from the patient or legal guardian Effectively introduces self and explains OT role to patient and family Ensures the patient is given all information to make an informed decision, and is at the centre of decision making Actively and effectively participate and communicate in MDT meetings, best interest meeting and case conferences when required Communicate with patients, carers, families and other health care professionals effectively in a professional and respectful manner Documents in line with HCPC and RCOT standards on the day of intervention also in line with Trust policy Demonstrate conflict resolution skills and be able to hold difficult conversations with all stakeholders Demonstrate effective presentation skills e.g. case study, journal club, IST Personal & Professional development; Actively participate and identify learning and development needs, seek support to identify appropriate learning materials Maintain an up to date records with evidence of continuing professional development e.g. a professional portfolio Uses reflective practice and can identify learning opportunities from this Participate in regular clinical supervision and takes responsibility to make sure own needs are met Is able to respond and adapt practice in response to feedback. Manages own time and caseload and proactively feedbacks to supervisor with any issues surrounding this Works within scope of practice and level of experience. To deputise for the band 7 in their absence, and effectively leading the team in their absence To be able to demonstrate high level prioritisation skills, both individual and team in response to high clinical demand To be able to complete return to work interviews effectively and within set timeframes as per Trust policy Health, Safety & Security; Competently and safely use: Walking aids (ZF/RF/GF/EC/GC) Standard hoist and assessment for suitable slings sizes Sliding board Transfer aid- Mackworth, sara stedy, Report any potential or actual risks at work that may put self or others at a health, safety or security risk Know when to seek advise and support if unfamiliar equipment or situations are encountered Demonstrate safe manual and therapeutic handling skills Support and challenges others in maintaining health and safe environment. Understand and adhere to legislation, trust policies and procedures Complete and update transfer aids care plans using standard documentation, including the training of family/carers etc. Recognise when it is required to complete a RADAR incident report Service Development; Provide supervision to band 5, 4 and 3 staff Complete appraisals with band 5, 4 and 3 staff Actively participate and present in the IST programme Identify, participate and lead in quality improvements projects, including any audits Take role of named educator with students Know when to seek advice and support if unfamiliar equipment or situations are encountered Core OT skills; To be able to independently complete a relevant and appropriate background specific to that patient Able to articulate clinical reasoning to support formulation of OT intervention including complex patients and social situations Able to complete a relevant functional assessment including: Bed transfers, Toilet transfers, Chair transfers, Bath board transfers, Washing and dressing assessment and Kitchen assessment To be able to carry out an Environmental Visit (EV) to identify need for minor modifications To use appropriate outcome measures to evaluate progress and support SMART goal setting and discharge planning To be able to review and modify plans, goals and interventions where indicated. To be able to identify and prescribe/order appropriate equipment following assessment of more complex clinical presentations To be aware of the discharge pathways and able to identify the most appropriate option in collaboration with the patient and the MDT and complete any relevant documentation to support this To refer appropriately to external agencies To be able to effectively lead on complex discharge planning cases Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for. If you are successful in securing this role, please note that for the entire duration of this contract, regardless of extension you will be working this role at the PAYE rate that has been advertised. For absolute clarity, we only work on a PAYE basis, rather than entertaining umbrella pay terms, we do not offer Ltd/umbrella or outside IR35 rates. 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