Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Occupational Therapist specialising in Neuro-Rehabilitation. We are looking to recruit a B7 Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist for our Neurological Rehabilitation Unit at Trafford General Hospital on a fulltime permanent basis.
You will be part of a dynamic, well-established multidisciplinary team, working on the only level 2a Neuro-Rehab unit in Greater Manchester. You will work alongside a Therapy Clinical Lead, experienced Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists and Rehabilitation Assistants. Our team is committed to delivering a holistic approach to patient care, ensuring high-quality outcomes in line with national guidelines.
You will work clinically to support the assessment and delivery of rehabilitation to our patients, and also support their discharge and complex case management.
You will have a role in the senior leadership team on the unit supporting service development and improvements alongside providing leadership to the Occupational Therapists in the team.
Main duties of the job
We're looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist with experience of working in neuro-rehabilitation at Band 6 level and above.
You should have proven skills in neurological Occupational Therapy including:
* Knowledge and experience of assessing and treating cognition, vision and spasticity
* In depth knowledge of the mental capacity act and complex discharge planning
* Excellent communication skills
* Skills in neurological management, rehabilitation and multidisciplinary working
* Experience of complex discharge planning within the NHS
* Strong leadership skills are essential to compliment your advanced Occupational Therapy knowledge and skills
You will be required to co-ordinate and monitor the activity and caseload demands on the unit, provide evidence-based training within the MDT and support junior therapists in the team to ensure high quality care.
You will provide support to the OT team through supervision, appraisal and teaching. And you'll support the Therapy Clinical Lead with service provision and development opportunities.
You will be supported in your role by the Therapy Clinical Lead and receive regular supervision.
The neurorehabilitation therapy team is ward based and works closely with nursing and medical colleagues to deliver excellent neurological rehabilitation.
Working for our organisation
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Supporting Documents' heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the ' Candidate Essentials Guide' that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how 'we care for you as you care for others '. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
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Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Recognised BSC Honours degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
* Completion of validated/nationally professionally recognised postgraduate specialist courses and ongoing relevant postgraduate training.
* State registration via Health and Care Professions Council
* Member of relevant specialist clinical interest group
* Clinical Educators course
Desirable criteria
* Registered member of the British Association of Occupational Therapy
* Completion of a basic management course
* Audit & Research training to a post graduate level
Clinical Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
* Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
* Good organisational / planning / prioritisation skills
* Demonstrate complex dexterity and specialist therapeutic handling skills
* Ability to motivate and negotiate to encourage reluctant and challenging patients
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Effective written communication skills e.g. clinical records, reports to other health care professionals and external agencies.
* Able to maintain sustained regular manual handling skills and therapeutic manoeuvres
* Able to participate in weekend and bank holiday working rota in line with departmental policies
Desirable criteria
* Completion of relevant clinical courses
Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
* Significant post registration with working at a senior specialist level in a relevant field
* Highly specialist comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy assessment and treatment technique
* Working knowledge of local and national policies and procedures e.g. Manual Handling, College of Occupational Therapists/Health and Care Professionals Council Code of Conduct/Ethics, Health and Safety, Infection Control, CPR, Equality and Diversity
* Evidence of recent relevant Continual Professional Development
* Experience of and commitment to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary team working
* Experience of supervision of qualified staff, students and assistants
* Evidence of contribution to clinical education and in-service training
* Understanding of clinical effectiveness and its implications for services including experience of quality issues, audit and evidence based practice
* Demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding practices relevant to the clinical area
Desirable criteria
* Previous experience in a post at this level
* Evidence of participation in postgraduate research