Band 6 REACTT Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist
This static Band 6 Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist will undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner and work in accordance with the standards, policies, and procedures established within the Rapid Emergency and Acute Care Therapy (REACT) clinical area.
Main duties of the job
To provide an advanced standard of therapy assessment and treatment of a specialist caseload within the Emergency Department (ED), Adult Assessment Unit (AAU), and the Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) Floor and Clinics to patients, carers, and families without direct supervision. Access to advice and support from team leads is available when required. Clinical work is routinely evaluated. To work in a trans-disciplinary therapy team including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, therapy support workers, dieticians, and speech and language therapists. To work with patients' families or carers to provide an advanced level of support, education, and expectation regarding the outcome of hospital attendance. To supervise, teach, and appraise Band 5 therapists and support workers. To participate in Continuing Professional Development, evidence-based audit, and research projects that will enhance the service. The Band 6 therapist will be included in the 7-day working rota, which involves working up to 1 weekend every 4 weeks, plus 2 Bank Holidays per year. Two consecutive scheduled days off will be given in the week before or after the weekend worked, and Agenda for Change pay enhancements apply. Additionally, the Band 6 therapist will be included in the extended hours rota covering 8 am to 8 pm.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies, and carry out more than 17 million tests. Our size, scale, and influence offer unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to work that accommodates your lifestyle. From flexible hours and benefits to advanced training, we support your career growth. For more information, please visit https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description for more details about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
* HCPC Registration
* Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
* Membership of a specialist interest group
* Evidence of attendance at relevant postgraduate courses
Experience
* Experience in a broad acute rotational post, including A&E and acute medicine
* Experience with complex discharge planning
* Experience working at band 6 level
Skills and aptitudes
* Ability to work across Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy disciplines
* Ability to make clinical decisions based on rapid assessments and work under pressure
* Accurate documentation skills
* Sound reasoning skills
* Effective communication skills
* Willingness to participate in weekend, bank holiday, and extended hours rota
* Teaching and supervision experience
* Experience supporting students or therapy support workers
* Involvement in audit, research, and quality improvement
Personal Qualities & attributes
* Evidence of maintaining Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in a portfolio
* Knowledge of current occupational therapy or physiotherapy practices
* Understanding of Evidence-Based Practice
* Awareness of legal responsibilities such as confidentiality, consent, and documentation
* Understanding of clinical governance and quality issues
* Participation in relevant postgraduate courses
* Knowledge of NHS, Emergency Medicine, and local issues
Royal Free World Class Values
* Ability to meet the trust values
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any criminal convictions.
Salary: £44,485 to £52,521 per annum, inclusive of HCAS
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