Job Title: Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist
Assisting in providing Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy interventions for patients assessed by the team on the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU). Once deemed competent, the post holder will be able to assess non-complex patients, progress them, and plan discharges appropriately, liaising with key personnel and outside agencies accordingly.
To carry a caseload of stroke patients and manage their care, once they have been assessed by an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist. The post holder will work under the direction and guidance of a qualified therapist but may work independently with immediate access to a therapist on site or by telephone/bleep. Other team members may request tasks to support workload management.
To work within the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy team, with access to direct supervision from a qualified therapist when required. The post holder will use clinical judgment while undertaking their work within agreed plans.
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team and participate in a 7-day rota including weekends and bank holidays.
We are looking for a passionate, creative, and motivated individual with excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength. We want you to feel included and to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences are valued as part of our innovative community. We offer various Staff Networks and can provide a buddy to help new members settle in. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with compassion and empathy, aiming to meet their needs beyond expectations.
We offer an extensive candidate information pack and wellbeing programme to support staff, including flexible working options to promote work-life balance. As a university trust and healthcare research leader, we value learning, teaching, and training opportunities to foster your growth and development.
* A supportive environment with regular supervision and CPD opportunities.
* Opportunities for learning and professional development.
* Excellent team working environment.
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