Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Hyper acute stroke unit (HASU) at the Royal Sussex County Hospital for a band 7 Occupational Therapist.
We are looking for an experienced, innovative and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to lead the Stroke Service at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton.
HASU focusses on patients with acute stroke diagnosis. We provide early treatment of stroke including thrombolysis and thrombectomy in accordance to national stroke guidelines.
We have a 7 day a week therapy service.
Main duties of the job
Your primary clinical role will be in the assessment and treatment of patients with acute stroke providing acute management and early rehabilitation.
We are looking for an individual to promote strong leadership for Occupational Therapy within the Hyper-acute stroke unit. We have a very close working relationship with the multidisciplinary team, rehabilitation team and community providers.
In addition to your responsibility for the clinical service, you will work closely with the OT Professional Lead and band 7 colleagues to address professional issues and lead on quality, safety, education and innovation.
We are committed to continuing professional and personal development, and the team regularly has Occupational Therapy students from Brighton University.
If you feel you have the relevant neurology experience and enthusiasm for this post then we'd love to hear from you.
The Royal Sussex County Hospital is in the heart of Brighton which is a large vibrantcity situated on the south coast and in the heart of the Southdowns national park. There is easy access to watersports, outdoor pursuits and areas of outstanding natural beauty. Brighton hasa large shopping centre with all major shops but also boasts an eclectic centre of quirky independent shops in the Lanes. There aretheatres, gastropubs, nightclubs and a diverse is a 45 minute train ride away from London and all of the attractions to be found there.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Attached you will find the job description and person specification which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role.
We highly recommend you view this document and use it when completing the application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
1. Diploma in Occupational Therapy or BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy or overseas equivalent
2. Evidence of relevant post graduate clinical courses/ CPD and reflective practice
3. HCPC Registration
4. Experience of supervising less experienced staff and students
5. Involvement in carrying out clinical audit
6. Broad range of neurological clinical experience at senior level
7. Proven understanding of clinical governance with risk management, its importance and an awareness of how it is carried out
8. Experience in managing a team
9. Experience of operational management of staff personnel procedures
10. Specialist knowledge and experience of a range of treatment techniques and approaches including upper limb management, postural management and therapeutic handling related to all levels of medical, orthopaedic and neurological disabilities
Desirable
11. Relevant Masters Level Qualification
12. Evidence of post graduate management courses or training
Skills
Essential
13. Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in a crisis
14. Ability to manage complex situations
15. Ability to delegate clinical work
16. Computer Literacy
17. Ability to prioritise clinical and non clinical work
Desirable
18. Relevant experience, including work at Band 7 level within the speciality
People Management and Development
Essential
19. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with patients, carers, Occupational therapy and multidisciplinary teams
20. Experience in assessment of competency of other members of staff and managing poor performance
21. Experience of Supervising and conducting Appraisals
22. Experience of giving presentations to OT colleagues and to audiences of mixed professional backgrounds
23. Ability to reflect and critically appraise own and others performance
24. Experience in motivating and empowering staff
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
25. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
26. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).