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Senior Occupational Therapist - Macmillan Cancer Therapy Team
The closing date is 15 June 2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our Macmillan Cancer Therapy Team in a static position.
We will consider a development Band 5-6 role for the right candidate.
As a team we cover the Oncology Ward at Dorset County Hospital providing holistic assessment and management to patients with a diagnosis of cancer.
We promote education and service development and use our connections with Bournemouth University, Health Science University College and surrounding Trusts to ensure we are delivering the best care and service to our population.
Main duties of the job
To work as an integral member of the Macmillan Cancer Therapy Team and wider MDT.
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties and to carry a significant caseload of patients as an autonomous practitioner, including those with complex presentations.
To work at an advanced level and be professionally and legally accountable for a specialised patient caseload and decide priorities for own work area, without direct supervision.
In conjunction with the Team Lead and clinical specialists, the post holder participates in a rolling programme of education, clinical evaluation, audit and research, as required, across the speciality.
To promote and demonstrate safe, timely and appropriate assessment, treatment and discharge planning for patients with a cancer diagnosis.
To provide leadership and clinical guidance for junior staff, therapy assistants, students and ward staff.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
UKVI Sponsorship
This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration. We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK, subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
* Diploma or Degree Occupational Therapy
* Registered as an Occupational Therapist with HCPC
* Evidence of other relevant and recent CPD/training
* Member of Special Interest Group
Knowledge and Experience
* Inpatient experience within the NHS
* Experience of teaching and supporting junior staff
* Completed a rotation or had experience of working in Oncology
* Experience of working with a variety of patient conditions
* Experience of having carried out or participated in a service development project
* Minimum of 2 years experience
* Knowledge of the Macmillan Charity
Skills and Abilities
* Ability to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner
* Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical notes in SOAP format
* Ability to demonstrate clear depth of clinical reasoning and knowledge of OT assessment and interventions relating to this specialty, commensurate with Band 6 level
* Ability to work autonomously, prioritising case load effectively
* To show an understanding of clinical governance and its implication for the Occupational Therapy Service
* Advanced communication skills and the ability to have difficult and emotive conversations with patients and relatives
* Ability to contribute to weekend working
* Car Driver
* Experience in completing local projects
* Ability to manage own stress at work in a stressful and unpredictable environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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