Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a newly qualified and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Community In-patient rehabilitation Band 5 rotation based at Magnolia unit (Complex multipathology/Stroke - Neuro), Capetown ward (general inpatient rehabilitation), and Canterbury ward (Non-weight bearing and stepdown pathway). There is potential to expand the rotations to cover community services in the future.
Candidates will need the skills and ability to cope with a fast-paced MDT environment.
The Occupational Therapy team is part of the Integrated Therapies Service and staff benefit from a supportive environment and excellent learning opportunities through collaborative care team working.
The successful post holder will be required to participate in a seven-day working rota.
For further information, please contact:
Kavita Shastri - Integrated Therapies Lead (Inpatient Rehabilitation)
Email: kavita.shastri@nhs.net
Phone: 07974878754
Main duties of the job
* Provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention to all patients referred in the area of work.
* Be an active member of the multidisciplinary team. Participate in clinical projects, service developments, audits, and reviews as supported by the Team Lead OT and integrated therapies lead.
* Actively participate in the available rotations.
About us
For full details about working for our organisation, please refer to the attached document along with the job description and job specification.
Date posted
23 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£34,521 to £41,956 per year, inclusive of Outer HCAs
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
391-NMUH-7081422
Job locations
Community sites - Magnolia unit, Capetown & Canterbury wards
St Michael's Primary Care Centre, EN2 0JB / Chase Farm Hospital, Enfield
Job description
For full job description, please refer to the detailed job description and personal specification documents.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications (Essential)
* BSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
* Evidence of CPD
* HCPC registration
Skills and abilities (Essential)
* Competent IT skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to contribute to and work within an MDT
* Organisational, prioritisation, and delegation skills
* Ability to work at moderate to high physical activity levels, including manual therapy and handling
* Adherence to Trust and Department guidelines on equal opportunities and Health and Safety
* Awareness of health conditions such as Orthopaedic, stroke, neurological conditions
* Understanding of the MCA and cognition in OT interventions
Experience (Essential)
* Undergraduate experience in healthcare settings
* Experience of OT assessment and intervention in acute, rehab, and/or community settings
* Experience of continuing professional development and knowledge of evidence-based practice
Personal qualities (Essential)
* Commitment to lifelong learning
* Willingness to work flexibly
* Ability to work within a team
* Understanding of confidentiality and effective communication
Other requirements (Essential)
* Full UK valid driver’s license
* Ability to participate in a 7-day service
This post is subject to a DBS check, and applicants must have current UK professional registration. Further details on sponsorship and criminal record checks are available in the attached documentation.
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