An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join a team of dedicated and experienced Hand Therapists within Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust.
We are looking for a flexible, dynamic, and effective clinician to assist with coordinating and managing a varied Hand Therapy caseload in an MSK setting. A passion and dedication to Hand Therapy are required, along with evidenced experience of managing a hand caseload. This may include student placements or experience in a static role. Newly qualified clinicians who meet the essential criteria will be supported to meet competencies with the support of senior Hand Therapists.
Good knowledge of hand and upper limb anatomy, physiology, and basic hand conditions is essential, along with experience of applying occupational therapy assessments in a clinical setting. Knowledge and skills in hand assessment and treatment techniques are also required. For the right candidate, it may be possible to develop a split hand therapy and MSK caseload. The post will be based in Stroud.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
There will be an induction period, regular supervision, and relevant training offered to assist in development. It is a fast-paced environment, so good prioritisation, delegation, and time management skills are necessary. Flexibility in working hours while maintaining responsibility for your own clinical caseload is also required.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in departmental and county-wide Hand Therapy training and will be supported to develop as a Hand Therapist. Travel to other localities within the Trust is expected for training, supervision, and support. Mentorship, supervision, training, and Continuing Professional Development are actively encouraged and supported, with opportunities to widen knowledge and enhance skills.
The Trust offers a full preceptorship programme for newly qualified candidates. More information can be found on the Trust’s website: https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/get-involved/jobs/
If you are a passionate, enthusiastic, and committed therapist wishing to progress in the field of Hand Therapy and work in an MSK environment, this may be the post for you.
The qualification, training, and experience requirements for the role are detailed in the Job Description/Person Specification.
We have a skilled and dedicated workforce of over 5000 colleagues working across 55 sites and within people's homes. We strive to create a welcoming workplace culture that promotes civility, inclusivity, and diversity, fostering a sense of belonging and trust.
Annual staff surveys, regular Pulse surveys, and other engagement opportunities provide our staff with many ways to share their experiences. In the latest staff survey, 61% of colleagues shared their views. Notably:
* 72% would recommend the Trust as a place to work, ranking us 1st among Provider Trusts in the South West.
* 76% would recommend the standard of care provided if a friend or relative needed treatment, also ranking us 1st in the South West.
* 81% said that patient and service user care is the Trust’s priority, compared to 64% in similar NHS Trusts in England.
These results indicate strong staff engagement and a positive environment, though we continue to seek improvements. We are committed to becoming a Great Place to Work, maintaining top-quartile performance in staff surveys.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
* Name: Helen Fursman
* Job title: Hand Therapy Lead
* Email: helen.fursman@ghc.nhs.uk
* Telephone: 0300 421 8895
Additional contact:
* Name: Sarah Nicholson
* Role: Adult MSK Physiotherapy and MSKAP Operational Service Lead
* Telephone: 0300 421 8481
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