Job Overview
Clinical Specialist OT
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and skilled clinician to join the Paediatric Occupational Therapy team. You will have experience of working with paediatric cases, managing a specialist caseload as an autonomous practitioner, as well as providing clinical support and advice to junior staff. The role involves providing individualised assessment and treatment for patients from across the county, as well as some from out of the county on both the paediatric ward and individual outpatient appointments – providing treatment either virtually or on a face‑to‑face basis, and as part of a team including Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. The Paediatric Occupational Therapy team has clearly defined acute and specialist roles and benefits from close working with consultants and specialist nursing teams. You will also be responsible for training and developing more junior staff.
NICU OT
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and skilled clinician to join the Paediatric Occupational Therapy team working on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The post holder will be responsible for providing specialist assessment and Occupational Therapy management to support the neurodevelopment of preterm infants and work effectively with the NICU MDT to support and highlight the role OT has on this specialist level 3 unit.
Main Duties of the Job
* In‑patient and out‑patient paediatric caseload.
* Comprehensive assessment of patients, using investigative and analytical skills, to form accurate diagnosis and prognosis for complex conditions.
* Work with families and infants to address occupational needs in the NICU, providing intervention to support preterm babies’ neurodevelopment and appropriate OT input to infants with developmental diagnoses.
* Develop and implement strategies with the MDT to improve the experience of all babies and families on the unit.
* Formulate individualised treatment plans and specialised programmes of care using clinical reasoning and a range of treatment skills, with liaison across health and social services.
* Due to complexity, care management often longer‑term and requires frequent re‑assessment.
* Part‑time: 31.75 hours per week.
Working for our Organisation
We are committed to equity and inclusion, and encourage applications from under‑represented groups. We offer the full range of NHS benefits, plus:
* Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
* Multi‑faith prayer room
* Discounted gym membership
* Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
* Wagestream access up to 40% of pay as you earn it
* Free Park & Ride to the NNUH site
* Free 24‑hour confidential counselling support
* On‑site nursery
* On‑site cafes with staff discounts
* Flexible staff bank
* Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work and home electronics
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
* Experienced Occupational Therapist with highly specialist skills responsible for the Occupational Therapy management of patients within the Trust.
* Clinical lead Occupational Therapist responsible for a defined area as specified in Appendix 1 (if applicable).
* Expert clinical resource for OT management of patients within the Trust and regionally, as required.
* Represent the OT service as a clinical expert in initiatives both within and outside the Trust.
* Responsible for an individual caseload including prioritisation, assessment and management of patients with acute and chronic conditions, determining clinical diagnosis and treatment, and maintaining records as a legally autonomous practitioner.
* Provide leadership clinically, educationally, professionally and managerially.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy.
* Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council (UK).
Experience
* Extensive post‑qualification experience including significant senior level experience in relevant clinical specialties.
* Involvement in service improvement, audit, research and quality issues.
* Supervision of Occupational Therapy Assistants or Occupational Therapists.
Skills
* Ability to undertake comprehensive specialist assessment of patients using investigative and analytical skills and to make a clinical diagnosis.
* Effective role model demonstrating NNUH’s PRIDE values (People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence).
* Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
Eligibility & Immigration
If you require sponsorship for a Certificate of Sponsorship, assess your eligibility against the UK Skilled Worker Visa criteria. Current UK professional registration is required.
Contact Details
Name: Helen Morritt
Job title: Clinical Specialist OT – Paediatrics/NICU
Email: helen.morritt@nnuh.nhs.uk
Telephone: 01603 286286
Ext: 6555
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