Employer University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Leicester Royal Infirmary Town Leicester Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 06/05/2026 23:59
Occupational Therapist
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
Band 6 Occupational Therapist
Acute Medicine
Permanent – 37.5 hours per week – flexible working available.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our motivated and enthusiastic team working on our Acute Medicine wards at Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospitals.
We are seeking applicants who are team players and enjoy the challenge of the acute setting. The Trust recognises the important role that our Medicine Therapy Team have in supporting the reduction in deconditioning of patients within UHL. You will be part of the wider Medicine Therapy Team, including the team working at Preston Lodge.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) is one of the largest and busiest NHS trusts in the country providing care for more than 1 million residents in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
The Medicine therapy team are responsible for delivering a service across the medical wards at UHL, these are based at LRI and LGH. The team treat a wide variety of patients including those with frailty, respiratory illness, falls, diabetes and Parkinson's.
You will be working alongside a large Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to enable early rehabilitation and timely discharges of patients. We are passionate about promoting independence and preventing deconditioning in the acute hospital.
Main duties of the job
You will demonstrate excellent communication, prioritisation and time management skills. This post will be suitable for a candidate who has a wide range of rotational experience, particularly with older people with a variety of comorbidities for example Parkinson's, falls and fractures.
You will join a supportive team of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists in the Acute Medicine Team. You will receive regular supervision, appraisal and be encouraged to be involved in service development, audit and research. You will be expected to support and supervise other staff as well as provide practice placements for students.
The successful candidate would need to be flexible in their working as the service is provided over 7 days a week. The team are working to provide a collaborative approach to therapy across all systems.
You will have support to develop both your clinical and leadership skills from our Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapists and our Clinical Team Leader.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* Be responsible for managing a complex clinical caseload from assessment to discharge/transfer of care within defined protocols, in order to facilitate a timely and safe discharge from hospital.
* To provide appropriate education to patients and carers in order to encourage patient participation in the management of their condition either on an individual or group basis.
* To liaise with, and involve patient's carers with patient's treatment as appropriate.
* Evaluate and process referrals from the designated ward(s) in order to ensure the patient receives the appropriate Occupational Therapy intervention.
* Set outcome related goals with the patient which are consistent with the standards of the department, in order to meet the needs of the patient.
* To use specialist techniques for the handling of patients with physical deficits often within confined spaces.
* Plan, deliver and progress treatment interventions using clinical reasoning and decision making skills in order to work towards and achieve identified patient goals.
* In the absence of the Clinical Specialist, to have delegated responsibility for the management of the Acute Medicine OT clinical caseload and ensure patients receive high standards of intervention at all times in accordance with the College of OT Code of Professional Conduct.
* Apply knowledge of OT process, in order to deliver appropriate treatment interventions and facilitate appropriate clinical decisions.
Training & Qualifications
* Diploma/BSc O.T.
* HPC Registration
Experience
* Recent clinical experience at a Band 5 level
* Demonstrates knowledge in clinical areas
* Demonstrates appropriate use of OT interventions relevant to clinical setting, including use of core skills
* Experience in relevant clinical area
* Experience of educating others and/or supervising staff
* Demonstrates evidence of computer skills
Communication and relationship skills
* Demonstrates effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication
* Demonstrates knowledge of effective team working
* Demonstrates a professional attitude
* Demonstrates leadership skills
Other requirements specific to the role
* Expresses enthusiasm for post and desire to work in clinical area
* Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
* Demonstrates awareness of issues impacting on OT
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
* Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
Skills
* Demonstrates effective coping skills for dealing with pressurised and unexpected situations including preparation for interview
* Demonstrates effective prioritisation and organisational skills
* Demonstrates a flexible approach to meet service needs
Analytical and Judgement skills
* Demonstrates evidence of flexibility/initiative and risk management
* Demonstrates awareness of own abilities and needs
* Awareness of own development needs
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
* Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
* Being a regulated activity, the Trust will pay for the check initially, and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment. The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID-19 and Pre-employment Risk Assessment
* We have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process, which is now part of the mandatory pre-employment checks if you receive a conditional offer.
* If identified as belonging to a vulnerable category, we endeavour to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
* COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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