Trosolwg o'r swydd

Are you a skilled Occupational Therapist, committed and interested in rehabilitation for stroke and neurology patients?

Would you like to be part of a strong and developing service committed to providing the best care to the people of the High Peak in Derbyshire?

Do you want to be part of a team that can offer support, a neurology network, in service training and a strong supervision? 

THEN, WE ARE THE SERVICE FOR YOU.

Come and join the High Peak Stroke and Neurology Team providing specialist intervention in a community settings within an MDT.  You will work within a larger team that covers the High Peak and North Dales.

Our team focus is on the rehabilitation of patients with Stroke and Neurological long- term conditions, it is essential that you have a keen interest and some experience in this field.

You will have excellent communication and problem solving skills and  the ability to plan and organise competent, evidence based clinical care.

We will provide you with a supportive environment to develop your skills and experience.  Our evolving service has a strong emphasis on high quality, evidence based care, team work and staff well-being.

We welcome applications from those already at Band 6 and also current Band 5 OTs with relevant experience, knowledge and skills who are looking to develop into a Band 6 role.

You will be required to travel to reach patients in the community and you must be able to access transport.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

 We are  looking for an Occupational Therapist who is commited to rehabilitation for stroke and progressive neurological disorders.  You will be required to:  

 Provide specialist Occupational Therapy Assessments and treatment for adults presenting with a variety of stroke and neurological conditions both acute and progressive.

Provide specialist intervention, frequently as a lone practitioner, in the home of the patient.

When required, intervention will be provided in a clinical setting.

 Work as a member of the multi disciplinary team, working closely with fellow therapists and nursing teams.

 Educate and train other Occupational Therapy staff, healthcare professionals, students, support workers and carers.

 Participate in the development of effective, responsive, evidence based and patient centred services.

 Assist on specific projects in agreement with the Team Leader and Clinical Lead for the Service.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.

We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people’s own homes and via virtual consultations.

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff.  We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year.

We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre.  Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community.  As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young.

DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign.  The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer.

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Our vision “to be the best provider of local healthcare and to be a great place to work”

Our values:

1) To get the basics right
2) To act with compassion and respect
3) To make a difference
4) To value and develop teamwork
5) To value everyone’s contribution because everyone matters

The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff.

We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis.  If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly.

If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team,   01332 564856, option 1, option 1  or   [email protected]  and we will be happy to provide assistance.

Please note - if we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. 

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you.  Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.