Job summary
- Main area
- Occupational Therapy
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 166-DCSC-6343430
- Employer
- Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Chesterfield Royal Hospital
- Town
- Chesterfield
- Salary
- £35,392 - £42,618 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 07/07/2024 23:59
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Senior Occupational Therapist - Stroke/Neuro
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
DIAGNOSTICS, CLINICAL SUPPORT AND CANCER SERVICES DIVISION
SENIOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - STROKE/NEUROLOGY
Band 6 - £35,392-£42,618 per annum
Permanent - 37.5 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Stroke and Neurology OT service as a Band 6.
The successful applicant will work in a dedicated OT team, alongside a supportive MDT, to deliver Occupational Therapy as part of a 7-day service. Predominantly based on a combined Stroke Unit, the team treat patients in the hyper-acute, acute and rehabilitation stages of their Stroke admission. The team also provide an Early Supported Discharge service which provides outreach therapy services from the Stroke Unit, enabling patients to continue therapy with staff at home following discharge. The team is committed to delivering high standards of care across the whole patient pathway in line with National Clinical Guidelines for Stroke. As well as providing care for Stroke patients, the team also treat patients with other Neurological conditions within the Trust.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking applications from individuals with a passion for providing rehabilitation for people with Neurological conditions. Time management skills are essential; as well as the ability to be flexible to be able to manage a mixed acute and rehab caseload in a busy setting. Excellent communication skills will be key, as you will be working with patients and their families in stressful and complex situations. The successful candidate will also demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to team working both within OT and the wider MDT.
Working for our organisation
The Trust is committed to supporting and developing staff through the appraisal and supervision process. Band 6 staff have individual supervision and peer support as well as access to training and competency packages.
We are commissioned to provide a seven-day service, so flexibility to work weekends will be required.
Visits to the department are welcomed.
Working for our organisation
As a trust we offer
· onsite parking,
· wellbeing hub
o counselling,
o onsite exercise classes,
o the royal mile (one mile circuit around the hospital grounds),
· a number of refreshment outlets,
· onsite post office
· cash machines,
· fruit and vegetable stall that visits throughout the week
· outdoor seating areas to facilitate staff breaks.
As a department we offer:
- apprenticeship schemes,
- departmental emotional support,
- regular catch ups with head of department
- regular supervision
- yearly appraisal
- in-service training programmes
- formal and informal support
- wellbeing champion
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the Job description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions.
The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, you’ll be able to make a huge difference.
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- Qualification in Occupational Therapy at degree level.
- Relevant post-graduate training.
- HCPC registered
- Evidence of recent CPD specific to speciality
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant post graduate experience of working in the Neurology specialty
- Understanding of complex discharge issues and the needs of carers
- Specific skills relating to the post including knowledge of neurological conditions and their management
Desirable criteria
- Both community and acute experience in the field of Neurology
Skills & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- High levels of clinical knowledge within the Neurology OT specialism
- Experience of developing and supervising staff
- Experience of supervising undergraduate occupational therapy students
Desirable criteria
- First line management course
Applicant requirements
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rebecca Sheldon
- Job title
- Head of Occupational Therapy
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01246 512648
- Additional information
For further information, an informal discussion, or to arrange a visit, please contact Rebecca Sheldon Head of Occupational Therapy (01246 512648).
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