About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the in patient therapy team at QEQM! We are looking for a band 6 Occupational Therapist with a passion for working in Trauma and Orthopaedics. This is a permanent post and working part time (32 hours / week)
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team across the Trauma and Orthopaedic wards and will be part of a team consisting of band 7 OTs and Physios, band 6 OTs and Physios, band 5s, 4s and 3s.
We offer vast opportunities for CPD and learning across the Trauma and Orthopaedic Team and also regular supervision. Upon joining us we will support you with your progression (and can also offer a developmental post from a band 5 to a 6) both clinically and with leadership skills.
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Main duties of the job
Assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of holistic therapy intervention for patients on the Trauma and Orthopaedic wards. To be an integral part in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients within Orthopaedics and working closely with the physiotherapists
You will need to be able to work independently and be able to delegate appropriately to band 4 assistant practitioners.
You will contribute to the development of the service and be involved in supporting staff through the appraisal process.
About us
We are a very close team all working together and supporting each other to manage and develop the service.
You will have access to supervision and appraisals to develop your clinical and management skills and opportunities to develop leadership skills through various training programs.
We strive to embed the "we care" values into every day working practice ensuring that everyone who passes through the unit has an individualised program of care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc Occupational Therapist HCPC Registration
Desirable
Member of COT
Governance Essential
Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE and CQC. Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the team lead / service manager.
Clincal Skills & Experience Essential
18 months post graduate experience in relevant clinical area. Proven record of providing high quality intervention for high risk patients. Highly developed clinical skills in relevant area Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organisational skills Excellent time management Up to date therapeutic moving & handling skills Basic IT knowledge Effective and strong team player
Desirable
Clinical Audit
Personal & Professional Attributes Essential
Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures. Ability to organise and manage own work. Ability to cope with change and use initiative. Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice Ability to work under pressure Flexible and adaptable.
Other Requirements Essential
To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values. Able to travel around East Kent, and between Trust hospital sites.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address QEQM Hospital
Ramsgate Road
Margate
CT9 4AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)