About this role
Job summary
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - Band 5
Fixed term (9 months)
Hours: 34 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Stroke and Neurology team. The post holder will work in a dedicated OT team alongside a supportive MDT, to deliver occupational therapy as part of a 7 day service. The role provides an opportunity to work across the stroke pathway; as the OT team covers hyper acute, acute and rehabilitation on the stroke unit.
The team is committed to delivering high standards of care across the whole patient pathway.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking applications from individuals with a passion for providing rehabilitation for people with neurological conditions. You will need to demonstrate time management skills and 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 good interpersonal skills and be committed to team working both within OT and the wider MDT.
Applicants will be supported to develop problem solving and specialist clinical skills essential for meeting the demands of this setting. Regular supervision will be provided and a staff appraisal system is in operation. department.
Please note, Stroke services across Derbyshire are undergoing a review and there will be some changes in service delivery in the future.
About us
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
Job description Job 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.
We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager
The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, youll be able to make a huge difference.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
oDiploma or degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) oH.C.P.C. registered (or pending qualification results).
Experience Essential
oBroad understanding of OT process and frameworks. oBroad understanding of OT role in acute physical setting. oExperience of working in a neurological speciality (placement experience will be accepted)
Desirable
oExperience in acute physical setting oExperience of rehabilitation practice and ethos
Skills and Knowledge Essential
oAbility to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines.
Desirable
oExperience of supervising other staff/students
Personal Attributes Essential
oDemonstrates a specific interest in the post applied for
Demonstrates Trust Values Essential
Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement - Proud to CARE
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Calow
Chesterfield
S44 5BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)