About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an advanced highly skilled hand therapist (Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist) to join the Plastic Surgery Team at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS trust in an Extended Scope Band 8a position.
The majority of the clinical caseload is post-trauma surgery. As a major trauma centre for the southwest we treat a variety of post op patients e.g tendon repairs to digit replantation's and large hand/arm reconstructions.
You will bring your knowledge as an experienced hand therapist to apply your skills in wound care, mobilisation and splinting to achieve the best outcome for patients post-trauma surgery.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
You will be involved in monthly Adult and Paediatric MDT scar clinics advising on scar management including massage, silicone therapy and the provision of off-the shelf and made to measure pressure garments.
The ESPcaseload is currentlypost opelectivehand surgerypatients for example CTD anddupuytrens. The clinics run twice a week alongside a hand specialist plastic surgeon. There is an opportunity to develop this role with potential to expand caseload or transfer to ESP role in trauma clinic
This post is 22.5 hours per week over 3 days. We require the post holder to work Tuesday and Friday 9:00-17:00 with the remaining day being negotiable.
We will consider a developmental Band 7 to Band 8a post depending on skills and experience.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be involved in monthly Adult and Paediatric MDT scar clinics advising on scar management including massage, silicone therapy and the provision of off-the shelf and made to measure pressure garments.
The ESPcaseload is currentlypost opelectivehand surgerypatients for example CTD anddupuytrens. The clinics run twice a week alongside a hand specialist plastic surgeon. There is an opportunity to develop this role with potential to expand caseload or transfer to ESP role in trauma clinic
This post is 22.5 hours per week over 3 days. We require the post holder to work Tuesday and Friday 9:00-17:00 with the remaining day being negotiable.
We will consider a developmental Band 7 to Band 8a post depending on skills and experience.
Person Specification
Knowledge and experience Essential
Extensive demonstrable post graduate experience of skill within Burns & Plastics condition Demonstrable experience at a senior level within field of MSK outpatient care, with broad / complex caseload Proven evidence of leadership and team working abilities Demonstrable experience of appraising and supervising junior staff / students Demonstrable experience of teaching Proven evidence of CPD and relevant postgraduate training and integrating EBP into current practice Demonstrable experience of delivering therapy provision within a large clinical setting Proven evidence of leading Audit
Desirable
Proven evidence of involvement with research. Ability to apply research to practice Proven evidence of specific Burns / plastics, hand or tendon courses
Qualifications Essential
Degree or equivalent with evidence of Master's level study, Master's degree or working towards one HCPC registration Computer Literate Ability to maintain own professional development and encourage others to do likewise
Desirable
Aligned M.Sc Healthcare Leadership qualification Service improvement qualification
APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential
Able to deal with a broad range of personalities, demonstrable experience of dealing with HR issues Professional manner Works in line with large clinical setting core values Legible and concise handwriting Clear and concise communication Ability to prioritise workload
Desirable
Membership or honorary office with professional or special interest groups
DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION Essential
Able to use initiative to generate respect Innovative Willing to take and give constructive criticism Able to positively influence others and own professions effectively
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.
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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 University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address Plymouth University Hospital
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, Derriford Hospital
PLYMOUTH
PL6 8DH
Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)