About this role
Job summary
This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.
This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Stroke and Neurology Occupational Therapy service at Treliske Hospital, in a new role supporting our Therapy Team on Tintagel ward, which specialises in the care of Neurology, Eldercare and Medical patients. You will work alongside our Neurology OT and OT Technician, together with the MDT, to deliver rehabilitation and discharge planning for this co-hort of patients.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high standard of Occupational Therapy to patients admitted to Tintagel ward.
To provide Specialist assessment, treatment and goal setting with these patients. Some patients may have complex and or chronic presentations. To determine clinical diagnosis and Occupational Therapy treatment indicated.
To maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.
To develop highly specialist skills under the guidance of the Senior staff.
To attend clinical level discussions/meetings related to your area of work as delegated by the Clinical team Lead.
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with
visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.
It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.
Website: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hospitals-nhs-trust-clinical-school
https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037
Job description Job responsibilities
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We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Knowledge Essential
Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy Evidence of recent learning and education in subjects relevant to area of practice. Training in wheelchair assessment/prescription. Student placement educators training.
Desirable
Membership of relevant professional body Member of relevant Special Interest Group Bobath or other theory in therapeutic treatment of motor- neuron dysfunction
Experience Essential
Comprehensive experience post-qualification Eg rotations in acute neurology/ stroke, eldercare, medicine. Experience of delivering early rehab to acute patients. Experience of working with palliative patients. Experience of working with people whose behaviours challenge service delivery. Experience of MDT working. Experience in the education of Occupational Therapy students on clinical placement and supervision of junior/support staff. Experience of working under pressure Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. Evidence of good communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable
Previous Band 6 experience or equivalent levels of responsibility Experience of splinting, collars, helmets and bracing. Experience of postural management. Understanding relevant pathways and policies for neurological patients and eldercare patients within RCHT and community services
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 Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address Treliske Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)