About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join our Hand Therapy team. The team is a part of the Integrated Musculoskeletal Service (iMSK), incorporating Orthopaedics, Chronic Pain, Rheumatology and MSK therapy for the population of North West Surrey.
The Hand Therapy team currently delivers a service at Ashford Hospital working closely with support from orthopedic surgeons and Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs), in assessing and managing a range of acquired and traumatic hand and wrist injuries/conditions. These include Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervains, OA/RA, wrist and finger fractures, RSI/Tendonitis, and any post-surgical rehab/complications.
An advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the hand and ability to fabricate static splints for conservative management of a variety of the conditions commonly seen in hand therapy is essential.
The successful candidate will be an innovative therapist with leadership skills and an advocate for specialism. They will work with the existing B7 therapist to support the Clinical Lead for OT & PT MSK in the effective operational management of the hand therapy service.
For more information, please contact Ryan Mackie Clinical Lead MSK Physiotherapy & Hand Therapy via [email protected] or Sarah Joyce, B7 Hand Therapist via [email protected] or 01784 884043.
Main duties of the job
To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes.
To be able to manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional situations in an empathetic manner.
To undertake comprehensive assessments of patients using analytical skills, seeking guidance from senior staff as needed. Devise individualised hand therapy / physiotherapy management and / or treatment plans, using clinical reasoning skills, evaluating the outcomes of your interventions. Then formulate a patient centred treatment care plan.
To be responsible for and actively record your own personal development.
To supervise Band 6/5 occupational therapist, physiotherapist and physiotherapy assistants and to participate in the appraisal scheme as an appraisee.
To monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and others. To be competent with lone working when appropriate with patients remotely and have awareness of when clinical support is required.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.
Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.
We work in partnership with Royal Surrey Hospital NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.
St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.
Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.
Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.
For more information about careers at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
Job description Job responsibilities Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy leading to inclusion on HCPC register
Candidates will have a proven history of providing patient-centred care within occupational therapy / physiotherapy service. It is important for candidates to be able to communicate effectively with all disciplines involved in a patients care both those from within the organisation and those outside to ensure effective multidisciplinary working, while maintaining accurate patient records in line with the The Royal College of Occupational Therapists & Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards and Trust and service standards and policies.
To ensure timely and effective communication with the clinical/therapy leads and senior staff on all professional matters.
There is a need to attend staff meetings and actively participate ensuring understanding of information imparted. Additionally, to engage within the departmental objectives to progress the hand therapy service. To work under the supervision of a clinical specialist physiotherapists to apply clinical skills in assessment, treatment and evaluation in line with the iMSK pathways.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
NHS Hand Therapy Experience
Desirable
Hand Therapy Experience
Knowledge Essential
NHS Hand Therapy Knowledge
Desirable
Hand Therapy Knowledge
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 Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Ashford Hospital
London Rd
ASHFORD
TW15 3AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)