About this role
Job summary
To provide an Occupational Therapy Service for Acute Inpatients at Princess Alexandra Hospital. Take responsibility for a specified caseload undertaking assessment, treatment, and evaluation of patients referred to the service To work as part of a Multi-disciplinary/Agency team Work as an autonomous professional according to College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and the Health Professions Council Regulations Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development and contribute to the development of in-service training
Main duties of the job
Work under the indirect supervision of the senior occupational therapist and carry out clinical and administrative duties. Normal duties are based on the hospital wards and assessment of the patients home as required
About us
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.
Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Manage an agreed clinical caseload within a multidisciplinary/agency framework.
- Undertake assessment using clinical reasoning to select from a range of standardised and non-standardised tools/techniques. Establish problem list and goals relevant to the acute setting
- Select appropriate treatment techniques from within current scope of practice referring to evidence base. This includes a full range of rehabilitative, developmental and compensatory techniques.
- Implement the appropriate Occupational Therapy intervention ensuring planned outcomes are achieved to enable the individual to achieve his/her optimum level of independence
- Provide support and education to patients and carers regarding all aspects of Occupational Therapy
- Plan, organise and undertake access/home visits
- Plan and prioritise own workload and delegate tasks where appropriate to ensure effective use of time and personal management.
- Plan and prepare for clinical intervention – individual and group activities as appropriate. To be able to accurately document relevant information from treatment sessions, apply clinical reasoning, and adjust treatment / discharge plan as appropriate
- Facilitate the safe transfer of people and equipment using approved moving and handling techniques
- Maintain and be accountable for Occupational Therapy equipment and materials
- Fit, adjust and safely use a range of equipment and tools for a variety of therapeutic activities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered as Occupational therapist
- Grad. Diploma and / or degree in Occupational therapy
Experience
Essential
- Good understanding of a wide range of medical conditions
- Wide range of clinical placements and experiences during training
- Inpatient, and community setting experience as a student
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.
Employer details
Employer name
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Princess Alexandra Hospital
Harlow
Essex
CM20 1QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)