About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our Macmillan Cancer Therapy Team in a static position.
We will consider a development Band 5-6 role for the right candidate.
As a team we cover the Oncology Ward at Dorset County Hospital providing holistic assessment and management to patients with a diagnosis of cancer.
We promote education and service development and use our connections with Bournemouth University, Health Science University College and surrounding Trusts to ensure we are delivering the best care and service to our population.
Main duties of the job
To work as an integral member of the Macmillan Cancer Therapy Team and wider MDT.
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties and to carry a significant caseload of patients as an autonomous practitioner, including those with complex presentations.
To work at an advanced level and be professionally and legally accountable for a specialised patient caseload and decide priorities for own work area, without direct supervision.
In conjunction with the Team Lead and clinical specialists, the post holder participates in a rolling programme of education, clinical evaluation, audit and research, as required, across the speciality.
To promote and demonstrate safe, timely and appropriate assessment, treatment and discharge planning for patients with a cancer diagnosis.
To provide leadership and clinical guidance for junior staff, therapy assistants, students and ward staff.
To take part in weekend working rota.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria
Job description Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training Essential
Diploma or Degree Occupational Therapy Registered as a Occupational Therapist with HCPC Evidence of other relevant and recent CPD/training
Desirable
Undertaken appropriate managerial/leadership training Member of Special Interest Group
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Inpatient experience within the NHS Experience of teaching and supporting junior staff Completed a rotation or had experience of working in Oncology Experience of working with a variety of patient conditions Experience of having carried out or participated in a service development project
Desirable
Minimum of 2 years experience Knowledge of the Macmillan Charity
Skills and Abilities Essential
Ability to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical notes in SOAP format Ability to demonstrate clear depth of clinical reasoning and knowledge of OT assessment and interventions relating to this specialty, commensurate with Band 6 level Ability to work autonomously, prioritising case load effectively To show an understanding of clinical governance and its implication for the Occupational Therapy Service Advanced communication skills and the ability to have difficult and emotive conversations with patients and relatives Ability to contribute to weekend working Good IT skills Car Driver Experience in completing local projects Ability to manage own stress at work in a stressful and unpredictable environment
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 Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)