Specialist Occupational Therapist
3 months ago
Job summary
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust are one ofthe largest integrated organisations in
the country providing hospital and community services to apopulation of over 650,000. We are anambitious and innovative organisation with a talentedworkforce of over 7,000 colleagues. Our Vision is to be Right First Time, Every Time and our mission is toprovide safe, compassionate and joined-up
care to the populations of County Durham and Darlington.
We are looking for a dynamic individual to jointhe Intermediate Care and Crisis Therapy Team at Chester le Street CommunityHospital. The team works across the Durham, Chester-le-Street and Derwentsidearea providing therapy into rehabilitation beds within care homes and out intothe community. Along with providing urgent community response therapyintervention to prevent any avoidable hopsital admissions.
The post involvesworking as part of multi-disciplinary team including Occupational Therapists,Physiotherapists, Therapy Assistant Practitioners and Assistants.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the organisation the post holder will:
Complete own individual responsibilities and share teamobjectives
Work as part of dynamic multi disciplinary team
Complete holistic and specialist assessments and createspecialist rehabilitation plans as required for patients in Intermediate Carebeds
Lead or contribute to creating improvement, transformationand innovation of services
Work as part of crisis therapy team to meet nationalguidance of two hour response therapy and urgent response care.
Work flexibly across the service and support otherclinical service needs as required
Lead by action and inspire others acting as role model,demonstrating the leadership behaviours and values identified by CDDFT
Communicate positively and effectively
Actively give and receive feedback in a constructivemanner
Be adaptable, work with integrity and be trustworthy
Show constancy courage and resolve in the pursuit of thevision and aims of CDDFT
Actively contribute to improving the healthand well being of the population that is served
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary £23,200, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post. Pay award Pending
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be required to
To organise and prioritise own workload and to monitor thoseyou clinically supervise within a defined area
To undertake holistic and comprehensive specialistassessments of patients including those with diverse or complexpresentations multi pathologies that change across the caseload
To utilise analytical and clinical reasoning skills andmanual assessment techniques to provide accurate management of the condition these skills may be advanced interpret facts and select the appropriatetreatment and implement rehabilitation programmes
To maintain timely documentation of clinical records andaudit the documentation of supervisees ensuring compliance with standards setdown by the Trust HCPC and relevant professional bodies
To delegate treatment plans to unqualified staff inclusiveof assistants and care support workers
To complete assessments of patients homes such asenvironmental visits and home visits and arrange equipment for safe dischargesfrom Intermediate Care beds as required
Manage crisis intervention within the community to meetnational guidance on two hour responses. To provide holistic assessments,provision of equipment, short term therapy including organising short termsocial care needs as required to reduce hospital admissions
To formally supervise lesser experienced staff, andassistants to whom you allocate clinical and non-clinical tasks ensuring theirinput is within the remit of their role and competencies, and to be responsiblefor the safe use of equipment as used by self, assistants and students
To participate in the clinical governance proceduresincluding the prompt recording and reporting of incidents, equipment defectsand first line management of informal complaints
Appraise and develop clinical activities within the teamthrough monitoring and reviewing both individual and team performance,addressing performance capability issues where necessary
To contribute towards the provision of flexible and timelyservice
To be responsible for your own Continuous ProfessionalDevelopment evidenced by attendance at relevant courses in service andexternal, achievement of appraisal objectives and maintenance of aprofessional portfolio, which includes reflective practice
To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and PersonalDevelopment Plan as both appraiser and appraise
To be an active member of the in service training programme,including attendance and participation in the provision of training to staff;attendance at training sessions in house, external courses, and practicingreflective practice
To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work andcurrent practices through the use of evidence based practice projects, audit,research and outcome measures, either individually or with colleagues, clinicallead or manager
To maintain own registration with the HealthCare Professions Council HCPC and adhere to codes of conduct as set by theHCPC and relevant professional body
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Comprehensive and relevant qualified experience in physical rehabilitation including recent general rehabilitation experience. Experience of collaborative working within multidisciplinary teams Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings
Desirable
Experience in staff appraisal Experienced in working in a variety of settings Experience of working in Intermediate Care and crisis management.
Statutory Registration
Essential
HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
Desirable
Member of BAOT
Special Requirements
Essential
Ability to travel and carry small items of equipment on a daily basis to fulfil the requirements of the post
Desirable
Ability to meet physical demands of the post Commitment, motivation and ability to work flexibly within a multidisciplinary service
Qualifications
Essential
BSc Diploma in Occupational Therapy or equivalent. Evidence of CPD, including attendance at recent post-graduate courses relevant to the clinical fields in the specialism
Desirable
An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing Involvement in specific interest groups
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
In depth and up to date knowledge and skills in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of physical disabilities Understanding of and the ability to manage mental health and psychosocial issues relating to rehabilitation Remain updated with professional practice and new research Understand clinical governance and its implications for services including experiences of quality issues and audit Ability to comprehend and work within the Trusts policies of data protections, equal opportunities and health and safety To meet the differing needs of patients Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities Ability to cope with working in a stressful environment and deal with emotional or aggressive patients and carers Ability to work independently and organise prioritise and delegate workload to meet service demands Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession Able to organise prioritise and delegate Evidence of self-directed learning and critical appraisal skills
Desirable
Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery Presentational skills Competent IT skills ( for electronic record keeping, emails) Evidence of participation in research/audit Clinical supervision of other therapy staff, assistants and students Clinical educator experience. Attendance at a recognised clinical educators course Ability to challenge professional boundaries-
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