Occupational Therapist
16 hours ago
Job summary
University Hospitals Sussex is a regional teaching hospital across several sites following recent merger of 2 large trusts.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our Band 5 rotational scheme, with a large range of specialist areas forming a comprehensive programme of six monthly rotations. These rotations are based across 3 of our sites in Brighton, Haywards Heath and Newhaven. .
You will work in a Team based structure with senior OT leads, but you will also be an integral part of the speciality MDT working closely with Physiotherapists to provide an integrated approach to rehabilitation and discharge.
We offer awide range of rotations including: Stroke Unit, Neuro-surgery, Sub-acute inpatient Neuro-rehab, Emergency Department and Hospital Rapid Discharge, Medical, Surgical, Respiratory, Dementia, Frailty and Re-ablement in our Community Ward.
Successful applicantsforthis post will be eligible to join the Trust Allied Health Professions(AHP)preceptorshipprogramme. This programmesupportsAHPs over the course of the first year of employment,providinga modelfor learning, self-development and reflective practice through regular multi-disciplinary learning opportunities and peer support
If you are newly qualified and awaiting registration and OT PIN number, we may be able to start you as a Band 4 whilst you are waiting ,to avoid delay with start date.
Main duties of the job
To provide occupational therapy interventions as part of an evidence based, flexible and patient-centred approach, working within a multi-disciplinary team, to meet the health and social care needs of people who are referred to our services.
To perform an occupational therapy role for people referred to the post holder's clinical team with health and social care needs.
To provide supervision and support for relevant junior members of occupational therapy staff in conjunction with senior staff.
To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services within a designated team.
To support the supervision and training for students on practice placement.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you view this document and use it when completing the application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the "job description and main responsibilities" section below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy OR in final year of MSc or BsC in Occupational Therapy HCPC registered or as student in the process of getting registered
Experience
Essential
OT Clinical experience (incl. student placements) in area relating to speciality/post or able to demonstrate acceptable equivalent Experience of Multidisciplinary working and partnership working with other agencies Knowledge of the OT role, relevant OT assessments and interventions in conditions relating to speciality/post. Awareness of the principles of clinical governance and its application
Skills
Essential
Ability to analyse assessment outcomes, identify problems and offer solutions. Ability to reflect and critically appraise own and other's performance. Ability to plan, implement and evaluate OT treatment programmes. Ability to prioritise clinical and non-clinical work.
Desirable
Presentation and training skills
People Management and Development
Essential
Good verbal and written communication Ability to establish and maintain communication on complex, potentially stressful topics in a range of situations, with individuals or groups. Ability to develop effective working and therapeutic relationships and team working.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues-
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