Specialist Complex
1 week ago
Job summary
As a result of a secondment, we are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist with excellent neurological skills and experience to join this established multi-disciplinary team. You will be working alongside and be supported by the existing Band 6 OT who is retaining some hours in addition to a secondment in another team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience of working in complex and progressive neurology as part of a friendly and experienced MDT.
Based primarily at Airedale General Hospital the AIRE (Assessment Intervention Rehabilitation Education) Service The AIRE team is part of our Specialist Rehabilitation Service and consists of a Physiotherapist, Speech and Language Therapists, Nurses and Therapy Assistants, providing intervention and support to patients living in the Aire, Wharfe and Craven localities. The AIRE team have a caseload of people with progressive neurological movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease. They also work with people who have been identified as being at increased risk of falls. The team offer multi-disciplinary assessment and support to patients and their families/carers.
We would also consider applications from people looking for a Band 5 - Band 6 development opportunity.
Fixed term 12 month contract
Previous applicants need not re-apply
Main duties of the job
The objective of the team is to enable people to manage their long-term condition, maximising function and independence for as long as possible. The service works in close partnership with other health, social care and voluntary organisations
This role will also carry a caseload of community patients who have been referred to the Community Rehabilitation Team and require specialist Neuro' OT input. The objective is to ensure a seamless neuro-rehabilitation service delivery across Airedale's outpatient and community pathways
It is essential that you are able to work as part of a team with excellent communication, organisation and planning skills.
About us
We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.
We want to attract staff who embrace our Right Care behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients we want to make these part of our DNA.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Successful applicants will be also be able to demonstrate:
Recent experience working in neurology with sound knowledge and clinical reasoning skills use as part of a multi-disciplinary approach Evidence of recent post-graduate training and development relevant to neurological conditions Experience of multidisciplinary team working Excellent planning and organisational skills Excellent communication and counselling skills including observation, listening and empathy Experience of clinical supervision both as supervisee and supervisorYou will enjoy excellent support networks, peer review/supervision, a commitment to CPD along with the opportunity to work with our friendly and enthusiastic team.
If you have these skills and a passion for providing exemplary rehabilitation we would love to hear from you.
Further information and full details of the role can be found on the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Degree or equivalent pre-registration award in Occupational Therapy State registrations with the Health Care Professions Council Recent post graduate courses relevant to community rehabilitation Completion of course in Professional Practice education
Desirable
Successful completion of a professionally validated specialist courses MSc modules in a relevant area of practice Leadership courses Member of relevant Professional special interest groups/organisations
Experience
Essential
Relevant and recent experience working at band 5 level with service users with a wide range of clinical conditions. Recent and relevant experience working in neurology / progressive conditions Experience of multidisciplinary team working and working collaboratively with other professions and agencies including statutory, private and voluntary sector services Experience of guideline development, implementation and audit Experience of clinical supervision both as supervisee and supervisor Recent experience of student training Experienced in use of IT applications
Desirable
Experience of working at band 6 level Experience of using specialist assessments and treatments for patients with neurological conditions, movement disorders and falls Experience of taking part in or leading on Projects/ service improvements Experience of taking part in or leading an audit or research project
Knowledge
Essential
Knowledge and clinical reasoning skills to support specialist clinical practice in complex and progressive neurology and falls Knowledge of the roles of other professionals and the principles of partnership working Knowledge of relevant clinical standards ( NICE guidelines for Parkinson's Disease, MS and falls) and ability to implement and audit these in the team Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance Knowledge of the principles of student-centred learning and reflective practice Knowledge to promote and support equality and value diversity Knowledge of the NHS constitution and 'Understanding the New NHS'
Desirable
Knowledge of relevant national and local legislation relating to progressive neurology and falls Specialist knowledge and clinical reasoning skills to support specialist clinical practice in complex and progressive neurology
Skills
Essential
Ability to work well within a team Excellent planning and organisational skills Excellent communication and counselling skills including observation, listening and empathy Able to adjust style to suit the situation Highly developed negotiation and problem-solving skills in complex situations Excellent analytical and reflective skills Use of Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment skills Skills to be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines Self-motivated and able to use initiative to develop the service
Desirable
Motivational interviewing skills Audit and critical appraisal skills Ability to facilitate skills in others Able to use specialist assessments for: function, falls, environment and cognition Treatment skills eg. assistive devices,environmental adaptations, fatigue management, pain management, group work, vocational rehab
Other
Essential
Current UK Driving Licence Access to own transport-
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