Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist

4 weeks ago

Crewe, United Kingdom Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

Band 5 Occupational Therapist- Permanent Full Time Post

We look forward to welcoming an enthusiastic and dynamic band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our Integrated Therapy team within the Therapy Services Dept. You will be supported by the wider team of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, with opportunities to develop your skills in a variety of settings across different clinical areas.

You will be based within the fast paced acute discharge medical team with the focus on improving patient flow through the hospital, reducing length of stay and supporting with complex discharges. You will have the opportunity to develop skills in a variety of clinical areas using skills in problem solving, goal setting and treatment planning. 

You will be provided with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate new skills, knowledge and leadership qualities to progress onto developmental roles across the Therapy Service.

There will be the opportunity to be a part of an inpatient rotation in the following areas Orthopaedics, Medical/Surgical wards, Stroke Rehabilitation and A+E/Frailty Unit.

Helen Sawle DART and REACT Therapy Manager

Main duties of the job

To undertake assessment of patients with a wide range of conditions and to work as autonomous clinicians, under the guidance of Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapists as required, using accurate analytical skills and clinical reasoning to interpret assessment findings, identifying patient problems, setting goals, and providing an appropriate treatment plan and progression.

To work collaboratively with the patient, members of the multidisciplinary team and multiagency team to achieve the best possible outcome for the patient. 

To maintain own CPD through maintaining professional development and taking forward opportunities as the arise.

To be aware of and work along side local support services to help with discharge planning.

Working for our organisation

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1 and became a Foundation Trust in April 8.
We employ almost 5, members of staff, provide around hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.
The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.
During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its ‘Be Safe Be EquiPPEd’ campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.
The results in the 0 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with % of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To work autonomously to manage a defined patient caseload whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team, referring to a senior clinician who is available on a daily basis as required.

To contribute to the delivery of the service in a variety of defined clinical settings, which may include in-patient wards and the patient’s home.

To utilise effective communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively, taking into consideration the needs of carers.

To maintain professional practice within the context of the Health & Care Professions Council. This includes standards of proficiency, conduct and performance, ethics and continuing professional development.

To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to decisions with regard to patient care programmes through attendance at ward rounds, case conferences and other multidisciplinary meetings.

To maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with professional standards, and local policies and procedures.

To provide accurate and timely information and reports to referring agents and other agencies where appropriate.

To maintain competency to practice through CPD activities, producing a personal portfolio which reflects professional development.

To record and submit clinical activity data as required by the Trust in an accurate and timely manner.

To contribute innovate ideas to enable the development and implementation of service improvements.

To contribute to the supervision, education and assessment of the performance of students, providing timely verbal and written feedback as required.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Degree or equivalent in Occuaptional Therapy Training, due to complete degree course

Experience

Essential criteria

Broad experience of placements

Skills

Essential criteria

Communication

Registration

Essential criteria

Has or applying for HCPC registration

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Key Messages

• Please let us know if you require an adjustment to our recruitment process.

• We are a flexible working employer, so please talk to us about any flexible working requirements.

• All correspondence will be sent to the email address you have registered as your TRAC account.

• Recruitment is based on the Trust's values and behaviours and the criteria outlined in the Job Description for the role.

• Secondments will be considered for fixed term positions when both parties agree. Candidates should seek approval from their current line manager before application.

• Appointments are subject to a 6 month probationary period.

• LED Doctors are subject to a 3 month probationary period.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 4 (Exceptions) Order 5 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 0 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

Further details / informal visits contact

NameHelen SawleJob titleREACT and DART Services Therapy Team ManagerEmail addresshelen.sawle@mcht.nhs.ukTelephone numberAdditional information

Susan Ball

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