Senior Occupational Therapist - £1500 New Starter Premium inEast Grinstead inEast Grinstead PUBLISHED FRI 1 NOV 2024

Band 6: £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

CANCER CASELOAD MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust rpZ1vj1A

Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist for their dynamic therapy team in East Grinstead, offering a £1500 New Starter Premium for new hires. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical skills, a proactive attitude, and a passion for delivering high standards of patient care. This role involves assessing and treating a diverse caseload of patients with burns, plastics, and head and neck conditions, both in inpatient and outpatient settings. The position requires active participation in multidisciplinary meetings, in-service training, and collaboration with the discharge coordinator team to ensure safe patient discharges.

Successful candidates will benefit from professional development opportunities, including involvement in clinical audit and research, access to continuous professional development activities, and support from experienced colleagues within a cohesive team of therapists and rehabilitation assistants. While prior experience in relevant specialisms is desirable, comprehensive training will be provided to candidates who demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the role.

Please note: **Past experience in one of the main specialisms is desirable but not essential as full training and support will be given to the right candidate.**

We have an opportunity for you, an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist with strong interest in working as one of our therapist within a welcoming and dynamic therapy team at QVH.

This position has become available due to an internal promotion.

If you are successfully appointed to this role you will be eligible for a two stage New Starter Premium of £1500 in total. You will receive £500 on the 6 month anniversary of your start date and another £1000 on the one year anniversary of your start date.

Bank staff and returners to the Trust within 12 months are not eligible for the New Starter Premium.

You must have excellent clinical skills, be proactive and self-motivated, but most importantly have a passion for maintaining high standards of care for our patients.

You will assess and treat a joint caseload of burns, plastics (Surgical patients such as: Amputee's, skin cancers, eye ) and head and neck patients both as inpatients on our critical care unit, high dependency unit and three wards and as outpatients in order to maximise patient recovery and function. You will attend daily handover meetings, weekly in-service training and regular MDT meetings. You will work closely with our discharge coordinator team to facilitate safe and timely discharges for our inpatients.

The Burns, Plastics and Head and Neck OT/PT team at QVH consists of 10 individuals, 7 therapists and 3 rehabilitation assistants with extended skills in pressure garment fabrication.

We can offer the opportunity:

To work in a department with strong professional leadership, effective peer facilitation and career development
To be involved in clinical audit, research activities and innovative practice
To work with a wide variety of patients within a shared caseload
For excellent CPD activities - In-service training, doctors teaching, library support, regular supervision, funding to attend courses and conferences as well as extra 1:1 support when first starting the role
To work within an effective, supportive and cohesive multi-disciplinary team

About us
To provide a high standard Occupational Therapy service to a specialist caseload of complex burns, plastics and head and neck patients. This may include conservatively and surgically treated paediatric/adult patients. Interventions may occur in the Occupational Therapy department, Wards, Theatres, CCU and Outpatient Clinics.

To provide comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments and treatments to patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions. To gain consent to develop and deliver individualised treatment programmes.

To participate in the therapy team training and audit programme.

To deliver patient centred rehabilitation within the multi-disciplinary team maximising patient recovery and function.

To assess functional issues to enable the safe discharge of complex patients.

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To work as a Senior Occupational Therapist in the UK, you'll need a combination of educational qualifications, clinical skills, and soft skills. Here’s a breakdown of the essential skills and qualifications:

Educational Qualifications

1. Degree in Occupational Therapy: A recognized qualification, such as a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.

2. HCPC Registration: You must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practice as an occupational therapist in the UK.

Clinical Skills

1. Advanced Assessment Skills: Ability to perform comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs, strengths, and challenges.

2. Intervention Planning: Skills in developing and implementing personalized intervention plans to support individuals in achieving their goals.

3. Rehabilitation Techniques: Proficiency in various rehabilitation methods, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive techniques, and assistive technology.

4. Knowledge of Conditions: Strong understanding of physical, mental, and developmental health issues, as well as age-related conditions.

5. Team Collaboration: Experience working in multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support for clients.

Professional Skills

1. Case Management: Skills in managing a caseload effectively, ensuring appropriate and timely interventions.

2. Supervisory Skills: Ability to mentor and supervise junior therapists and support staff, providing guidance and support in clinical practice.

3. Research and Evidence-Based Practice: Understanding of current research and best practices in occupational therapy to inform clinical decisions.

Soft Skills

1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively interact with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to understand and relate to clients’ experiences and needs, fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship.

3. Problem-Solving Abilities: Critical thinking and adaptability to address complex patient needs and develop creative solutions.

4. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage a sizable caseload, and meet deadlines efficiently.

Additional Skills

1. Cultural Competency: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and cultures to provide inclusive care.

2. Continuing Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development to stay updated with the latest practices and standards in occupational therapy.

Qualifications for Senior Roles

- Experience: Significant experience in the field, typically at least 3-5 years post-qualification, with experience in specific areas of occupational therapy.

- Specialization: Additional training or certifications in specialized areas of occupational therapy (e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, etc.) can be advantageous.

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