Occupational Therapist in Bishop's Stortford inBishop's Stortford PUBLISHED MON 13 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section

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

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust rUgufBtM

Job description

We are seeking a full time (37.5 hours per week) Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Inpatient Unit Therapy team.

Oxford and Cambridge Wards are a Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust run Community Inpatient Unit, located on the Herts and Essex Hospital site in Bishop's Stortford. It is a 32-bedded unit, which provides assessment and care for patients with a wide variety of long- and short-term conditions. We deliver an effective and efficient service for the local population in an appropriate environment, which is responsive to the changing health/social needs of the local community.

You will be joining a friendly supportive team where professional guidance is readily available. A supervision structure and opportunities for continuous professional development are strongly encouraged.

A weekend working pattern will be required. This will involve working approximately 1 in 5 weekends with days off in lieu during the week.

The post holder will work under direction of the Lead Therapist helping to provide a rehabilitation service on a 1:1 and group therapy basis.They will be an excellent communicator, with the assessment and treatment skills needed for a variety of conditions including orthopaedics, neurology and amputees. Providing excellent clinical reasoning skills and giving expert advice, guidance and information to patients, health and social care professionals, carers and relatives and other non-professionals, to facilitate safe and timely discharges. The post holder will deputise for the Lead Therapist when needed, and will provide supervision for junior staff, therapy support workers and students.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2.

About us
To deliver a complex package of high-quality healthcare including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and advice to patients with various needs including orthopaedics, care of the elderly, neurology. To provide expert advice, guidance and information to health and social care professionals, carers, and relatives. To deputise for the Lead Therapist as necessary.

Please see attached Job Description for further details

Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff, wherever possible, and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.

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Useful skills for an Occupational Therapist: Click to view

To work as an Occupational Therapist (OT) in the UK, you'll need a combination of education, clinical competencies, and interpersonal skills. Here are some key skills and qualifications necessary for the role:

Educational Qualifications

1. Degree in Occupational Therapy: You must have an approved degree in occupational therapy (BSc or MSc). These programs typically include both theoretical and practical components.

2. Registration with HCPC: You need to be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practice in the UK.

Core Skills

1. Clinical Assessment Skills: Ability to perform thorough assessments to understand the client’s needs, abilities, and limitations.

2. Therapeutic Skills: Knowledge of various therapeutic techniques and interventions to assist clients in achieving their goals.

3. Problem-Solving: Ability to develop creative solutions and adapt treatment plans based on clients' progress and feedback.

4. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.

5. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to understand and relate to the struggles of clients, providing supportive and tailored care.

Interpersonal Skills

1. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, physiotherapists, and social workers.

2. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diversity in clients' backgrounds, beliefs, and preferences.

3. Adaptability: Ready to adjust practices and approaches based on different environments and client needs.

Organizational Skills

1. Time Management: Ability to manage caseloads effectively and prioritize tasks to meet client needs.

2. Record Keeping: Competence in maintaining accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring adherence to legal and professional standards.

Continuous Professional Development

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to keep skills and knowledge up to date with the latest practices and regulations in occupational therapy.

Additional Experience

1. Work Experience: Gaining relevant experience during internships or placements is invaluable, as it helps develop practical skills and professionalism in the field.

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