Job summary

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic Occupational Therapist with specialist knowledge and skills in Acquired Brain Injury.

The postholder will work alongside existing OT staff (Band 7) and the multi-disciplinary team to provide an outstanding service to Brain Injury inpatients and outpatients within Gloucestershire (3.5 days) and provide therapy for the Acquired Brain Injury re-ablement beds at Whittington House (1.5 days).

The post requires excellent communication, specialist clinical skills and experience in training and developing other staff. The post holder must also enjoy embracing the challenges of this complex client group.

The ability to work well as part of a close-knit interdisciplinary team is essential.

Main duties of the job

Deliver therapeutic interventions, acting as a specialist clinician, using the principles of Occupational Therapy in an integrated and client-centred way.

The post holder will link with the Band 7 clinical lead therapist to support the use of resources within budget.

Participate in the supervision, caseload monitoring and clinical education of junior therapists, support workers and undergraduate students.

Assume responsibility for personal development and support in the development and supervision of others by CPD.

Support evaluation and service development in the clinical area in line with national and local drivers.

Be responsible for the organisation of own caseload and appropriately delegate to other staff members.

Communicate with the MDT to aid effective patient care.

Maintain clear, accurate and concise patient records in line with departmental and professional standards including relevant outcome measures.

Support audit and research projects, to further own and team's clinical practice.

Contribute to the Clinical Governance and Quality agenda

Participate in the out of hours service at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and/or Cheltenham General Hospital after appropriate induction and training as required.*

Comply with Trust and Departmental policies and procedures

Communicate effectively with patients and carers potentially complex, sensitive or distressing information.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.