Job summary A rare and exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the new Frailty Team for same day emergency care assessment and discharge alongside the R.E.A.C.T (Rapid Early Assessment and Care Team) team at Stoke Mandeville Hospital The successful candidate will be joining an established Therapy led Assessment and Discharge team which covers the Emergency Department, S.D.E.C (Same Day Emergency Care), A.M.U (Acute Medical Unit) and the Short Stay Ward. The REACT team provides very high quality assessments in order to establish robust and swift rehabilitation and discharge plans for the patients under their care. The team is made up of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, a Nurse and Band 4 Clinical Support Workers and we work transprofessionally for the benefit of the patient. We also work very closely with the Discharge Co-ordinators, Hospital Social Workers, Speech and Language Therapists and Dieticians. This is a very friendly, supportive and dynamic team with regular integrated individual supervision, appraisal, CPD, use of outcome measures and in service training. Main duties of the job To participate within a clinical trans-professional team based in the Frailty unit, A&E Department and short stay wards and contribute to its function. To undertake assessments of patients with complex and diverse presentations taking into account their social needs outside of hospital. To undertake advanced, comprehensive, and where applicable, standardised assessments clinical areas stated. To participate within simple and complex rehabilitation and contribute to its function. To use clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence based practice to determine treatment plan using a wide range of treatment skills and options. To analyse and interpret clinical and non-clinical information to form an accurate plan for a wide range of conditions, with guidance from Therapists within the team and the MDT when appropriate. To use clinical knowledge to formulate problem lists and decide subsequent treatments, goal plans and selection of outcome measures. About us Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us? We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable. Date posted 14 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 434-CR6788624-A Job locations Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Current registration with Health Professions Council Diploma /Degree in Occupational Therapy Evidence of CPD in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio Desirable Specific formal courses appropriate to post speciality Field work/clinical educators course EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of a junior rotational Occupational Therapy post in the NHS Experience of a broad rotational scheme including Acute medicine Knowledge of areas of clinical governance including quality, audit and risk management Experience of managing own caseload and prioritizing Ability to work and interact effectively within an interdisciplinary team and contribute to decision making Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development and reflective practice Knowledge and application of evidence based practice and clinical reasoning Establish and maintain CPD Portfolio Desirable Attendance at post graduate courses in related fields and demonstrates reflective learning Knowledge of areas of influence of psychosocial and cultural factors on health/illness behaviours Experience in supervision of junior staff Participation in audit, research activities and development activities Experience of undertaking Senior (Band 6) role Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process 3 2 3 2 Experience in student clinical supervision SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Able to apply a range and depth of knowledge to the specialist clinical area of post Able to make sound clinical decisions based on knowledge/experience and utilize advanced clinical reasoning skills Able to carry out a range of assessments and procedures in order to make clinical assessments and diagnosis Able to carry out manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling, requiring skillful and strenuous physical effort during the day Awareness of limitations of own professional abilities Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi disciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure records and reports are accurate, legal and in legible manner (in English) Ability to integrate, participate and contribute as an effective member of a team Ability to self direct towards the attainment of clear goals Ability to prioritise tasks and functions against well reasoned standards. Positive response to constructive criticism Ability to plan, manage and organise required tasks within available resources (including time) Use of and/or knowledge of POMR record keeping Knowledge of Current related legislation (H&S, Data P. Act, etc) Commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Understand how to maintain confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients Ability to perform at times of high pressure/demand SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness Able to fulfill the physical demands of the role subject to reasonable adjustment under the terms of the Disciplinary Discrimination Act 1995 Able to be empathetic and handle difficult or emotional situations, using judgement to determine optimal intervention Ability to participate in an emergency Flexible to meet the needs of the service Ability to work at weekends Desirable To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Current registration with Health Professions Council Diploma /Degree in Occupational Therapy Evidence of CPD in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio Desirable Specific formal courses appropriate to post speciality Field work/clinical educators course EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of a junior rotational Occupational Therapy post in the NHS Experience of a broad rotational scheme including Acute medicine Knowledge of areas of clinical governance including quality, audit and risk management Experience of managing own caseload and prioritizing Ability to work and interact effectively within an interdisciplinary team and contribute to decision making Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development and reflective practice Knowledge and application of evidence based practice and clinical reasoning Establish and maintain CPD Portfolio Desirable Attendance at post graduate courses in related fields and demonstrates reflective learning Knowledge of areas of influence of psychosocial and cultural factors on health/illness behaviours Experience in supervision of junior staff Participation in audit, research activities and development activities Experience of undertaking Senior (Band 6) role Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process 3 2 3 2 Experience in student clinical supervision SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Able to apply a range and depth of knowledge to the specialist clinical area of post Able to make sound clinical decisions based on knowledge/experience and utilize advanced clinical reasoning skills Able to carry out a range of assessments and procedures in order to make clinical assessments and diagnosis Able to carry out manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling, requiring skillful and strenuous physical effort during the day Awareness of limitations of own professional abilities Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi disciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure records and reports are accurate, legal and in legible manner (in English) Ability to integrate, participate and contribute as an effective member of a team Ability to self direct towards the attainment of clear goals Ability to prioritise tasks and functions against well reasoned standards. Positive response to constructive criticism Ability to plan, manage and organise required tasks within available resources (including time) Use of and/or knowledge of POMR record keeping Knowledge of Current related legislation (H&S, Data P. Act, etc) Commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Understand how to maintain confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients Ability to perform at times of high pressure/demand SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness Able to fulfill the physical demands of the role subject to reasonable adjustment under the terms of the Disciplinary Discrimination Act 1995 Able to be empathetic and handle difficult or emotional situations, using judgement to determine optimal intervention Ability to participate in an emergency Flexible to meet the needs of the service Ability to work at weekends Desirable To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Address Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Employer's website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)