Job summary Occupational Therapist - Band 6 (Inpatient Unit, Teddington Memorial Hospital) Do you want to be part of a thriving team to further advance your career and skill set? Join our dynamic service that is transforming healthcare. Are you: Looking for a fresh challenge? Innovative and enthusiastic? Enjoy working as part of a multi-disciplinary team? If so, our Inpatient Unit needs you. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of an established multi-disciplinary team. You will be an integral part of the team on the unit, where you will use your clinical expertise to manage a caseload of patients and provide support to junior members of the therapy team. You will also work in new and innovative ways with partner organizations, working in partnership with secondary care ensuring that the community beds are used efficiently. Main duties of the job To join our friendly and dynamic team we are looking for a self-motivated, autonomous, proactive practitioner committed to your professional development and that of others. We are looking for practitioners with demonstrable post-registration experience, to bring their skills to our team. You will be based in the inpatient unit at Teddington Memorial Hospital, where you will use your experience and clinical expertise to ensure that the team delivers high quality, holistic patient care. About us Developmentand staff wellbeing Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation. To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities. We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards. Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you. Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year p.a. pro rata inclusive of HCAS (Outer) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 396-NN-6918772-AHP-Z Job locations Teddington Memorial Hospital Hampton Road Teddington TW11 0JL Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification Person Specification Experience Essential 1.Significant experience of carrying out specialist OT assessments and intervention. 2.Documented evidence of appropriate continuing professional development Desirable 1.Experience of working across health and social care boundaries and within multi agency/disciplinary teams.. Qualifications and Education Essential 1.Degree and Professional Occupational Therapy qualification 2.Registered with HPC Desirable 1.Registered with BAOT/COT Skills Essential 1.Excellent communication skills, written and oral. 2.Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively. 3.Ability to manage complex clinical cases 4.Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team 5.Ability to assess risk and to work effectively with colleagues to address them in a timely manner. 6.Ability to explain complex information in a clear and concise manner 7.IT user skills, including Microsoft Office applications and the user of electronic patient records system. Desirable 10.Mentoring and supervision skills. Person Specification Experience Essential 1.Significant experience of carrying out specialist OT assessments and intervention. 2.Documented evidence of appropriate continuing professional development Desirable 1.Experience of working across health and social care boundaries and within multi agency/disciplinary teams.. Qualifications and Education Essential 1.Degree and Professional Occupational Therapy qualification 2.Registered with HPC Desirable 1.Registered with BAOT/COT Skills Essential 1.Excellent communication skills, written and oral. 2.Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively. 3.Ability to manage complex clinical cases 4.Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team 5.Ability to assess risk and to work effectively with colleagues to address them in a timely manner. 6.Ability to explain complex information in a clear and concise manner 7.IT user skills, including Microsoft Office applications and the user of electronic patient records system. Desirable 10.Mentoring and supervision skills. 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 Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address Teddington Memorial Hospital Hampton Road Teddington TW11 0JL Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)