University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Hand Therapist (Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist) to join our Therapy Outpatient Hand team at University Hospital Southampton. This is a part-time, 24 hours per week (0.64 wte) opportunity.
We are looking for an inspiring, innovative and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to work as part of a well-established and dynamic multi-disciplinary hand team. This is an exciting opportunity to become a key member of the hand therapy service and manage a varied and complex caseload of patients from trauma, orthopaedics, rheumatology, A&E and major trauma. The post will include covering clinics in MSK and orthopaedic outpatient services.
Job responsibilities
You will work as part of a combined therapy services team delivering patient care across a 7-day service, including weekends and bank holidays, on a roster basis.
This post is part of the wider Therapy services department. You will have many opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge through our in-service training. You will be part of a large department of over 300wte Therapy staff including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy support staff.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
* Master's degree in Occupational or Physiotherapy or equivalent level of experience
* Current HCPC registration
* Significant relevant clinical experience or with the ability to demonstrate significant experience in Occupational or Physiotherapy practice
* Evidence of proven leadership and supervisory skills
* Previous experience within relevant clinical area
* Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Experience of audit, evaluation, or research
* Evidence of implementing change in a clinical environment
Desirable
* Management qualification, or equivalent experience
* Leadership qualification, or experience
* Able to demonstrate sound understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas
* Attendance at post-graduation courses, or conferences, relevant to clinical area
* Experience working in an acute hospital setting
Skills and competencies
Essential
* Communication
* Time management
* Interpersonal skills
* Report Writing
* Presentation skills
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Tremona Rd,
Southampton
SO16 6YD
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