Job summary To perform assessment and treatment for in and out patients in Hand Therapy and Rheumatology with complex needs anddemonstrate highly developed assessment and therapeutic skills necessary for the treatment of patients, e.g. splinting, hand therapy skills, complex hand and general functional assessments. To provide advice, guidance and information to health and social care professionals, carers and relatives and other non professionals. To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. To participate in continuing professional and service development, and contribute to organisational objectives. To treat inpatients and outpatients Main duties of the job To participate within the Hand therapy and Rheumatology clinical and interdisciplinary teams and contribute to their function. To undertake assessments of patients with complex and diverse presentations. To communicate patient related information effectively and efficiently to patients, relevant team members, relatives, and other relevant service providers; through written documentation and verbal communication, in line with professional, legal, departmental and Trust requirements. To supervise undergraduate students as allocated by the coordinator and to regularly liaise with the academic institutions 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 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 434-CR6692783 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 Desirable BAOT Membership BAHT Level 1 qualification Membership of professional special interest group Field work/clinical educators course Specific formal course appropriate to post specialty and demonstrate reflective learning EXPERIENCE Essential Relevant post registration working experience, eg: hand therapy, plastics, rheumatology, burns Able to demonstrate thermoplastic splinting skills to a good standard Knowledge of hand anatomy and assessment skills Knowledge of O.T intervention for patients with hand and rheumatology conditions Experience of managing own caseload and prioritising 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 Knowledge of areas of clinical governance including quality, audit and risk management Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process Desirable Scar management experience Ability to undertake ultrasound Experience of a broad rotational scheme Knowledge of areas of influence of psychosocial and cultural factors on health/illness behaviours Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process Experience of undertaking a band 6 post SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Able to apply a range and depth of knowledge to the specialist clinical area Able to make sound clinical decisions based on Hand therapy & Rheumatology Able to carry out a range of hand assessments and procedure in order to make clinical assessments and judgments 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 Ability to plan, manage and organise required tasks within available resources (including time) 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 Desirable Use of and/or knowledge of POMR record keeping Able to carry out manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling requiring skillful and strenuous physical effort during the day SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness Fitness and endurance to work in the physical environment of the clinical area Able to handle difficult or emotional situations, using judgment to determine optimal intervention Flexible to meet the needs of the service Ability to work weekends Desirable To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions Ability to travel independently to other sites Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Current registration with Health Professions Council Diploma /Degree in Occupational Therapy Desirable BAOT Membership BAHT Level 1 qualification Membership of professional special interest group Field work/clinical educators course Specific formal course appropriate to post specialty and demonstrate reflective learning EXPERIENCE Essential Relevant post registration working experience, eg: hand therapy, plastics, rheumatology, burns Able to demonstrate thermoplastic splinting skills to a good standard Knowledge of hand anatomy and assessment skills Knowledge of O.T intervention for patients with hand and rheumatology conditions Experience of managing own caseload and prioritising 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 Knowledge of areas of clinical governance including quality, audit and risk management Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process Desirable Scar management experience Ability to undertake ultrasound Experience of a broad rotational scheme Knowledge of areas of influence of psychosocial and cultural factors on health/illness behaviours Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process Experience of undertaking a band 6 post SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Able to apply a range and depth of knowledge to the specialist clinical area Able to make sound clinical decisions based on Hand therapy & Rheumatology Able to carry out a range of hand assessments and procedure in order to make clinical assessments and judgments 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 Ability to plan, manage and organise required tasks within available resources (including time) 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 Desirable Use of and/or knowledge of POMR record keeping Able to carry out manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling requiring skillful and strenuous physical effort during the day SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness Fitness and endurance to work in the physical environment of the clinical area Able to handle difficult or emotional situations, using judgment to determine optimal intervention Flexible to meet the needs of the service Ability to work weekends Desirable To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions Ability to travel independently to other sites 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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)