Job summary We are recruiting to our popular and varied band 5 Occupational Therapy Rotation - This is a permanent position, but may also have some fixed term roles. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience and develop skills and knowledge, in a supportive environment. The rotation gives experience of work in the following clinical specialities, Rotations cover our 3 hospital sites (Pinderfields, Pontefract and Dewsbury) and community settings. This post will give opportunity to gain experience in the following areas. Trauma / Orthopaedics / Amputees Elderly complex care Respiratory Surgery Intermediate care MY Therapy Team Spinal injuries A & E / acute assessment and frailty Hand Therapy Neurology Burns Children's Therapy The services cover 7 days, a flexible approach is required to meet the challenges in each clinical speciality where you would be assigned to an experienced clinical practitioner for regular supervision and support as well as working within experienced and well-established teams. We offer preceptorship support throughout your first year of practice. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you are interested and want more information. Please contact Abby Daykin on 01924512234 or email via abbegail.daykinnhs.net to discuss or request further detail. Main duties of the job To undertake Occupational Therapy assessments for a designated acute caseload. To understand and apply the Occupational Therapy process in order to effectively self-manage a designated caseload within a rotational area, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the patient in components of self-care, productivity and leisure. To be responsible for the organisation, implementation, and evaluation of assessments to facilitate safe and timely discharge of individuals. To develop skills and knowledge through participation in the diverse rotational scheme, working within inpatients, outpatients and community settings. About us We provide care and support to over a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce. We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care. We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the LGBTQ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable guidance and feedback from those with lived experience. We have a clear vision and you could be part of this If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you. Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9377-ATS0025 Job locations Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 4DG Job description Job responsibilities 2. Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties/Patient Contact To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own practice including the management of individuals in your care. To understand and apply the Occupational Therapy process in order to effectively self manage a designated caseload within a rotational area, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the patient in components of self care, productivity and leisure. To know the professional and personal scope of own practice and make referrals to other agencies. To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the key concepts of biological, physical, social, psychological and clinical sciences in relation to occupational performance relevant to the rotation placement. To utilise a range of standard and non-standard Occupational Therapy assessments and techniques in areas of occupational performance (work, leisure, personal, domestic, environment) and skill deficits. To be able to use research, clinical reasoning and problem solving skills including activity analysis to identify the therapeutic benefit of client centered interventions and make professional judgements and implement evidence based practice. To be able to formulate and implement specific and appropriate management plans with individuals including the setting of time scales. To plan facilitate and implement a range of group interventions according to patient need. To analyse and evaluate the Occupational Therapy process and adapt intervention as appropriate. To be responsible for the assessment and prescription of minor adaptations and equipment to facilitate independence. To undertake visits and/or assessments in a variety of settings as required by the need of the rotation placement, including the ward, department, home or other community environments. Using knowledge, carry out a variety of physical interventions that require physical and manual dexterity. Job description Job responsibilities 2. Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties/Patient Contact To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own practice including the management of individuals in your care. To understand and apply the Occupational Therapy process in order to effectively self manage a designated caseload within a rotational area, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the patient in components of self care, productivity and leisure. To know the professional and personal scope of own practice and make referrals to other agencies. To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the key concepts of biological, physical, social, psychological and clinical sciences in relation to occupational performance relevant to the rotation placement. To utilise a range of standard and non-standard Occupational Therapy assessments and techniques in areas of occupational performance (work, leisure, personal, domestic, environment) and skill deficits. To be able to use research, clinical reasoning and problem solving skills including activity analysis to identify the therapeutic benefit of client centered interventions and make professional judgements and implement evidence based practice. To be able to formulate and implement specific and appropriate management plans with individuals including the setting of time scales. To plan facilitate and implement a range of group interventions according to patient need. To analyse and evaluate the Occupational Therapy process and adapt intervention as appropriate. To be responsible for the assessment and prescription of minor adaptations and equipment to facilitate independence. To undertake visits and/or assessments in a variety of settings as required by the need of the rotation placement, including the ward, department, home or other community environments. Using knowledge, carry out a variety of physical interventions that require physical and manual dexterity. Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of professional practice with a range of conditions in a variety of clinical settings Work experience within NHS setting Knowledge of the impact of disability and its effect on lifestyle. Desirable Previous experience of working within a healthcare / NHS setting Previous experience of working within an acute physical setting Previous experience of working in a community setting Skills and abilities Essential Able to communicate clear and concise information both verbally and in writing. Computer literacy Be able to use appropriate assessment techniques. Planning and coordination of treatment packages Be able to analyse and evaluate the information collected and formulate appropriate recommendations. To reflect and critically appraise own performance Demonstrate clinical reasoning skills Knowledge & Awareness Essential Broad knowledge of current best practice in OT Ability to use reflective practice for personal development Application of OT process Demonstrate an understanding of core skills within OT Adhere to professional code of conduct Understanding of current practice and legislation affecting OT Awareness of own limitations. Desirable Evidence of post graduate learning/experience Qualifications Essential Occupational Therapy Degree HCPC registration Desirable Member of BAOT Other Essential Ability to travel within a community setting Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of professional practice with a range of conditions in a variety of clinical settings Work experience within NHS setting Knowledge of the impact of disability and its effect on lifestyle. Desirable Previous experience of working within a healthcare / NHS setting Previous experience of working within an acute physical setting Previous experience of working in a community setting Skills and abilities Essential Able to communicate clear and concise information both verbally and in writing. Computer literacy Be able to use appropriate assessment techniques. Planning and coordination of treatment packages Be able to analyse and evaluate the information collected and formulate appropriate recommendations. To reflect and critically appraise own performance Demonstrate clinical reasoning skills Knowledge & Awareness Essential Broad knowledge of current best practice in OT Ability to use reflective practice for personal development Application of OT process Demonstrate an understanding of core skills within OT Adhere to professional code of conduct Understanding of current practice and legislation affecting OT Awareness of own limitations. Desirable Evidence of post graduate learning/experience Qualifications Essential Occupational Therapy Degree HCPC registration Desirable Member of BAOT Other Essential Ability to travel within a community setting 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 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 The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Address Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 4DG Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)