Job summary JOIN US, and be one of the friendly, supportive & professional 300 Occupational Therapists across The Hillingdon Hospital and Central North West London Trusts. This exciting post bridges both primary and secondary care rotations, which includes a rotation across The Hillingdon Hospital site and Community Paediatric setting. The post holder will gain experience within a wide range of clinical settings, including The Stroke Unit, community paediatrics, neuro rehabilitation, Frailty, Older Adults, Medicine and Surgery, ITU, elective and trauma orthopaedics. Within Hillingdon Hospital, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services are fully integrated, providing an exciting, friendly and supportive environment in which staff are encouraged to develop their full potential. Personal and professional development is a high priority and underpinned by Trust OTs learning and development strategies and OT clinical networks, which supports life-long learning. Our commitment to research, audit and evidence-based practice is possible thru our strong link with local universities. All settings offer undergraduate clinical placements to students from across London and surrounding areas. We recognise thatband5's bring innovative and dynamism to our clinical teams. To harness this we offer clear opportunities for development of clinical and leadership skills. There will be opportunities to supervise staff, be an educator and have access to both internal and external training. Main duties of the job Hillingdon Borough has the best of both world: jump on a train into Central London in 25 minutes, or spend time in our beautiful countryside in and around Hillingdon. Home to Heathrow airport and Brunel University. With a new hospital on the horizon, an exciting future awaits you Your role at Hillingdon Hospital will involve assessing patients' functional abilities and providing appropriate interventions within an acute hospital setting to maximise independence and promote the regaining of functional abilities. We offer undergraduate clinical placement, which you will have the opportunity to be involved in, as well as working with support staff. Our Trust has CARES values that are at the heart of everything we do. This helps to create a culture where staff feel valued and engaged. By creating a positive staff experience staff can thrive and are able to deliver the needs of our patients. Continued Professional Development is provided through preceptorship, regular supervision, in-service training, self-facilitated peer support groups and opportunities for personal development training. The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Trust operates a physical rotation for Band 5 Occupational Therapists. Rotations cover the following specialities: Frailty Children's Integrated Therapies Service (CITS) Acute Medicine & Surgery Orthopaedics Acute & Rehab of Older Adults The Stroke Unit and Neuro rehab About us The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute Hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics. The safety and well-being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities,community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitalsprovide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital. We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed. Date posted 18 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £32,720 to £39,769 a year per annum/incl HCAA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 394-MVCS-6881206DT-A Job locations Hillingdon Hospital Pield Heath Road Uxbridge UB8 3NN Job description Job responsibilities The post holder may work across the Hillingdon and Mount Vernon Hospital sites, as both are part of the same trust or for rotation out to our community partners CNWL. The rotation pathways may be pre-set at appointment, and can be subject to change according to service need. Job Summary To provide effective client centred occupational therapy service to patients who may have complex needs in your current area of rotation in accordance with the College of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct To devise, implement and evaluate individual treatment and intervention To work effectively and efficiently on an individual and team level within a multi-disciplinary team and maintain clear communication networks with staff, patients and carers To build partnerships with and network with colleagues across health, social care and education with voluntary and statutory agencies, and work in partnership with relevant community resources Participate in the inpatient physio and OT weekend working rota (where applicable). This job description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. It will be subject to regular review and amendment as necessary in consultation with the post holder. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder may work across the Hillingdon and Mount Vernon Hospital sites, as both are part of the same trust or for rotation out to our community partners CNWL. The rotation pathways may be pre-set at appointment, and can be subject to change according to service need. Job Summary To provide effective client centred occupational therapy service to patients who may have complex needs in your current area of rotation in accordance with the College of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct To devise, implement and evaluate individual treatment and intervention To work effectively and efficiently on an individual and team level within a multi-disciplinary team and maintain clear communication networks with staff, patients and carers To build partnerships with and network with colleagues across health, social care and education with voluntary and statutory agencies, and work in partnership with relevant community resources Participate in the inpatient physio and OT weekend working rota (where applicable). This job description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. It will be subject to regular review and amendment as necessary in consultation with the post holder. Person Specification Person Spec Essential Diploma, Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy Current HCPC registration Member of BAOT. Knowledge and application of the OT process in rotational settings, with an awareness of relevant models of practice. Documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development Portfolio Evidence of understanding of the consequences on ADL function and wellbeing as a result of short or long term changes in physical or mental health. Demonstrate understanding of the role of OT within the multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of adaptive and other specialist equipment Effective fluent written and oral communication skills in English. Computer Literate Able to plan, deliver and evaluate individual OT programmes. Ability to appropriately manage a clinical caseload; prioritising as required Desirable Additional postgraduate qualification or honours degree. Member of College of OT Specialist Section Voluntary work in a relevant setting Understanding of dynamics and complexities of the NHS environment. Previous experience of being involved with service development initiatives. Wider experience within the NHS. Proficiency in the use of IT applications to support efficient work activity. Person Specification Person Spec Essential Diploma, Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy Current HCPC registration Member of BAOT. Knowledge and application of the OT process in rotational settings, with an awareness of relevant models of practice. Documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development Portfolio Evidence of understanding of the consequences on ADL function and wellbeing as a result of short or long term changes in physical or mental health. Demonstrate understanding of the role of OT within the multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of adaptive and other specialist equipment Effective fluent written and oral communication skills in English. Computer Literate Able to plan, deliver and evaluate individual OT programmes. Ability to appropriately manage a clinical caseload; prioritising as required Desirable Additional postgraduate qualification or honours degree. Member of College of OT Specialist Section Voluntary work in a relevant setting Understanding of dynamics and complexities of the NHS environment. Previous experience of being involved with service development initiatives. Wider experience within the NHS. Proficiency in the use of IT applications to support efficient work activity. 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 The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Hillingdon Hospital Pield Heath Road Uxbridge UB8 3NN Employer's website https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)