Job summary
Specialist Occupational Therapist, Complex Medicine
Department: Inpatient Therapies
Band 5/6: £29,970 - £44,962 Per annum, pro rata if part time
Band 5-6 development post
Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
The Complex Medical Team is currently seeking to recruit a Band 5 or 6 Occupational Therapist, depending on experience. If appointed as a Band 5 level, the successful candidate will be supported through a development programme designed to follow through into a Band 6 role. The team is welcoming and dedicated to delivering comprehensive assessments and care focusing on supporting the transition from an acute medical ward to home with the appropriate support in place.
Our Inpatient Therapy service is led by two Therapy Leads with the support of Band 7 Team Leaders who are highly experienced in their fields. There are regular Occupational therapy team meetings, a dedicated practice educator for the therapy department, and CPD is actively encouraged.
It is essential that you have current HCPC registration and recognised qualifications as an Occupational Therapist.
Main duties of the job
We offer training and clinical development opportunities with a comprehensive in-service training program and regular clinical supervision. We also provide additional support for staff to attend recognised courses within the area of the post to support staff development.
The Therapy Team is committed to supporting the development of leadership skills at Band 6, encouraging staff to attend relevant courses provided by the Trust.
The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to be flexible and thrive in a fast-paced environment. They will be responsible for day-to-day management of the service delivery and manage a complex caseload with support from their Band 7 team lead. They will gain experience in supervising staff and become a practice placement educator.
Together with the team leaders in our other inpatient specialties, you will support the Occupational Therapy Professional Lead and the Head of Therapies in the strategic and operational planning for the department.
About us
NHS Staff Survey: Best in the country in the Motivation (7.39/10) and Involvement (7.21/10) sub-themes of Staff Engagement.
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital; our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trust's values and behaviours. At MKUH, we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
* Free on-site parking
* Free tea and coffee
* Great flexible working opportunities
* Discounted gym membership
* Lease car scheme
* Generous annual leave and pension scheme
* On-site nursery (chargeable)
* Extensive staff health and well-being programme
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for assessment, treatment planning, and intervention for patients referred to their caseload. They will be required to supervise junior staff, technicians, assistants, and students as appropriate. They will be expected to participate in the development and monitoring of service standards and to assist in the running of the day-to-day service.
The post holder will take a holistic approach in the assessment and treatment of service users/patients, being responsible for the provision of appropriate, high-quality care to a defined caseload which may be of a complex nature, using the appropriate model of care and evidence-based practice.
This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to engage others, with a proactive approach to service development. You will also demonstrate a strong commitment to a person-centred approach in line with the Trust's Values and Behaviours.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
* Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
* Registered with UK Health Care Professions Council
* Evidence of post registration CPD
* Sound therapeutic & clinical knowledge
Desirable
* Member of CSP/RCOT
* Membership of Specialist Interest group(s)
* Fieldwork Education training
Experience
Essential
* Relevant experience in an NHS hospital setting
* Experience of providing support and education to patients and carers
Desirable
* Experience of supervision/mentoring to juniors/students
* Experience of audit and research
Skills
Essential
* Ability to build and develop effective working relationships and motivate staff
* Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes
* IT skills (Microsoft Word, email, and internet)
* Excellent personal organisation and proven time management skills
* Ability to work under pressure and to organise and prioritise own workload accordingly
* Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
* Ability to interpret, analyse, and respond effectively to complex information
* Ability to appreciate the sensitivity and complexity of patient cultures and be able to provide a service appropriate to individual needs
* Experience of undertaking 1:1 sessions and appraisals with juniors, assistants & students.
Desirable
* Experience of using electronic patient records
Personal and people development
Essential
* Be able to reflect and critically appraise own performance and acknowledge own needs and limitations
* Documented evidence of continuing professional development in clinical fields relevant to this post
Desirable
* Ability to critically appraise the performance of junior/unqualified staff and provide feedback and support as required
Communication
Essential
* Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence others
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Inpatient Physiotherapy (Dept)
Milton Keynes Hospital, Eaglestone,
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
Employer's website
https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh
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