We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Occupational Therapist to join our established and friendly integrated Norwich Community Therapy Team. If you have a positive can-do attitude that reflects the Trust values of compassion, creativity, and community, we would love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
The role requires a flexible individual who is able to work independently to ensure the delivery of a quality service. You will work with the Norwich team and carry a varied caseload including neurology, falls, orthopaedic, MSK, long-term conditions, palliative care, and supporting with triage. There will be priority patients who will require urgent input in order to support them at home and prevent a hospital admission.
About us
You must be self-motivated, able to demonstrate sound clinical reasoning skills, and have good communication skills. Applicants should have a positive, enthusiastic approach to working in a community setting. The service offers a commitment to ongoing personal development and offers a supportive, friendly network of colleagues. You will receive support and development through in-service training, regular appraisals, a personal development plan, and clinical supervision.
Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.
Job responsibilities
1. Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments of patients including those with a complex presentation, using investigative, analytical, and clinical reasoning skills, and formulate a graded treatment plan.
2. Formulate and execute individualised occupational therapy treatment plans of patients including those with complex presentation, in collaboration with the integrated team, other agencies, and the patient, utilising a wide range of treatment skills.
3. Provide assessment of functional ability and safety of patients in the community, to identify care, equipment, adaptation, and therapy needs.
4. Assess & plan treatment including teaching patients to utilise techniques & equipment to maximise their functional ability.
5. Be aware of Assistive Technology and make referrals for this as required.
6. Assess patients' holistic needs, communicating complex and sensitive information to patients and carers regarding their assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan.
7. Communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation and treatment potential, and to aid motivation and understanding throughout the treatment process.
8. Adjust explanations to gain understanding, consent, and concordance where there are barriers to understanding.
9. Use tact and persuasive skills to gain the patient's cooperation in their treatment plan.
10. Liaise with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied healthcare professionals, and the voluntary sector to ensure identified needs are met and care is coordinated appropriately.
11. Participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g., Gold Standard Framework.
12. Ensure workload for self and others is planned and prioritised according to service targets and needs.
13. Complete patient-held records for each visit, and ensure SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.
14. Plan and organise specialist services within the integrated team.
15. Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when using specialist equipment and fine tools, manual and mobilising skills.
16. Order equipment and supplies via electronic ordering systems for use within the team.
17. Be aware of budget and ensure all effort is made to work within this.
18. Ensure informed consent is obtained prior to initiating interventions.
19. Be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.
Person Specification
Essential
* Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
* Kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
* Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
* Manoeuvre patients using handling aids
* Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language
* Be reliable
* Professional appearance
Qualifications
Essential
* Diploma or 1st level degree in Occupational Therapy
* Current HCPC registration
* Clinical educators course
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of working at a relevant level
* Evidence of good observational and reporting skills
* Ability to concentrate when undertaking patient care & inputting data/patient records
* Ability to work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
* Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills
* Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
* Experience in complex moving and handling
* Experience of remote triaging
* Experience of admission avoidance
Skills, Knowledge and Ability
Essential
* Knowledge of additional specialist areas e.g., seating, manual handling through in-house training & short courses
* Highly motivated
* Good communication skills
Communication
Essential
* Evidence of ability to demonstrate tact & diplomacy
* Evidence of ability to demonstrate empathy & sensitivity
* Ability to use own initiative
Personal and people development
Essential
* Ability to manage stressful situations
* Evidence of being a team player
Personal attributes and behaviours
Essential
* To understand the importance of safeguarding of vulnerable adults, young people, and children
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
Norwich Community Hospital
Bowthorpe Road
Norwich
NR2 3TU
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