Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for Occupational Therapists to join the new and transformational One Coventry Integrated Team (OCIT) service. The trust along with Coventry City Council and Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust have designed and developed 3 Local Integrated Teams (LITs) across the city of Coventry which are supported by multi-professional teams offering a holistic and integrated approach to urgent community needs for the residents of Coventry. Local integrated care is one of the Trust's fundamental purposes, as set out in our refreshed strategy for 2022-2030; 'More than a hospital'. The Trust has an ambition to deliver improvements in the health and wellbeing of our local populations through collaboration with partners across the health and social care system. The role of Occupational Therapist is key to the successful delivery of this exciting and transformational service aimed to improve the health and wellbeing of the Coventry population. A Full valid UK driving license is essential for this post, please note an international driving license is not accepted. Main duties of the job To provide specialist Occupational Therapy assessment, treatment and review of patients with a wide variety of conditions including neurological, orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, care of the elderly, respiratory and falls, to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions, contribute to effective admission avoidance and support patients with complex health care needs. This will be for patients predominantly in their place of residence, but will include short term placements and other settings. To provide advice and guidance to others, patients, carers and staff working in health and social care. To support professional development of the staff within One Coventry Integrated Team and other services as appropriate. To support and contribute toward service development and meeting Key Performance Indicators. To participate in 7 day working rotas to ensure delivery of key services. About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. Date posted 07 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 218-AHP-B6-7129240 Job locations Newfield House and Opal Centre Kingfield Rd Coventry CV1 4DW Job description Job responsibilities To be an integral part of One Coventry Integrated Team (OCIT) To effectively manage a caseload of patients as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT), providing specialist and evidence-based assessment and interventions to patients in both a stable and acute phase of their condition, ensuring the physical, psychosocial, behavioural, perceptual, cognitive, sensory and environmental needs of patients, are addressed. Utilising specialist knowledge and clinical reasoning, to plan and provide clinical interventions in consultation with other colleagues in the multidisciplinary team and to work in a range of settings as appropriate (e.g. patients home, short term placement or other community setting) To adopt a patient centred and sensitive approach to therapy, collaborating with patients (and/or carer(s) where appropriate) in all aspects of the therapy process (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, reporting). To utilise individual and/or group work skills as appropriate to achieve agreed therapeutic goals To have a high level of knowledge of a variety of conditions including neurological, orthopaedic, cognitive impairment, care of the elderly, respiratory and falls and specialist knowledge of at least one of these clinical areas To work collaboratively with Social Services and third sector providers to ensure delivery of effective safe care. To complete holistic assessments of patient needs with a focus on enablement, home first and effective utilisation of resources To take a lead for information management to ensure high quality data, which is recorded, evaluated & reported in a timely manner. To work collaboratively with the team leaders and LIT manager to participate in evaluation of the OCIT service and identify opportunities for improvement and service development. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities To be an integral part of One Coventry Integrated Team (OCIT) To effectively manage a caseload of patients as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT), providing specialist and evidence-based assessment and interventions to patients in both a stable and acute phase of their condition, ensuring the physical, psychosocial, behavioural, perceptual, cognitive, sensory and environmental needs of patients, are addressed. Utilising specialist knowledge and clinical reasoning, to plan and provide clinical interventions in consultation with other colleagues in the multidisciplinary team and to work in a range of settings as appropriate (e.g. patients home, short term placement or other community setting) To adopt a patient centred and sensitive approach to therapy, collaborating with patients (and/or carer(s) where appropriate) in all aspects of the therapy process (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, reporting). To utilise individual and/or group work skills as appropriate to achieve agreed therapeutic goals To have a high level of knowledge of a variety of conditions including neurological, orthopaedic, cognitive impairment, care of the elderly, respiratory and falls and specialist knowledge of at least one of these clinical areas To work collaboratively with Social Services and third sector providers to ensure delivery of effective safe care. To complete holistic assessments of patient needs with a focus on enablement, home first and effective utilisation of resources To take a lead for information management to ensure high quality data, which is recorded, evaluated & reported in a timely manner. To work collaboratively with the team leaders and LIT manager to participate in evaluation of the OCIT service and identify opportunities for improvement and service development. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Experience Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Knowledge Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Skills Essential see supporting documents Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential see supporting documents Person Specification Qualifications Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Experience Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Knowledge Essential see supporting documents Desirable see supporting documents Skills Essential see supporting documents Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential see supporting documents 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 University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Address Newfield House and Opal Centre Kingfield Rd Coventry CV1 4DW Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)