Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for experienced band 5 OTs looking to progress their career or an established Band 6 looking for a new role to further develop their skills and knowledge in Colorectal Surgery. The team is forward thinking and is led by an experienced Band 7 Occupational Therapy Team Lead. The post is based on the Planned Care Unit which is a cancer colorectal surgical ward. Our service provides acute inpatient rehabilitation alongside safe and effective discharge planning for patients presenting with surgical colorectal conditions and procedures including input pre- and post-operatively, decreased mobility and functional ability after surgery, exacerbation of long-term conditions, recovery from acute surgical problems further impacted by comorbidities, and deconditioning. You will work closely with an MDT and medical colleagues to plan and provide effective rehabilitation and support discharge planning. Our services are supported by an Integrated Therapy Lead. We are in the process of developing and establishing the rehabilitation services across the acute Surgical team to provide a streamlined patient pathway across our hospital to enable more patients to return home after surgery and reduce the pressure on our community hospitals. The role includes occupational therapy input, and ongoing development, in a colorectal surgery prehabilitation service alongside specialist physiotherapist and specialist dietician. Main duties of the job As a Band 6 OT you will carry a caseload, which will include the completion of initial and standardised OT assessments, formulating client centred goals and treatment plans for each patient on your caseload. We endeavour to support your learning and development formally through a robust appraisal process and regular supervision and through informal teaching and training. You will also develop staff management skills with the opportunity to supervise and develop junior therapy staff, support workers and be part of the teaching / training programme within the wider MDT About us The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation. Date posted 23 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 156-6837053 Job locations Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro TR1 3LJ Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent HCPC registered Desirable Membership of the College of Occupational Therapy Membership of appropriate clinical interest groups, e.g BACPAR Experience Essential Comprehensive experience in an acute hospital setting, including a range of post qualification rotations at Band 5 and Band 6 level Experience of working within a range of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams, including evidence of collaboration with other organizations Experience of working in a team of people including qualified and non qualified staff Experience managing the risks associated with lone working Experience of working with Occupational Therapy students, either as a clinical educator or supporting a clinical educator Desirable Experience working in an NHS setting in the following clinical areas: Surgery, Respiratory, Medical, Trauma and Orthopaedics, and neurology Practical and intellectual skills Essential Up to date clinical skills and specialist level assessment skills well developed communication skills- empathy, compassion, negotiation and motivation Good understanding of roles within the MDT and respect for other professionals within the team Analytical thinker, reflective practitioner with portfolio evidence to support this. Experience of teaching Computer literate Evidence of clinical audit/research activity Desirable Evidence of post graduate education and development Disposition/.adjustment/attitude Essential Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Able to work in highly stressful situations including the ability to manage distressing and highly emotive situations successfully Able to concentrate for long periods, including during patient treatments (for 20 minutes). Able to work with frequent interruptions. Actively participate in, and record, CPD activities and in-service training. Keen to share knowledge and training across all health care professionals Additional circumstances Essential Shows a commitment to working at RCHT Flexible 7 day working Desirable Car driver Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent HCPC registered Desirable Membership of the College of Occupational Therapy Membership of appropriate clinical interest groups, e.g BACPAR Experience Essential Comprehensive experience in an acute hospital setting, including a range of post qualification rotations at Band 5 and Band 6 level Experience of working within a range of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams, including evidence of collaboration with other organizations Experience of working in a team of people including qualified and non qualified staff Experience managing the risks associated with lone working Experience of working with Occupational Therapy students, either as a clinical educator or supporting a clinical educator Desirable Experience working in an NHS setting in the following clinical areas: Surgery, Respiratory, Medical, Trauma and Orthopaedics, and neurology Practical and intellectual skills Essential Up to date clinical skills and specialist level assessment skills well developed communication skills- empathy, compassion, negotiation and motivation Good understanding of roles within the MDT and respect for other professionals within the team Analytical thinker, reflective practitioner with portfolio evidence to support this. Experience of teaching Computer literate Evidence of clinical audit/research activity Desirable Evidence of post graduate education and development Disposition/.adjustment/attitude Essential Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Able to work in highly stressful situations including the ability to manage distressing and highly emotive situations successfully Able to concentrate for long periods, including during patient treatments (for 20 minutes). Able to work with frequent interruptions. Actively participate in, and record, CPD activities and in-service training. Keen to share knowledge and training across all health care professionals Additional circumstances Essential Shows a commitment to working at RCHT Flexible 7 day working Desirable Car driver 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 Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Address Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro TR1 3LJ Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)