Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Rheumatology Team in Swansea Bay UHB, managing long term conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, ME and Chronic fatigue Syndrome. The post will allow the successful applicant to provide specialist assessments, goal directed intervention and rehabilitation to patients utilising a wide range of self-management techniques, remote interventions and splinting to maintain occupational performance. You will be required to work closely with MDT colleagues and have an opportunity to contribute to the development of a high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy service. You will have an opportunity to help shape and promote the service, providing you with a unique opportunity to engage in service development and change. You will need excellent communication and organisational skills and sound clinical knowledge, but enthusiasm and the potential to develop these within the post will also be valued. As such, you will be provided with variety of opportunities to develop your professional practice and clinical skills. We are happy to consider applications from current band 5's with a passion to work in this clinical speciality. It is strongly recommended that you contact us prior to applying to find out more about the role. Main duties of the job To manage a defined caseload within specialist area, using evidence based /client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the outcomes of intervention in the community maintaining associated records. To organise this efficiently and effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time. To ensure clinical records are kept to agreed standards and report accurately to others. To work in partnership with clients, carers and the multidisciplinary team to identify relevant goals. To provide leadership and supervision for junior staff, as delegated by supervisor /Team Leader. To regularly supervise Occupational Therapy students on practice placements. To participate in CPD and develop skills and knowledge through participation in the Band 6 Development Programme and other developmental activities. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. You will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, including a 7 day shift pattern, with extended working hours covering 365 days of the year. About us We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 130-AHP166-1124 Job locations Singleton Hospital Sketty Lane Swansea SA2 8QA Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent OT qualification) Professional Registration with HCPC Desirable Accredited fieldwork supervisor for the education of OT students Experience & Knowledge Essential Experience of autonomous caseload management, comprising assessment, planning intervention and evaluation within relevant clinical area Understanding of the Occupational Therapy process within specialist area of post Knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance Broad knowledge of current best practice in Occupational Therapy with designated client group Experience of research and/ or audit and implementing evidence based practice Previous experience of supervising staff Skills & Abilities Essential Ability to work single-handedly with individuals or groups Understanding of team dynamics Ability to work under pressure Effective written and oral communication skills Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance Personal Attributes Essential Ability to work flexibly according to the needs of the service and prioritise workload appropriately. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent OT qualification) Professional Registration with HCPC Desirable Accredited fieldwork supervisor for the education of OT students Experience & Knowledge Essential Experience of autonomous caseload management, comprising assessment, planning intervention and evaluation within relevant clinical area Understanding of the Occupational Therapy process within specialist area of post Knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance Broad knowledge of current best practice in Occupational Therapy with designated client group Experience of research and/ or audit and implementing evidence based practice Previous experience of supervising staff Skills & Abilities Essential Ability to work single-handedly with individuals or groups Understanding of team dynamics Ability to work under pressure Effective written and oral communication skills Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance Personal Attributes Essential Ability to work flexibly according to the needs of the service and prioritise workload appropriately. 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 Swansea Bay University Health Board Address Singleton Hospital Sketty Lane Swansea SA2 8QA Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)