Job overview
Neuro Rotation Occupational Therapist - Band 6
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Occupational Therapy Neuro Rehab rotation, within the wider Integrated Neuro therapy services at Croydon Healthcare services NHS Trust.
We are looking for an individual with neuro experience and a keen interest in Neuro rehabilitation to join the Integrated neuro therapy team in Croydon.
The successful candidate will provide a range of specialised OT interventions to patients with neurological conditions, enabling them to maximise their independence. The post holder is an autonomous practitioner but will work under the supervision of a Band 7 Occupational therapist and will be expected to work in a variety of settings including Broad Green Centre, the patient’s own home, other community settings and Croydon University Hospital, as required within the rotations.
Croydon provides a unique experience to work as part of an Integrated care organisation. The Integrated Neuro Therapy Service provides high quality rehabilitation for patients across the whole pathway and we are constantly looking to see how we can improve the patient experience.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and friendly environment.
Proposed Interview Date - TBC
Main duties of the job
The rotations are:
- Stroke unit : Working on the 26 bedded Acute Stroke unit at Croydon University Hospital(CUH) as part of the multidisciplinary team, providing in-patient rehabilitation for people who have had a stroke
- Community Stroke Rehab Team: This multidisciplinary team is based at the Broad Green Centre and facilitates the discharge of patients from Croydon University Hospital and local Hyper Acute Stroke Units, who have had a Stroke. Rehabilitation is provided in the patients’ home for up to 6 weeks, enabling them to achieve their rehabilitation potential.
- Community Neuro Rehab Team: This multidisciplinary team is based at the Broad Green Centre, providing centre based or home/work based therapy. You will be supporting adults with a wide variety of neurological conditions, including Stroke, MS and Brain Injury. Therapy is provided in individual and group sessions.
- Croydon Acute Neuro Service: This team provides in patient rehabilitation for people who have been admitted to Croydon university hospital, with neurological problems, other than stroke.
The successful candidate will be supervised and supported by an experienced Band 7 OT in each rotation and you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise in neurorehabilitation. We are committed to providing the best possible service to our patients and strongly believe in the continuing professional development of our staff.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Postgraduate, incorporating experience in a variety of relevant core specialities, including stroke rehab
- Experience working as an OT with adults in NHS
Desirable
- Previous OT Band 6 experience with adults
- Previous Community Band 6 OT experience with adults
SKILLS / ABILITIES
Essential
- Identifies what attracts them to this specific post at Croydon Health services Trust
- Demonstrates a commitment and motivation to work with people with Neurological conditions
- Flexible and adaptable to change to meet the needs of the service
Education and qualification
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- HCPC Registered as OT
Desirable
- Postgraduate training relevant to Stroke
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Essential
- Knowledge of a range of OT models and demonstrate being up to date with developments in OT neuro rehab
- Awareness of clinical guidelines and NSF’s in Neuro rehabilitation
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