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We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic therapy team in HCOP (Healthcare of the Older Person). A passion for working with and improving outcomes for frail older adults is essential for this role. This is a permanent opportunity and is full time.
The Team covers 9 wards across QMC and City campus including acute wards, medically fit wards and the Medical Mental Health Unit with emphasis on Dementia and Delirium, which means our caseload is really varied.
You will be supported to develop specialist skills for the complex assessment and treatment and rehabilitation of Older People with complex physical, cognitive and social needs, ensuring a holistic and patient centred approach to therapy. We work closely with system partners and endeavour towards excellence in discharge from the acute setting.
We welcome applications from experienced therapists looking for a new challenge, as well as those who might be looking to step up into their first Band 6 role. NUH offers an Early Band 6 Development Programme to support the transition from Band 5 to Band 6.
If you are interested and would like to learn more, please contact Trusha Patel. Informal visits / phone calls are very welcome.
We pride ourselves on working in collaboration with our Physio colleagues and are striving towards developing as an inter-professional therapy service. The HCOP Therapy service has active engagement with the specialty and is valued and recognised by colleagues. We are always looking at ways to expand and improve our service in line with local and national initiatives.
You would join an experienced and supportive Senior Team who value supporting development across the four pillars of practice. You would receive a comprehensive induction to the Trust and to the team and be offered regular clinical supervision, as well as an annual personal development review. Our Team is also supported by Clinical Lead and a Clinical Academic. The successful Therapist would also be expected to support the development of more junior colleagues and take an active role in the education of Student Occupational Therapists.
Provide high quality assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to patients with a variety of different presentations.
Manage complex discharges and support other team members to do the same.
Support the MDT, working closely with all professions
Optimise patient flow.
Provide effective supervision to Band 5 OTs and support staff.
Deputise for Band 7 OTs as appropriate.
Work flexibly - including working rostered weekends.
Please see the attached full Job Description and Personal Specification for further details of this role.