Occupational Therapist (Rotational Post)

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

The closing date is 23 January 2025

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Job summary

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our OT rotations at Queen Alexandra Hospital. We work in a fast-paced acute hospital environment, providing high-quality care across a variety of specialties, including Acute Medical and Neurological.

Main duties of the job

Our rotational program offers diverse clinical exposure and supports professional growth through a range of specialist areas. We would consider Band 5 applicants in a development role.

Join us and be part of a dedicated team that makes a difference every day!

About us

Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.

Join our dynamic Therapy Team at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth, dedicated to delivering patient centred care in the acute hospital setting and supporting their journey back out into the community. We pride ourselves in fostering a collaborative environment where innovation and professional growth thrive.

Date posted

10 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

REF988S

Job locations

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Cosham

Portsmouth

PO6 3LY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide high-quality, patient-centred care in an acute hospital setting across various rotations.

Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans to enable patients to achieve their maximum level of independence.

Participate in discharge planning, including complex discharges and liaising with community services to ensure safe and effective transitions of care.

To have strong clinical reasoning skills with the ability to manage a caseload independently.

To have the ability to adapt quickly to different specialties and manage the challenges of working in a busy hospital environment.

Support and supervise Band 5 Occupational Therapists, Therapy Assistants, and students.

Contribute to service development initiatives, audits, and quality improvement projects.

Demonstrated commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.

What We Offer:

A structured and supportive rotational program with access to diverse specialties.

Opportunities for professional development, including access to internal and external training courses, clinical supervision, and mentoring.

A friendly and supportive team environment with a focus on staff well-being.

Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources to support your clinical practice.

NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, and other staff benefits.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide high-quality, patient-centred care in an acute hospital setting across various rotations.

Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans to enable patients to achieve their maximum level of independence.

Participate in discharge planning, including complex discharges and liaising with community services to ensure safe and effective transitions of care.

To have strong clinical reasoning skills with the ability to manage a caseload independently.

To have the ability to adapt quickly to different specialties and manage the challenges of working in a busy hospital environment.

Support and supervise Band 5 Occupational Therapists, Therapy Assistants, and students.

Contribute to service development initiatives, audits, and quality improvement projects.

Demonstrated commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.

What We Offer:

A structured and supportive rotational program with access to diverse specialties.

Opportunities for professional development, including access to internal and external training courses, clinical supervision, and mentoring.

A friendly and supportive team environment with a focus on staff well-being.

Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources to support your clinical practice.

NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, and other staff benefits.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Occupational Therapist BSc or MSc
  • HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of discharge planning and of working with external agencies.
  • Experience of working with service users and their families.
  • Documented evidence of CPD.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Occupational Therapist BSc or MSc
  • HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of discharge planning and of working with external agencies.
  • Experience of working with service users and their families.
  • Documented evidence of CPD.

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

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Address

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Cosham

Portsmouth

PO6 3LY


Employer's website

https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Address

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Cosham

Portsmouth

PO6 3LY


Employer's website

https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Therapy Team Leader

Natalie Cottam

natalie.cottam@porthosp.nhs.uk

Date posted

10 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

REF988S

Job locations

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Cosham

Portsmouth

PO6 3LY


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