Job summary
You will assist the Team Lead in the organisation, co-ordination, delivery and evaluation of the Occupational Therapy service to the Orthopaedic Unit, to ensure efficient and effective provision of service and care to patients.
Main duties of the job
- To lead on the co-ordination and delivery of the occupational therapy service within orthopaedics. The service is provided across the acute, rehab and outpatient settings.
- To undertake a clinical caseload and treat to a high professional standard using specialist knowledge from theoretical and practical experience, to patients with complex physical and psychological conditions. To maintain comprehensive records as an autonomous practitioner.
- To help ensure a cohesive service for orthopaedics, ensuring a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment and the patients' successful integration into the community.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To perform advanced assessment of patients with diverse presentations and highly complex physical and psychological conditions, and to develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
- To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
- To be a recognised source of clinical expertise on occupational therapy assessment and treatment in orthopaedics.
- To supervise, educate and assess the performance of occupational therapy students, and work closely with the university to ensure teaching meets the standards set by the degree level qualification.
- To deputise for the Team Lead, as required.
- To be involved in audits, surveys and evidence-based projects to further own and teams clinical practice as required. To make recommendations to clinical leader of service and be involved in the implementation of any associated changes to practice by the team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To perform advanced assessment of patients with diverse presentations and highly complex physical and psychological conditions, and to develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
- To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
- To be a recognised source of clinical expertise on occupational therapy assessment and treatment in orthopaedics.
- To supervise, educate and assess the performance of occupational therapy students, and work closely with the university to ensure teaching meets the standards set by the degree level qualification.
- To deputise for the Team Lead, as required.
- To be involved in audits, surveys and evidence-based projects to further own and teams clinical practice as required. To make recommendations to clinical leader of service and be involved in the implementation of any associated changes to practice by the team.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree in Occuapational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- CPD Portfolio with evidence of IST and reflective learning
- Evidence of post graduate courses in clinical skills and neurological conditions
Desirable
- Member of special interest group
- Validated courses in orthopaedic rehabilitation
Experience
Essential
- Broad rotational experience as a Junior & experience at working at a senior level in orthopaedics
Desirable
- Experience with complex orthopaedic conditons
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi disciplinary team and independently
- Ability to organise and prioritise
- Ability to cope with stressful environment / patients / carers
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Supervision of Junior therapy staff
- Ability to pass on skills / knowledge to others
Desirable
Knowledge (including specialist or technical knowledge required)
Essential
- CPD portfolio with evidence of IST and reflective learning
- Evidence of post graduate learning
- Working knowledge of orthopaedic conditions
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications e.g. quality, audit
- Ability to operate medical equipment
Desirable
- Involvement in audit, research and quality issues
- Competent IT Skills
- Presentation skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- To exemplify the Trust Values: Friendly - patients, colleagues, public are always put at ease and made welcome Excellence - ensure the care we deliver has great outcomes for patients Caring - put the patient first and be considerate of their needs Professional - apply high professional standards to your role Respect - for patients and each other
- Flexibility
- Innovative & pro-active
- Enthusiasm
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree in Occuapational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- CPD Portfolio with evidence of IST and reflective learning
- Evidence of post graduate courses in clinical skills and neurological conditions
Desirable
- Member of special interest group
- Validated courses in orthopaedic rehabilitation
Experience
Essential
- Broad rotational experience as a Junior & experience at working at a senior level in orthopaedics
Desirable
- Experience with complex orthopaedic conditons
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi disciplinary team and independently
- Ability to organise and prioritise
- Ability to cope with stressful environment / patients / carers
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Supervision of Junior therapy staff
- Ability to pass on skills / knowledge to others
Desirable
Knowledge (including specialist or technical knowledge required)
Essential
- CPD portfolio with evidence of IST and reflective learning
- Evidence of post graduate learning
- Working knowledge of orthopaedic conditions
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications e.g. quality, audit
- Ability to operate medical equipment
Desirable
- Involvement in audit, research and quality issues
- Competent IT Skills
- Presentation skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- To exemplify the Trust Values: Friendly - patients, colleagues, public are always put at ease and made welcome Excellence - ensure the care we deliver has great outcomes for patients Caring - put the patient first and be considerate of their needs Professional - apply high professional standards to your role Respect - for patients and each other
- Flexibility
- Innovative & pro-active
- Enthusiasm
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.
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.
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
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital
Tympath Lane
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
