Job summary
We are delighted to be advertising the opportunity for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to the rotational programme as part of our expanding Department in Gateshead NHS Trust. These posts are ideally suited for existing Band 5's who wish to broaden their clinical experience as well as final year OT students who are due to qualify summer 2023 and are seeking their first clinical post. New graduates will be supported to make the transition from student to practitioner through the Preceptorship Programme with support from senior staff.
The Occupational Therapy rotation has wide clinical variety including: Acute Medicine, Older Person Medicine, Surgery, Trauma and Elective Orthopedics, Stroke and Older Persons Mental Health Community Services. You will have the opportunity to apply the Occupational Therapy Process with patients presenting with a variety of needs arising from occupational dysfunction. The rotations currently operate 6 monthly rotations. Some of the services operate over 7 days.
We are seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapists' to join our well-established and friendly team. Within the department we actively support Supervision, Appraisal, Preceptorship, Service development and CPD opportunities. If you would like to know more please get in touch to arrange an informal visit/chat please contact Claire McAuley (Occupational Therapy Service Lead) claire.mcauley2@nhs.net or call 0191 445 3125.
Main duties of the job
We are a friendly department that work collaboratively to provide a dynamic and pro-active service for our patients. We have staff ranging from Technical Instructors to Clinical Specialist's; all staff contribute to support and training within the department. We offer opportunities for professional and personal development; in addition we have a robust structure to support clinical supervision. You will be well supported by our motivated therapy staff and you will be expected to be a proactive member of the team.
We would welcome applicants that have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to enable you to work well as part of a team; ideally you will have experience of working within multi-professional teams. You should have a flexible and adaptable approach. We are looking for you to have enthusiasm to develop skills and experiences in a range of settings.
Essential Requirements
- Diploma/Degree/ Masters in Occupational Therapy and are registered with HCPC at the time of appointment (or working towards Summer 2023 graduation and registration).
- You have a valid UK driving license with access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Anyone applying for a position which involves a regulated activity will require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and that the disclosure will, where appropriate to the role, include information against the Independent Safeguarding Authority barred lists for working with children or working with adults or both.
About us
People love working at Gateshead. In the annual survey for NHS staff, we consistently rate highly as a place people would recommend others to work. In the most recent survey, 72% of our staff said they would recommend working at Gateshead.
We aim to attract and retain a talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
This vacancy is part of our 'refer a friend' scheme, if a friend who currently works for us has told you about this vacancy you could both receive a cash payment. The full scheme details are included with the additional documents for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Purpose of the Job
To provide an assessment and therapeutic service in line with the core skills of Occupational Therapy to people presenting in the following specialties within the service:
- Medical Team
- Older Persons Medical Team
- Older Persons Mental Health Community Service
- Orthopaedics (Trauma and Elective)
- Surgical Team
- Inpatient Stroke Team
The post will offer experience of working in a variety of settings including community and hospital. It will involve working as an integral member of multi-disciplinary teams.
Dimensions
- To perform OT assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex conditions and to develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
- To be responsible for your own caseload and a defined area of the service, working without direct supervision.
- Responsible to the Team Lead/ clinical specialist within the clinical area.
- To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to deliver a holistic patient-centered approach to care.
- To regularly liaise with MDT members including those from heath, social services and voluntary agencies to ensure an integrated and comprehensive service is provided.
- To ensure that patients are identified for prompt discharge and handover to community services.
- Maintaining clinical records as an autonomous practitioner
- To supervise non-qualified staff within the team.
- To supervise occupational therapy students on clinical placements.
- To participate in CPD and develop skills and knowledge through participation in the in service training.
- To be an active participant on the weekend working rota.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Purpose of the Job
To provide an assessment and therapeutic service in line with the core skills of Occupational Therapy to people presenting in the following specialties within the service:
- Medical Team
- Older Persons Medical Team
- Older Persons Mental Health Community Service
- Orthopaedics (Trauma and Elective)
- Surgical Team
- Inpatient Stroke Team
The post will offer experience of working in a variety of settings including community and hospital. It will involve working as an integral member of multi-disciplinary teams.
Dimensions
- To perform OT assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex conditions and to develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
- To be responsible for your own caseload and a defined area of the service, working without direct supervision.
- Responsible to the Team Lead/ clinical specialist within the clinical area.
- To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to deliver a holistic patient-centered approach to care.
- To regularly liaise with MDT members including those from heath, social services and voluntary agencies to ensure an integrated and comprehensive service is provided.
- To ensure that patients are identified for prompt discharge and handover to community services.
- Maintaining clinical records as an autonomous practitioner
- To supervise non-qualified staff within the team.
- To supervise occupational therapy students on clinical placements.
- To participate in CPD and develop skills and knowledge through participation in the in service training.
- To be an active participant on the weekend working rota.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a qualification enabling registration with the Health Professions Council (HCPC) as an Occupational Therapist (or working toward Summer 2023 graduation)
- Sound knowledge of Occupational Therapy core skills - including knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients using a holistic approach.
- Experience of working as part of an occupational therapy team and/or multidisciplinary team, showing an understanding of other professional roles and team dynamics.
- Maintain a professional portfolio for CPD / evidence of learning and reflection.
- Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a range of environments including clients' homes/ community.
- Experience of organising and prioritising a complex patient caseload in a busy acute hospital and community based settings.
- Membership/involvement in relevant special interest group/network
Skills
Essential
- Maintain and develop current evidence based practice in relation to patient group.
- Problem solving skills
- Standard I T Skills
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS organisation
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of an Occupational Therapy team and/or multidisciplinary team, showing an understanding of other professional roles.
- Experience of organising and prioritising a patient caseload in a busy acute hospital and community based settings.
- Experience of working under indirect supervision and as an autonomous practitioner.
Desirable
- Evidence of contributing to CPD activities.
- Experience of supporting students within a clinical setting.
- Membership/involvement in relevant special interest group/network.
Disposition
Essential
- Good team worker
- Enthusiastic & flexible
- Motivated & hard working.
- Willing and motivated to take part in change/ service improvement.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a qualification enabling registration with the Health Professions Council (HCPC) as an Occupational Therapist (or working toward Summer 2023 graduation)
- Sound knowledge of Occupational Therapy core skills - including knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients using a holistic approach.
- Experience of working as part of an occupational therapy team and/or multidisciplinary team, showing an understanding of other professional roles and team dynamics.
- Maintain a professional portfolio for CPD / evidence of learning and reflection.
- Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a range of environments including clients' homes/ community.
- Experience of organising and prioritising a complex patient caseload in a busy acute hospital and community based settings.
- Membership/involvement in relevant special interest group/network
Skills
Essential
- Maintain and develop current evidence based practice in relation to patient group.
- Problem solving skills
- Standard I T Skills
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS organisation
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of an Occupational Therapy team and/or multidisciplinary team, showing an understanding of other professional roles.
- Experience of organising and prioritising a patient caseload in a busy acute hospital and community based settings.
- Experience of working under indirect supervision and as an autonomous practitioner.
Desirable
- Evidence of contributing to CPD activities.
- Experience of supporting students within a clinical setting.
- Membership/involvement in relevant special interest group/network.
Disposition
Essential
- Good team worker
- Enthusiastic & flexible
- Motivated & hard working.
- Willing and motivated to take part in change/ service improvement.
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
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).
