Rheumatology Occupational Therapist

Job summary

Our RUH Therapies department is a forward-looking and diverse team, with a warm, supportive culture. We celebrate the individuality of our team members, supporting our therapists to grow and thrive in their profession.

An exciting developmental opportunity has arisen for a static Band 5 Rheumatology Occupational Therapist. Applications would be welcome from Band 5 Occupational Therapists who are keen to work in this clinical area, but who may not have direct clinical experience.

An enthusiasm to work in this clinical area is essential. You will also need sound communication skills and be able to demonstrate relevant transferrable experience in other clinical areas, e.g. Long-term condition management, Musculoskeletal, and/or Pain Management specialties.

The department has a positive approach to continuing professional development. There is an active in-service training and supervision programme, to help you to prepare for, and excel within your role as a clinician and leader.

Main duties of the job

To work as an occupational therapist, as part of the wider Rheumatology Therapies team based at the Royal United Hospitals Bath.

This service is part of the Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases. Clinical responsibilities include holding a mixed Rheumatology outpatient caseload, inclusive of inflammatory and non-inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disorders and fibromyalgia. As clinical skills are developed and embedded, the role may be extended to include supporting an Axial Spondyloarthropathies residential group programme and delivering group based outpatient programmes.

There is a requirement to participate in a rheumatology outpatient weekend working rota within this role, once clinical competencies can be demonstrated.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. Find out more about living and working in the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about ourextensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future withthe landmark Dyson Cancer Centreand ourpassion for research.