Job summary
B6 Occupational Therapist
0.49 WTE,18 hours/Week Permanent.
South Wiltshire - Base Location flexible depending on applicant.
The integrated Community Neurology and Stroke Service are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapist to support the team in delivering rehabilitation to patients with neurological conditions. You will be working with a supportive multidisciplinary team comprising Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Rehabilitation Assistants and within the wider team working with a range of providers and disciplines. The team see a variety of patient conditions providing varying stages of rehabilitation and maintenance input, including end of life support. This role will be based in the community in South Wiltshire although a degree of flexibility will be required depending on service demands.
Main duties of the job
To provide a specialist Neurological Occupational Therapy service for neurological patients. To work within a multi-professional team. Assess, interpret, plan and implement treatment and care to patients in a community/out-patient setting. Work towards integrated seamless provision of care for the patient, working with primary, secondary , community and tertiary services. To keep the patient at the centre of his or her care, ensuring full participation in decision making . To provide neurological advice and support for all colleagues involved with care of patient.
About us
About the Company
We change lives by transforming health and care.
Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.
While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.
To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2
Job description
Job responsibilities
<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">At HCRG Care Group, we value you and your contributions, offering a range of benefits to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:</span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Competitive Pay & Pension</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Receive a salary of 37,338 with Agenda for change terms and conditions with NHS pension.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Professional Growth</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Exclusive Rewards</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Wellbeing Support</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counseling, career coaching, and legal advice.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Flexible Pay Options</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Learning & Development</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Recognition & Involvement</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas for service improvements, and stay informed through regular leadership updates.</span></p> <p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>BSc/BSc (Hons) and or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Registered with HPC</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Post registration qualification in relevant area of clinical practice</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Delivering patient focused care</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Experience of working with adults with neurological problems as a qualified therapist (minimum 1 year)</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Case management</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Excellent inter-professional communication</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Teaching (both professionals, students and patient/carers)</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Evidence of innovative and flexible approach to care and its organisation</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Demonstrate professional development and experience</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Multi-disciplinary working across a range of agencies/professional groups</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Providing evidence-based practice through clinical audit</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Assessment and care planning</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Working in partnership with other agencies</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Evidence of on-going personal development</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Experience within a wide range of patient/client care groups</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Experience of gathering and interpreting information to shape service development</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Undertake specific therapy skills</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Typing/data inputting skills to use computerised system for accessing patient information</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Physical skills to manually handle patients and appropriate lifting aids</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Dealing with bad news ability to sensitively inform service users on emotional issues. Able to support and facilitate staff in dealing with these situations</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Required to challenge and lead practice</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Ability to manually handle patients and equipment</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Current driving license and use of car during working hours</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p>
Job description
Job responsibilities
<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">At HCRG Care Group, we value you and your contributions, offering a range of benefits to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:</span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Competitive Pay & Pension</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Receive a salary of 37,338 with Agenda for change terms and conditions with NHS pension.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Professional Growth</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Exclusive Rewards</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Wellbeing Support</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counseling, career coaching, and legal advice.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Flexible Pay Options</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Learning & Development</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities.<br> </span><strong style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Recognition & Involvement</span></strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas for service improvements, and stay informed through regular leadership updates.</span></p> <p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>BSc/BSc (Hons) and or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Registered with HPC</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Post registration qualification in relevant area of clinical practice</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Delivering patient focused care</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Experience of working with adults with neurological problems as a qualified therapist (minimum 1 year)</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Case management</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Excellent inter-professional communication</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Teaching (both professionals, students and patient/carers)</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Evidence of innovative and flexible approach to care and its organisation</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Demonstrate professional development and experience</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Multi-disciplinary working across a range of agencies/professional groups</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Providing evidence-based practice through clinical audit</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Assessment and care planning</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Working in partnership with other agencies</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Evidence of on-going personal development</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Experience within a wide range of patient/client care groups</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Experience of gathering and interpreting information to shape service development</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Undertake specific therapy skills</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Typing/data inputting skills to use computerised system for accessing patient information</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Physical skills to manually handle patients and appropriate lifting aids</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Dealing with bad news ability to sensitively inform service users on emotional issues. Able to support and facilitate staff in dealing with these situations</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Required to challenge and lead practice</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Ability to manually handle patients and equipment</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="white-space:pre;"> </span>Current driving license and use of car during working hours</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p>
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