Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for Band 6 Occupational Therapist/s to join our community based respiratory MDT in Powys. The Respiratory team provides multidisciplinary management and care for adult patients with a range of respiratory conditions, predominantly COPD, bronchiectasis and interstitial lung disease and those requiring home oxygen in the home and clinic setting.
This post covers South Powys. Full time hours are available but applications for part time hours will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The Respiratory Occupational Therapists deliver quality driven, evidence based pulmonary rehabilitation in the community and digitally.
Embedded in the MDT the OT uses a holistic approach to support physical and mental health around respiratory symptoms. Supporting individuals with long term respiratory conditions with anxiety management is a big part of the OT role, including relaxation and breathing techniques, and grading and pacing activities. Facilitating goal setting following grading activities, and follow up to support confidence in self management. Also - pacing advice, energy conservation and providing equipment. Lots of training and support provided. Community working across beautiful Powys.
This underpins the Breathe Well model of care supporting patients to confidently self manage their respiratory symptoms, minimising the possibility of exacerbations and improving well being.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work with clients to identify Occupational Therapy goals as part of the overall care plan, using Occupational Therapy assessment tools.
Manage a caseload of clients including those with complex health needs.
Plan and implement client centred individual and/or group interventions, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
Monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.
Apply a high level of understanding of the effect of disability and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the clients physical environment.
Comply with Powys Teaching Health Board Manual Handling policy, develop and maintain skills in therapeutic handling, to achieve clients maximum potential and when appropriate use specialist knowledge to assess, prescribe and demonstrate Moving & Handling Equipment to patients and carers.
Assess the occupational needs of a defined client group and establish and evaluate appropriate treatment programmes.
Ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity are maintained in accordance with RCOT Health Board and Social Care Services Standards and provide Occupational Therapy reports based on specialist assessment.
Assess and identify specialist equipment to meet the complex needs of clients, using evidence based reasoned practice.
Have a depth of knowledge and experience to deal in a sensitive manner with palliative care and degenerating illnesses.
Offer emotional support in life changing situations to clients carers/family members.
Liaise with colleagues to disseminate current best practice regarding area of specialist interest.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work with clients to identify Occupational Therapy goals as part of the overall care plan, using Occupational Therapy assessment tools.
Manage a caseload of clients including those with complex health needs.
Plan and implement client centred individual and/or group interventions, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
Monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.
Apply a high level of understanding of the effect of disability and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the clients physical environment.
Comply with Powys Teaching Health Board Manual Handling policy, develop and maintain skills in therapeutic handling, to achieve clients maximum potential and when appropriate use specialist knowledge to assess, prescribe and demonstrate Moving & Handling Equipment to patients and carers.
Assess the occupational needs of a defined client group and establish and evaluate appropriate treatment programmes.
Ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity are maintained in accordance with RCOT Health Board and Social Care Services Standards and provide Occupational Therapy reports based on specialist assessment.
Assess and identify specialist equipment to meet the complex needs of clients, using evidence based reasoned practice.
Have a depth of knowledge and experience to deal in a sensitive manner with palliative care and degenerating illnesses.
Offer emotional support in life changing situations to clients carers/family members.
Liaise with colleagues to disseminate current best practice regarding area of specialist interest.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or knowledge
Essential
- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registered
- Evidence of significant post graduate training e.g- range of short courses, in-house training
- Documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Up to date knowledge of legislation
- Specialist knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to client group
- Detailed knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application
Desirable
- Effective teaching and presentation skills
- knowledge of occuaptional therapy models of practice
Experience
Essential
- Clincial fieldwork educator
- Supervision of junior staff
- Evidence of committment to mulitdisciplinary working
- Awareness of current practice issues
- Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities
Desirable
- Experience of working withthin a community setting
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Understanding of Occupational Therapy Outcome Measures
- Computer literacy
- To be well organsied and able to keep to deadlines/timescales
- Good communication skills both verbal and wrtitten
- Able to use initiative to solve problems
- Committmetn to lifelong learning
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel throughout Powys is essential
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or knowledge
Essential
- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registered
- Evidence of significant post graduate training e.g- range of short courses, in-house training
- Documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Up to date knowledge of legislation
- Specialist knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to client group
- Detailed knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application
Desirable
- Effective teaching and presentation skills
- knowledge of occuaptional therapy models of practice
Experience
Essential
- Clincial fieldwork educator
- Supervision of junior staff
- Evidence of committment to mulitdisciplinary working
- Awareness of current practice issues
- Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities
Desirable
- Experience of working withthin a community setting
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Understanding of Occupational Therapy Outcome Measures
- Computer literacy
- To be well organsied and able to keep to deadlines/timescales
- Good communication skills both verbal and wrtitten
- Able to use initiative to solve problems
- Committmetn to lifelong learning
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel throughout Powys is essential
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).
