Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 5 Occupational Therapist looking to progress to the next step to become a Band 6 Occupational Therapist within Acute setting.There is a good training opportunity within the team and ability to experience a wide range of different acute specialities during this time -- emergency care, medicine of the elderly, respiratory, orthopaedic, and surgical.A Band 5 to 6 development post will also be considered for the right applicant.
We will provide the individual with a 6-month training programme, provided by experienced therapists with the focus on developing clinical and leadership skills for the successful candidate to make the transition from a Band 5 to a Band 6 Occupational Therapist.You will work through a set of specific competencies that will be required to be signed off prior to obtaining the band 6 post.The expectation will be to progress to a Band 6 within 7 months depending on current experience.This is a fixed term/secondment post that will end on 31st May 2025.
Main duties of the job We are looking for an experienced Band 5 Occupational Therapist with an interest in specialising within acute.
It is essential they have good clinical skills, good communication and interpersonal skills.
The post-holder must be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, have good organisational, time management skills, problem solving skills and an enthusiasm for service development.The Band 6 OT will manage a clinical caseload and will undertake a lead role in assessing, treating and discharge planning.
The post holder will work closely with the MDTApplicants must be prepared to participate in our 7-day working service and have a driving licence.If you would like to discuss this post further, please contact:Kellie Carmichael, Acute OT Team LeadTelephone: 01983 552049, About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas.We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do.
By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration.Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future.
Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy Demonstrated relevant post graduate training for area of work.
Current State registration with HCPC Demonstrated broad knowledge and application of current best practice in Occupational Therapy Demonstrated application of the Occupational Therapy process with defined client groups Demonstrated applied knowledge of treatment techniques relevant to improve and maintain Occupational Performance and Processing for the defined client group.
Demonstrated applied knowledge of effective planning and coordination of treatment package.
Demonstrated understanding of team dynamics Demonstrated ability to effectively use computer software (, Microsoft Office) to support Occupational Therapy interventions.
Demonstrated applied knowledge of current legislation.
Documented evidence of Continuing professional development Demonstrated applied knowledge of Health, safety, and risk awareness.
Demonstrate current clean driving licence, access to a car with business insurance.
Desirable Applied knowledge of standardised and non-standardised assessment relevant to role Demonstrated ability to complete Occupational Therapy interventions to provide Neurological interventions appropriate to the inpatient setting Applied knowledge of research and audit Membership of Professional Body Experience Essential Demonstrated ability to complete complex physical skills required, involving the manipulation of objects and people with narrow margins for error.
, manual handling Demonstrated ability to exert moderate physical effort for several short periods during the working day.
, moving & handling service users with mechanical aids including hoists.
Manoeuvring service users into position for treatment and personal care purposes.
Moving & handling heavy pieces of adaptive equipment.
Additional Criteria Essential Demonstrated commitment and integration of lifelong learning into own practice.
Demonstrated ability to perform role in a flexible manner.
Demonstrated commitment to client centred, non-discriminatory practice Demonstrated ability to effectively analyse professional and ethical issues.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage own workload and determine priorities.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance and integrate this awareness into own practice.
Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritise, plan and decision-making skills in an autonomous manner (and proactively request support as appropriate) Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and participate in group work.
Demonstrated ability to supervise junior staff and students.
Demonstrated ability to work across sites.
Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills in accordance with professional standards and guidelines.
Demonstrated skills in communicating highly complex, delicate, or personal information where there are issues of how and what to convey.
Demonstrated skills in effectively communicating as part of inter/multidisciplinary team.
Desirable Demonstrated ability to present information in a formal setting and provide training to others.
Demonstrated commitment to Master level research.