Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job Are you interested in working with a complex patient group including respiratory conditions, plus size patients, challenging social dynamics, complex equipment provision, and moving and handling assessments?
Are you looking to join an established team of highly specialised AHPs?
Are you passionate about developing your skills in the areas of acute rehabilitation and complex case management?
We have an exciting opportunity for a fixed term Band 6 Occupational Therapist who will work within our diverse, enthusiastic, and motivated Medicine Therapy Team at UHS.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role.
We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below.
To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London.
The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep.
The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work.
Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.
Job description Job responsibilities About the Team Our integrated therapy team covers a diverse range of wards including a Respiratory High Dependency Unit (RHDU); hepatology; renal; respiratory; gastroenterology; infectious diseases and general medicine wards.
We routinely cover complex patient presentations including neurological, cognitive, bariatric, moving and handling, complex social situations, and tissue viability.
Our therapy team is a valued part of an expansive MDT, priding itself in delivering patient-centred care.
The entire MDT strives to be at the forefront of innovation and development.
About the Therapy services department This post is part of the wider Therapy services department.
You will have many opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge through our in-service training.
You will be part of a large department of over 300 wte Therapy staff including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy support staff.
Role Responsibilities: Undertake the assessment and treatment of complex patients with a variety of pathologies, and therefore you should have a broad range of experience and skills to meet the demand of the caseload.
Undertake the assessment and treatment of complex patients rehabilitation and complex discharge planning.
Develop leadership and management skills to be able to supervise and support other members of the team.
Engage in training and developmental opportunities for yourself and the delivery of training for others.
Provide leadership to the wider Medicine Therapy Team with support from the band 7s Mentor students from local universities.
Lead on service development projects.
This role would suit either an experienced Band 5 Occupational Therapist, or current Band 6, looking for the next step in their professional career.
Essential skills: Holds an OT qualification and HCPC registration Has a broad range of experience of therapeutically treating people with a range of physical conditions.
Has experience in assessing for, and fitting, a wide range of equipment, including pressure relief and hoists.
Can adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, with good time management skills.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills Enjoys and thrives when working within a team On application form demonstrates a clear desire to work within UHS therapy services On application form demonstrates a clear desire to work in acute services Desirable skills: -Experience working in an acute hospital setting -Has undertaken audit/research/clinical project -Has experience in supervising other staff or students The successful candidate will be supported by a robust competency document and guidance from a supervisor and the large wider team to develop their clinical and leadership skills.
Our therapy services department provides a service 365 days a year and therefore it is you will be able to participate in our weekend and Bank Holiday cover, which is undertaken on a roster basis.
If you are an innovative and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist, we would love to hear from you!
Please ensure you fulfil all the essential criteria and have read the Job description before applying.
We welcome enquiries and are happy to answer any questions you may have, please Lana Astridge / Dawn Copeland at / If this post is not suitable for you and you are interested in other Therapy opportunities, please email: Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent Current HCPC registration Experience with a variety of physical and mental health conditions/multiple pathology Experience of fitting a range of equipment Experience of working with support staff Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team Evidence of continuing professional development Experience in independently managing a caseload of patients Previous experience within relevant clinical area Skills and competencies Essential Communication Time management Interpersonal skills Diplomacy