Job description

Job responsibilities

Specialities include;

Ortho: Hands-on experience in trauma and electives, including Fast Track joint replacements. Focus on post-op care, patient assessments, and discharge planning while collaborating with the MDT for optimal recovery.

A&E: Thrive in the fast-paced emergency dept., gaining skills in rapid assessments and early interventions. Work with medical teams to manage diverse conditions, ensuring timely and efficient care to minimise admissions.

Older Persons: Enhance your skills in treating frail older adults with complex needs. The OPU offers insights into rehab, frailty management, and discharge planning to improve quality of life and independence.

Stroke/Neuro: Immerse yourself in neuro rehab, assisting patients recovering from strokes and brain injuries. Develop rehab programs while focusing on upper limb management and cognitive assessments.

Medicine: Treating patients with respiratory, cardio, gastroenterology, and diabetes management. Work with specialists to enhance quality of life.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/degree in OT by recognised awarding body e.g. Royal College of Occupational therapists.
• Must satisfy the criteria for full membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Further qualifications/study
• Driving licence (and use of own car for work purposes).
• Band 7 only; Educated to masters level/ degree level/NVQ/ Certificate OR equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level/supervisor/ in specialist area.

Desirable

• An approved Occupational Therapy supervisor for OT/PT degree students
• Must be a State Registered Occupational Therapist.
• An approved Occupational Therapy supervisor for OT degree students

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the role of Occupational Therapy for people with a wide range of physical dysfunction.
• Previous experience relating to specialist area.
• Experience of working in an acute hospital setting.
• Knowledge of relevant NHS and SS legislation.
• Experience with community/mental health conditions
• Used to working in a busy environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and any other relevant It systems applicable to the applicant.
• Experience of undertaking clinical supervision.
• Experience of managing and motivating a team and reviewing performance of the individuals.
• Thorough knowledge of the Inclusion (equality and diversity) agenda.
• Band 7 only: Completed all core Junior rotations
• Band 7 only: Extensive experience within specialty in an acute NHS Trust,/ Community Trust , at a Senior Level.
• Band 7 only: Evidence to support knowledge base in specialist area
• Band 7 only: Evidence of post registration education and continuous professional development
• Band 7 only: Specialist clinical skills in specialty area
• Band 7 only: Knowledge of systems used for data recording and reporting
• Band 7 only: Experience of audit, research and evidence based practice

Desirable

• Experience of delivering teaching and training sessions.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey Hospital

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)