Undertake multidisciplinary neuro assessments, identify the needs of the clients and work closely with the MDT on joint goals. These clients will present with a variety of complex neurological conditions. To communicate relevant medical information, assessment details, advice and recommendations across agencies and with clients in compliance with trust guidelines for sharing of information and informed consent. These agencies include General Practitioners, Social Services, healthcare professionals, voluntary agencies, and residential homes. Be responsible for gaining informed consent for assessment, treatment interventions and sharing of information in compliance with legal and professional guidelines. To be able to interpret and follow these guidelines in circumstances where clients do not have capacity to provide informed consent. About us
We provide community health services to more than two million people across eleven London boroughs and Hertfordshire. Every day, our professionals provide high-quality healthcare in people's homes and local clinics, helping them to: stay well manage their own health with the right support avoid unnecessary trips to, or long stays in, hospital. We support our patients at every stage of their lives , providing health visiting for new-born babies through to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation and palliative care for people towards the end of their lives. Our vision:
deliver great care closer to home. Our mission:
working together to give children a better start and adults greater independence. Job responsibilities
Following specialist assessment, to use advanced clinical reasoning, analysis, assessment and re-assessment skills and a client-centred goal setting approach, to develop and provide individual occupational therapy treatments and programmes for clients. These treatment techniques may include functional activities, occupational therapy treatment techniques or patient and carer education. Demonstrate compassion, empathy and sensitivity towards clients who may have complex emotional and physical conditions such as fear of falling, anxiety, pain and other physical, psychological and social concerns or when delivering unwelcome news around their condition or rehabilitation prognosis. Person Specification
Education/Qualification
OT with appropriate Diploma/ degree Current registration with HCPC Attendance at specialist short courses or equivalent CPD activities within the specialist areas of Adult Rehabilitation, Neurology, Older People Rehabilitation Post graduate degree in relevant area Member of a Special Interest Group relevant to this post Member of BAOT Experience
Experience working in a range of clinical areas such as neurology, general rehabilitation, falls, elderly medicine. Experience post-registration as a Band 6 occupational therapist in neurology (possibly as part of a rotation). Experience of a wide range of specialist services e.g., falls services, wheelchair services, and learning disabilities. Skills and Knowledge
Ability to apply core occupational therapy skills across a range of clinical conditions within a client-centred, goal setting approach. Knowledge of outcome measures and evidence-based practice relevant to occupational therapy practice in neurology. Knowledge of the National Stroke Strategy, Clinical Guidelines for Stroke and the National Service Framework for Long-term Conditions. Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate clinical reasoning. Good communication and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format. Knowledge and understanding of the role of Social Services and voluntary agencies. Supervision of assistant/junior staff. Supervision of Students. Knowledge and understanding of the National Service Framework for Older People, NICE Guidance and Clinical Guidelines for progressive conditions. Other
Personally and Professionally responsible. Able to self-motivate. Flexible, adaptable and reliable. Able to work under pressure. To be occupational health cleared for the role specified. 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. Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust Harrow Therapy Services - 12-14 Station Rd £21.88 an hour. Weekly pay will include: Basic pay + HCAS + 12.07% Holiday pay. Contract
Bank Working pattern
Reference number
824-BANK-LIT1299 Job locations
Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust Harrow Therapy Services - 12-14 Station Rd
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