We are a leading NHS Foundation Hospital Trust at the forefront of delivering high quality acute services at a local, regional and national level.
We are seeking to appoint proactive Band 5 Therapists to join our current dynamic and motivated group of Occupational Therapists on the rotational scheme.
You will be based within a specialist team at one of our locations within the Trust providing Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention for patients within the defined specialist clinical area, gaining experience of working in a variety of settings and working as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team.
The variety of specialities included on the Band 5 rotation include Medicine (Including Older People's Medicine) Surgery (Vascular, Plastics and General Surgery), Orthopaedics (Trauma and Elective), Major Trauma Rehabilitation, Loan Equipment, Paediatrics, Neurosciences and Stroke.
Each rotation is 6 months in length.
Permanent and temporary posts available. Interview Date Thursday 13 February 2025 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
To identify appropriate patients and carry out OT assessments and interventions to promote independence and facilitate discharge from hospital. To be responsible for your own caseload. To work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest quality, holistic, patient centred care. To provide support to student practitioners and support staff. To actively participate in learning opportunities within the department.
You will receive a structured induction and will complete a departmental and trust preceptorship programme. You will receive regular supervision supporting both your clinical and professional development. You will also be able to utilise peer support from the Band 5 support group.
Applicants will be encouraged to participate in internal and external learning CPD opportunities. Applicants need to be state registered and should have an excellent knowledge of occupational therapy core skills, well developed communication skills and be able to work as part of a team. Experience of working with a wide range of physical conditions in an acute physical, fast paced environment is desirable.
About us
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites: Freeman Hospital Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI) Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site) Newcastle Dental Hospital Newcastle Fertility Centre Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria Northern Genetics Service Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'. For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit:
Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals .
Job description
Job responsibilities
To participate in the Band 5 Occupational Therapy rotational scheme which involves working across the Trust in a range of clinical settings for 6 month periods. Band 5 rotational posts are designed to consolidate and build on graduate skills and academic knowledge, giving the newly qualified occupational therapist a broad practical experience of a range of patients and conditions and areas of work.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
Basic knowledge of medical conditions and their effect on occupational performance. Sound knowledge of OT process within acute setting. Basic knowledge of the broad context of health and social care policy, risk assessment and management. Basic understanding of eligibility criteria and procedures/policies relevant to disability equipment, minor housing adaptations. Basic understanding of moving and handling legislation and current best practices. Understanding of professional ethics and their application into practice. Basic knowledge of clinical governance. Evidence of CPD.
Desirable
Knowledge of undertaking research and audit projects. Knowledge of team dynamics and team building.
SKILLS
Essential
Organisation, time management, problem solving and prioritisation skills. Ability to work as part of a team. Commitment to personal and service development. Effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
Desirable
IT skills. Presentation skills.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Application of OT process within 'physical' setting at undergraduate level. Use of functional assessment and activity analysis.
Desirable
Previous experience on a Band 5 rotational scheme. Experience of working with patients with physical disability e.g. stroke, reduced mobility.
QUALIFICATION
Essential
Degree/Diploma in OT. State registered with Health and Care Professions Council.
Desirable
Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists.
Employer details
Employer name
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trustwide
317 Trustwide
NE1 4LP
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are seeking to appoint proactive Band 5 Therapists to join our current dynamic and motivated group of Occupational Therapists on the rotational scheme.
You will be based within a specialist team at one of our locations within the Trust providing Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention for patients within the defined specialist clinical area, gaining experience of working in a variety of settings and working as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team.
The variety of specialities included on the Band 5 rotation include Medicine (Including Older People's Medicine) Surgery (Vascular, Plastics and General Surgery), Orthopaedics (Trauma and Elective), Major Trauma Rehabilitation, Loan Equipment, Paediatrics, Neurosciences and Stroke.
Each rotation is 6 months in length.
Permanent and temporary posts available. Interview Date Thursday 13 February 2025 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
To identify appropriate patients and carry out OT assessments and interventions to promote independence and facilitate discharge from hospital. To be responsible for your own caseload. To work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest quality, holistic, patient centred care. To provide support to student practitioners and support staff. To actively participate in learning opportunities within the department.
You will receive a structured induction and will complete a departmental and trust preceptorship programme. You will receive regular supervision supporting both your clinical and professional development. You will also be able to utilise peer support from the Band 5 support group.
Applicants will be encouraged to participate in internal and external learning CPD opportunities. Applicants need to be state registered and should have an excellent knowledge of occupational therapy core skills, well developed communication skills and be able to work as part of a team. Experience of working with a wide range of physical conditions in an acute physical, fast paced environment is desirable.
About us
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites: Freeman Hospital Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI) Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site) Newcastle Dental Hospital Newcastle Fertility Centre Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria Northern Genetics Service Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'. For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit:
Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals .
Job description
Job responsibilities
To participate in the Band 5 Occupational Therapy rotational scheme which involves working across the Trust in a range of clinical settings for 6 month periods. Band 5 rotational posts are designed to consolidate and build on graduate skills and academic knowledge, giving the newly qualified occupational therapist a broad practical experience of a range of patients and conditions and areas of work.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
Basic knowledge of medical conditions and their effect on occupational performance. Sound knowledge of OT process within acute setting. Basic knowledge of the broad context of health and social care policy, risk assessment and management. Basic understanding of eligibility criteria and procedures/policies relevant to disability equipment, minor housing adaptations. Basic understanding of moving and handling legislation and current best practices. Understanding of professional ethics and their application into practice. Basic knowledge of clinical governance. Evidence of CPD.
Desirable
Knowledge of undertaking research and audit projects. Knowledge of team dynamics and team building.
SKILLS
Essential
Organisation, time management, problem solving and prioritisation skills. Ability to work as part of a team. Commitment to personal and service development. Effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
Desirable
IT skills. Presentation skills.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Application of OT process within 'physical' setting at undergraduate level. Use of functional assessment and activity analysis.
Desirable
Previous experience on a Band 5 rotational scheme. Experience of working with patients with physical disability e.g. stroke, reduced mobility.
QUALIFICATION
Essential
Degree/Diploma in OT. State registered with Health and Care Professions Council.
Desirable
Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists.
Employer details
Employer name
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trustwide
317 Trustwide
NE1 4LP
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
