Specialist Occupational Therapist- Adult Orthopaedics Team
Band 6
Main area: Therapies Grade: Band 6 Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (maternity cover) Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref: 392-RNOH-1135 Site: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Town: Stanmore, Middlesex Salary: £42,939 - £50,697 per annum inclusive of HCAS Salary period: Yearly Closing: 09/02/2025 23:59 Please note in order to progress your application, your data will be processed by our 3rd party recruitment providers – North London Partners Shared Service, who conduct recruitment activities on behalf of Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust. The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK and a global leader in our field. We provide a dynamic working environment where we support frontline staff to implement improvements so that we can realise our vision of being a world leading neuro musculoskeletal hospital providing the best patient care and staff experience in the NHS, delivering world leading research, and offering a strong foundation of education, training and career progression. Job overview
Are you looking for a new challenge and would like to work in a national specialist hospital? If you have a passion for orthopaedics and physical rehabilitation and want to put your practical problem-solving skills to the test to work with a rewarding group of patients, then this is the job for you! We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Occupational Therapy department at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital. This role is part of a well-established adult orthopaedic team providing tailored, individualised care to patients with complex orthopaedic conditions including revision hip replacements, spinal surgery and upper limb surgery. This role is ideally suited to an existing or emerging band 6 occupational therapist. We are dedicated to supporting staff members to upskill in both clinical and non-clinical areas of practice. You will have excellent development opportunities in both clinical and non-clinical areas of practice. You will be well supported by your clinical and professional OT supervisor, have access to CPD opportunities, as well as leadership support. Main duties of the job
To provide a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service for clients with a wide variety of complex and multiple disabilities within the speciality of adult orthopaedics in a busy ward setting. To independently assess and treat patients through the acute post-operative phase of inpatient care, including short stay patients and inpatient rehabilitation. To promote the occupational therapy role and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the team. To effectively work alongside colleagues in the multi-disciplinary team to achieve the patients' goals and facilitate safe transition from hospital to discharge destination. To adopt and promote a culture of continuous learning and personal development. To teach and supervise junior members of the team, therapy technicians and occupational therapy students. To contribute to service improvement to maintain high quality clinical care. To deputise for the Band 7 lead occupational therapist as appropriate including attending meetings and performing managerial and clinical tasks. This post will be part of a weekend Occupational Therapy service supporting discharges and rehabilitation across the inpatient ward. Person specification
Analytical & Judgment Skills
Clinical reasoning skills. Knowledge, Training & Experience
3 years minimum post qualification experience, including 6 months relevant clinical experience to the post. 6 months NHS experience. Degree in Occupational Therapy. Registered with the HCPC. Evidence of relevant CPD. Supervision and Teaching experience. Knowledge of biomechanical, cognitive behavioural and neurological treatment approaches applicable to clinical area. Experience with staff appraisal. Experience with clinical audit and outcome measures. Previous experience at Band 6. Awareness of some specialist equipment relevant to the post. Wheelchair assessment. Member of the RCOT or recognised equivalent. Communication & Relationship Skills
Good written and spoken English. Able to communicate with a variety of people, occasionally in emotional distress. Understanding of team dynamics in relation to MDT working. Planning & Organisational Skills
Good organisation of self and time. Willingness to take appropriate level of responsibility. Flexibility and punctuality. Responsibility for Policy/Service Development and Responsibility for Research & Development
Clinical audit and outcome measure experience and Active interest in evidence-based practice and research. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and offer a range of flexible working practices. Part-time and job share applications will be considered. Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By applying for this post you are agreeing to RNOH transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system.
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Band 6
Main area: Therapies Grade: Band 6 Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (maternity cover) Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref: 392-RNOH-1135 Site: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Town: Stanmore, Middlesex Salary: £42,939 - £50,697 per annum inclusive of HCAS Salary period: Yearly Closing: 09/02/2025 23:59 Please note in order to progress your application, your data will be processed by our 3rd party recruitment providers – North London Partners Shared Service, who conduct recruitment activities on behalf of Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust. The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK and a global leader in our field. We provide a dynamic working environment where we support frontline staff to implement improvements so that we can realise our vision of being a world leading neuro musculoskeletal hospital providing the best patient care and staff experience in the NHS, delivering world leading research, and offering a strong foundation of education, training and career progression. Job overview
Are you looking for a new challenge and would like to work in a national specialist hospital? If you have a passion for orthopaedics and physical rehabilitation and want to put your practical problem-solving skills to the test to work with a rewarding group of patients, then this is the job for you! We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Occupational Therapy department at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital. This role is part of a well-established adult orthopaedic team providing tailored, individualised care to patients with complex orthopaedic conditions including revision hip replacements, spinal surgery and upper limb surgery. This role is ideally suited to an existing or emerging band 6 occupational therapist. We are dedicated to supporting staff members to upskill in both clinical and non-clinical areas of practice. You will have excellent development opportunities in both clinical and non-clinical areas of practice. You will be well supported by your clinical and professional OT supervisor, have access to CPD opportunities, as well as leadership support. Main duties of the job
To provide a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service for clients with a wide variety of complex and multiple disabilities within the speciality of adult orthopaedics in a busy ward setting. To independently assess and treat patients through the acute post-operative phase of inpatient care, including short stay patients and inpatient rehabilitation. To promote the occupational therapy role and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the team. To effectively work alongside colleagues in the multi-disciplinary team to achieve the patients' goals and facilitate safe transition from hospital to discharge destination. To adopt and promote a culture of continuous learning and personal development. To teach and supervise junior members of the team, therapy technicians and occupational therapy students. To contribute to service improvement to maintain high quality clinical care. To deputise for the Band 7 lead occupational therapist as appropriate including attending meetings and performing managerial and clinical tasks. This post will be part of a weekend Occupational Therapy service supporting discharges and rehabilitation across the inpatient ward. Person specification
Analytical & Judgment Skills
Clinical reasoning skills. Knowledge, Training & Experience
3 years minimum post qualification experience, including 6 months relevant clinical experience to the post. 6 months NHS experience. Degree in Occupational Therapy. Registered with the HCPC. Evidence of relevant CPD. Supervision and Teaching experience. Knowledge of biomechanical, cognitive behavioural and neurological treatment approaches applicable to clinical area. Experience with staff appraisal. Experience with clinical audit and outcome measures. Previous experience at Band 6. Awareness of some specialist equipment relevant to the post. Wheelchair assessment. Member of the RCOT or recognised equivalent. Communication & Relationship Skills
Good written and spoken English. Able to communicate with a variety of people, occasionally in emotional distress. Understanding of team dynamics in relation to MDT working. Planning & Organisational Skills
Good organisation of self and time. Willingness to take appropriate level of responsibility. Flexibility and punctuality. Responsibility for Policy/Service Development and Responsibility for Research & Development
Clinical audit and outcome measure experience and Active interest in evidence-based practice and research. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and offer a range of flexible working practices. Part-time and job share applications will be considered. Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By applying for this post you are agreeing to RNOH transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system.
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