occupational therapist
11 the last 338 days, recently 2023-10-09
Responsibility
- further information is available in the attached job description and person specification
- the post holders will need to have experience of working within a variety of clinical settings, ideally with the community
- to increase parental confidence in the quality of provision provided within the schools
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- paediatric Occupational Therapist Band 5
- we cover 2 geographical areas of Crawley and Horsham
- to manage a caseload of patients with a variety of conditions
- car drivers/owners are essential due to the geographic area covered by the team
- the post will ideally suit an experienced band 5 or a band 6 wishing to expand their skills
- this post offers an excellent opportunity to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing client centred care
- these all have good links to public transport and are only a 15 minutes walk from the town centres
- you will need to able to drive with a full UK licence due to the geographic area covered by the team
- at Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust we believe in excellent care at the heart of the community
- for more information, please contact Helen Harris, our Allied Health Professions Workforce Lead, by [email protected]
- the team works closely with other community teams, GPs, other health and social care professionals across different providers
- candidates must be able to demonstrate clinical skills gained through previous OT experience
- candidates must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- to treat all patients with respect and courtesy, maintaining dignity and respecting individual needs and differences, both physical and cultural
- post requires input into CDC, homes, educational settings which includes special needs provision
- we are also increasingly working collaboratively with voluntary and third sector organisations, and carer support services
- working in class to support staff in delivering OT programmes Write, monitor and evaluate OT programmes in partnership with school staff
- to report and document variances in a patients condition or planned pathway of care
- to be involved in the support and supervision of staff at Band 3 to 5 level
- this is an exciting opportunity to be part of this ongoing development
- working with children and families, with neurological, developmental and sensory difficulties
- candidates are required to have current HPC registration
- we can offer a flexible programme of Return to Practice and are interested in hearing from applicants to discuss individual requirements
- to act as a clinical educator for undergraduate students within own professional area
- multi-Disciplinary working alongside Paediatricians, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, and the Specialist Nursing team
- write and share with staff recommendations that can support areas of school curriculum areas
- this is a community post, with a caseload of children and young people with neurological and developmental conditions
- there are opportunities to lead on programmes of In-Service Training
- you will be supported by senior Occupational Therapists in each setting, receive regular supervision, access peer forums and a preceptorship programme
- to receive and deliver internal training and keep your own Personal Development plans up to date
- for more information, please contact Helen Harris, our Allied Health Professions Workforce Lead, by emailing [email protected]
- liaison and close working relationship with Education Staff
- provide recommendations to ensure the environment facilitates participation and inclusion for students with sensory and motor difficulties
- to take on an audit and evaluation role of the service in which you work
- candidates must be able to demonstrate advanced clinical skills gained through previous OT experience
- specific clinical skills/expertise Ability to work autonomously and independently
- you will need to able to drive with a full UK licence and access to a vehicle due to the geographic area covered by the team
- A rare opportunity has arisen for a committed and passionate clinician looking to join a highly experienced and specialist paediatric Occupational Therapy service in Brighton & Hove as 12 month maternity cover
- the Therapies In Schools service is an innovative PT and OT model of service which is commissioned by West Sussex County Council and delivered by Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust
- you will work directly with the complex patients within the inpatient unit, whilst also providing specialist support to therapy colleagues to develop their knowledge and skills
- further information is available in the attached job description and person specification. If you would like to discuss this role or find out more, you can contact our Team Leads, Melanie Henson, 07557205752, [email protected]
- if you are new to Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust in a Band 5 role, you will be given the opportunity our preceptorship programme, through protected time and regular clinical supervision with dedicated registered professional support
- you will need to able to drive with a full UK licence with access to a vehicle due to the geographic area covered by the team
- we are looking to recruit an Occupational Therapist Clinical Lead within our Intermediate Care Units to provide clinical and professional leadership for the Occupational Therapists
- we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Band 7 Occupational Therapist to join our amazing Paediatric Occupational Therapy service at Seaside View Child Development Centre, Brighton General Hospital
- hours/ Working Patterns Part - Time, 22.5 hours per week The service is a 5 day week the working pattern for this role will need to be agreed
- to allocate OT time in schools depending on the need of the caseload
- you will work closely with the child, family and other professionals involved in their care, across various settings, e.g
- you will need excellent widespread knowledge of a variety of conditions, including frailty
- to assist the team with service development initiatives, including implementation of competency frameworks
- previous experience of working with children as a registered Occupational Therapist is essential
- if you would like to discuss this role or find out more, you can contact our Operational Team Leads, Jacqui Hilder and Jessica Poulton, by emailing [email protected]
- to build relationships with parents prior to school entry by attending parental tours for specific pupils and completing home visits Maintain therapeutic relationship with identified children Attending annual reviews for identified children Attending coffee mornings and parents evenings across allocated schools To support parents through all transitional stages both immediately prior to and throughout school and post school placement
- it’s aim is to provide additional therapeutic input into schools to support the teachers and carers to integrate therapeutic goals into heart of curricular activities and at home
- you will work closely with the other clinical and operational leads for therapy services and members of the wider multidisciplinary team, to ensure seamless care for patients in and out of hospital
- to formulate and deliver a generic and specialised treatment programme based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment and reasoning skills
- to increase confidence and skills of school based education staff to deliver OT programmes To undertake specified large group training across allocated schools To undertake bespoke small group training to meet the individual needs of specified pupils To support a team of identified Therapy Champions to be first point of contact for other staff To undertake work alongside school staff for agreed caseload
- if you would like to discuss this role or find out more, you can contact our Operational Team Lead, Rudo Musarurwa [email protected]
- clinic, client's homes, schools and nurseries
- TIS is an additional service to the current NHS provision and aims to work flexibly to meet ever changing demands as they arise
- we are looking to recruit an Occupational Therapist Clinical Lead within our Intermediate Care Units at Crawley and Horsham Hospitals to provide clinical and professional leadership for the Therapy Team
- you will support colleagues with mentoring, coaching, and teaching
- we are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a positive and innovative approach to service development and have a commitment to multi-disciplinary team working and skill sharing
- if you would like to discuss this role or find out more, you can contact our Operational Team Lead, Jacqui Hilder, by emailing [email protected] or calling 07557014448
- SCFT promotes a culture of learning and development and this post would suit an experienced band 6 looking to move into clinical leadership or an established band 7
- candidates are required to have current HCPC-UK registration
- ability to communicate and interact effectively with children and their families
- for further details please see attached Job Description
- we are committed to multi-disciplinary working and contribute to specialist clinics
- to provide Clinical and Professional Leadership, ensuring effective governance for staff working in allocated area or service
- knowledge of equipment and resources which meet the needs of children with additional needs
- the successful candidate will also have the ability to work independently in the community, have excellent organisation/time management skills and be committed to clinical governance
- A key part of TIS is to provide accredited training to all education staff and offers opportunities for families and carers to access the training too
- this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic service that is continually evolving to best meet the needs of a varied caseload in our inpatient units
- A driving license and a car available to use for work are essential, as you will be required to travel across sites and in the community
- setting: Childrens community setting based in Seaside View Child Development Centre , Brighton General Hospital
- contribute reports to and/or provide sections for health care plans, annual reviews To write tribunal assessments/ reports and attend tribunals where appropriate
- we wish to recruit a part time Band 7 Occupational Therapist with the necessary diverse skills and experience, or a Band 6 therapist that would like to gain experience and develop into this Band 7 over time
- as B7 Clinical Lead you will be delivering complex clinical care to patients and provide clinical leadership to support staff in the management of their own caseloads and personal development
- our Occupational Therapists are recognized and valued as integral to patient experience and outcomes and are supported professionally via our Occupational Therapy Professional Lead structure
- you will be well supported and encouraged to continuously develop your leadership skills through supervision and internal training opportunities, to meet the needs of yourself and the service
- you will support colleagues with mentoring, coaching and teaching
- knowledge and experience of using assessment tools and outcome measures to ensure effective clinical delivery for children and their families
- to report and document variances in a patient’s condition or planned pathway of care
- we offer excellent in-service training, supervision and clinical support from the Countywide Paediatric Professional Lead
- to offer advice and support and education on healthcare to both patients and carers
- the hours available are up to three days a week and preferably term time only. Other options may be available. Term time only roles are paid spread across a full year to ensure your pay does not change from month to month
- sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is the largest community healthcare provider in Sussex
- work in line with the SCFT lone worker policy where lone working is integral to the role
Requirements
- provide specialist, holistic assessments, and reviews to improve or maintain quality of life
- support individuals to take increased ownership and control over their health through rehabilitation interventions, personalised care planning and goal setting
- provide an urgent response to minimise crisis situations and the need for emergency interventions or hospital admissions
low salary - 4% lower than the average in this position
Earnings for position occupational therapist
occupational therapist - How much money do you make working at this position?
Average salary at company SUSSEX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION is 2949£.
The national average salary is 2900£.
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