University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly, supportive MDT environment with a team committed to improving patient care and experience. You will be expected to support the wider multi-disciplinary team across AMU and ED which consists of 90 beds in total. Patients present with a wide range of diagnoses and often have multiple pathologies and complex social situations. It is a fast-paced environment where effective communication, prioritisation, and teamwork are essential. Our focus is early assessment and complex discharge planning.

Essential skills/experience Experience working in the acute hospital setting (ideally within Acute Medical Units or Emergency Department) Skills and knowledge in completing comprehensive geriatric assessments. Experience within a variety of acute areas e.g. Orthopaedics, Medicine, Elderly Care, Neuro For OT: - Understanding of complex equipment needs including managing pressure care - Knowledge of cognitive assessments appropriate to the acute setting For Physio: - Respiratory skills (including NIV awareness) - Experience in acute respiratory on-call

Desirable skills/experience include: Experience working in a large multidisciplinary team and communicating effectively. Involvement in service developments and facilitating change Experience in managing and supporting staff, rotas and other team management skills Evidence of leadership skills Ability to stay calm and make appropriate decisions under pressure in a fast-paced environment

As part of this role, you will be expected to work across 7 days.

Please ensure you fulfil all the essential criteria and have read the job description before applying.We actively encourage all potential applicants to contact us to ask any questions you may have.

PLEASE NOTE: AI-generated application forms may not be considered for shortlisting.

If this post is not for you and you are interested in finding out about other Therapy opportunities, please email Annette.Purkis@uhs.nhs.uk

We look forward to hearing from you.

Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent level of experience
• Current HCPC registration
• Significant relevant clinical experience or with the ability to demonstrate significant experience in Occupational Therapy practice
• Evidence of proven leadership and supervisory skills
• Previous experience within relevant clinical area
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience of audit, evaluation, or research
• Evidence of implementing change in a clinical environment

Desirable

• Management qualification, or equivalent experience
• Leadership qualification, or experience
• Able to demonstrate sound understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas
• Attendance at post-graduation courses, or conferences, relevant to clinical area
• Experience working in an acute hospital setting

Skills and competencies

Essential

• Communication
• Time management
• Prioritisation
• Diplomacy
• Working autonomously
• Interpersonal skills
• Taking the initiative
• Collaborative approach
• Teamwork
• Influencing
• Report writing
• Presentation skills
• Working under pressure

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Master's degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent level of experience
• Current HCPC registration
• Significant relevant clinical experience or with the ability to demonstrate significant experience in physiotherapy practice
• Evidence of proven leadership and supervisory skills
• Previous experience within relevant clinical area
• Previous experience on-call, where relevant to clinical area
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience of audit, evaluation, or research
• Evidence of implementing change in a clinical environment

Desirable

• Management qualification, or equivalent experience
• Attendance at post-graduation courses, or conferences, relevant to clinical area
• Able to demonstrate sound understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas
• Experience working in an acute hospital setting
• Leadership qualification, or experience

Skills and competencies

Essential

• Communication
• Time management
• Prioritisation
• Diplomacy
• Working autonomously
• interpersonal skills
• Taking the initiative
• Collaborative approach
• Teamwork
• Influencing
• Report writing
• Presentation skills
• Working under pressure

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA

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